In July 2012, NYFAand NYU Steinhardt Performing Arts Administration Program collaborated in presenting “The Artist as Entrepreneur: Boot Camp,” for members of the performing arts community. The program took place on the NYU campus and be led by a team of NYFA staff and expert presenters from the performing arts community.
NYFA's ARTIST AS ENTREPRENEUR
BOOT CAMP
The New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA)’s “The Artist as Entrepreneur: Boot Camp” is an intense 5 session course that trains 50-60 artists in the fundamental principles of sustainability – and ultimately profitability – in the arts. This includes classes on finance, accounting, law, marketing, and fundraising. The structure is a blend of formal lectures, breakout groups, take-home assignments, and one-on-one consultations.
“The Artist as Entrepreneur: Boot Camp” has earned rave reviews from participants and generating significant interest from the wider community. Participating artists have produced two arts festivals developing networks and opportunities that continue well beyond the close of the program.