Cardinia Shire Council is one of six municipalities in metropolitan Melbourne to provide free career support for the creative community.
Made available January to June 2023, ArtsACTION delivers inspiration and professional development for artists and creatives to activate career pathways, broaden networks, and build market reach.
The program is facilitated by Pop Up Art, a division of not-for-profit Jumpleads NFP and offers a six-part email resource pack, Zoom workshops, and access to a growing supportive network. The workshops cover topics such as being market ready, working together effectively and digital communities.
Jumpleads Director and program facilitator Sharon Seyd, who has been working in the creative industries for over 35 years said this program recognised creatives were often under-resourced and overlooked – despite their importance as a highly valuable, vital sector of the community.
“According to Creative Victoria, in 2019-20, the creative sector contributed $31.6 billion to the Victorian economy, 8.6 per cent of the total state workforce,“ Ms Seyd said.
“The partners coming together behind this initiative, recognise the need for artists to develop relevant career skills and the support required for them to foster viable practices.
“Through our experience delivering the previous four programs and working with 1000’s of artists, we have found most creatives want greater opportunities for exposure. Many need information, methods, and frameworks to maximise their potential.”
ArtsACTION is free of charge for anyone living or working within Brimbank, Cardinia, Hume, Melton, Nillumbik and Yarra Ranges, thanks to generous contributions from these shires, who have jumped on board for multiple beneficial reasons.
Emerging or professional visual artists, performers, writers, musicians, arts workers, and people involved in community arts or creative industries, are invited to participate.
It’s particularly relevant for creatives looking to grow their career, build their business, step up their organisation, or connect with other creatives across Victoria and beyond.
Everyone is welcome.
