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.
Program Closed
Career Development results were communicated via email to all applicants on January 7, 2026.
Applications for emerging and established B.C. artists are evaluated by Creative BC staff and a panel of industry professionals, representing a variety of genres, industry backgrounds, regions, and demographics.
Applications are scored according to the priorities of the program, the economic impact of the project, and the applicant’s demonstrated capacity to deliver the project.
Would you like to connect with Creative BC staff, ask questions, and learn more about this program?
For the 2025/26 Career Development intake, three info sessions will be provided prior to the application deadline.
Past info sessions:
- Monday, August 11, 2025, 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm PT, online
- Thursday, August 21, 2025, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PT, in person
- Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 10:30 am – 11:30 am PT, online
All info sessions will be conducted in English, and occur in Pacific Time.
Additional funding resources and opportunities:
- Grant Resources for B.C.-Based Artists *This list was last updated on July 30, 2025.
Free, on-demand mentorship and support with representation, promotion, marketing, grants, production, and other elements of a successful music career, offered by industry professionals.
- JUMPSTART Foundations (offered by Music BC)
Searchable industry resources – vendors, grant writers, collaborators, and creative partners that can support your proposed project – all hosted on Creative BC’s Knowledge Hub:
Learn more about past Career Development recipients:
If you have questions, or need assistance, please contact:
Leslie Ken Chu | Coordinator, Music Programs
Phone: 604-736-7997, ext. 321
Email: lchu@creativebc.com
Guidelines
Application Materials
Career Development Project Plan Template 2025/26
Prepare your responses to each question in this Word document, and attach it to your application form.
Career Development Budget Template 2025/26
Use this template to build your project budget.
Resources
Career Development Tip Sheet + FAQ 2025/26
Check out some of the most frequently-asked questions about this program as you plan your application.
Career Development Scoring Sheet 2025/26
Review the Career Development scoring criteria here.
Career Development Info Session Slides 2025/26
Review the Career Development info session side deck here.
Career Development Sample Application Form 2025/26
Use this MS Word version of the application form to draft your responses, and share them with your project team.
Final Report Information for Recipients
The deadline for 2024/25 Career Development final reports is December 1, 2025.
Contact staff with any project changes prior to submitting your final report.
Career Development Guidelines 2024/25 (for reference)
Career Development Cost Report 2024/25 (download here)
Career Development Final Report (online form)
Logo Use Approval Form (online form)
