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COVID-19 | Connecting with Audiences in a Time of Isolation

Musicians Alexa Tarantino and Steven Feifke are livestreaming their music from their living room and raising funds for artists while doing it. In this time of great uncertainty, artists of all disciplines are connecting with audiences in digital spaces like never before. Visual artists are giving virtual tours of their gallery shows and more are…

Monday Motivation | Beware of the Machines!

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week When you send out your resume and cover letter, the first ones to scan them might not be real people, but algorithms! And making a good impression on pieces of code can be a lot trickier than impressing human beings. When submitting electronic applications,…

Register Now | Film Pitches and Grant Applications: What Funders Really Want to Know, and Why

April 21 online workshop will provide an overview for early and mid-career filmmakers and media artists wishing to improve their fundraising skills. New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA) is pleased to present “Film Pitches and Grant Applications: What Funders Really Want to Know, and Why” for early and mid-career filmmakers and media artists on Tuesday,…

Monday Motivation | It’s All in the Details

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Are you thoroughly reading the job descriptions and instructions of the opportunities you’re applying for? Make a good first impression by making sure your application includes all the details requested by the employer. That might include particular topics to include in your cover letter,…

Business of Art | Making it Work Outside of New York City

How to cultivate your creative practice and career where you live and beyond. New York City has a wealth of resources for artists and creative consumers alike, yet there are also challenges associated with being a working artist here, including a high cost of living and limited opportunities for affordable workspace. As much as we…