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2023/24 Career Development Info Sessions | July – August 2023
The Career Development program supports the economic growth and career development of emerging and established B.C. artists in the areas of sound recording, marketing, and music videos.
The Career Development program opens for applications on July 19, 2023. The deadline for the Career Development program is September 6, 2023, at 11:59 pm, PT.
Creative BC staff are available to answer questions and provide support for applicants at the below info sessions:
Join Creative BC staff and learn about this popular program. Get all the details about eligibility, examples of past successful projects, and the application process. We look forward to answering all of your questions!
- Wednesday, July 26, 2023 (6 pm – 7 pm; MS Teams)
- Friday, July 28, 2023 (12 pm – 1 pm; Facebook Live)
- Thursday, August 3, 2023 (10 am – 11 am; MS Teams)
- Wednesday, August 9, 2023 (3 pm – 4 pm; MS Teams)
- Thursday, August 17, 2023 (6 pm – 7:30 pm; in-person, at the Creative BC offices)
- NEW DATE: Thursday, August 24, 2023 (12 pm – 1:30 pm; MS Teams). This will be a joint info session with the First Peoples’ Cultural Council that focuses on funding opportunities from both organizations for BC artists.
- Wednesday, August 30, 2023 (12 pm – 1 pm; MS Teams)
These sessions are offered at no cost to participants, but an advance RSVP is required for all platforms but Facebook Live. Info sessions will be conducted in English, and occur in Pacific Time.
Questions?
You can reach out to Joseph Bardsley (Coordinator, Music Programs) with any questions about this event, the Career Development program, or technical needs associated with accessing either.
e: jbardsley@creativebc.com | p: 236-455-6232
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