Calling All Artists! Register Now for Part Two of

The Business of Being an Artist Virtual Workshop Series

"Crowdsourced Funding: A Holistic Approach for Artists"

February 26, 2025 | 11:00 AM - Noon ET

The New Jersey State Council on the Arts is pleased to share part two of The Business of Being an Artist Workshop Series - “Crowdsourced Funding: A Holistic Approach for Artists.” This series of workshops is free and open to any artist, teaching artist, or folk artist who lives and/or works in the state of New Jersey.

This webinar will provide a foundation for understanding current practices in crowdfunding creative projects from a holistic artist-centric perspective. Attendees will be guided through the essentials of running a successful campaign. The workshop will cover everything from the basics of crowdfunding and essential tips for success to common pitfalls and strategies for mobilizing supporters. Learn how to create a compelling campaign page, leverage email outreach, and sustain momentum throughout your campaign.

This workshop will be facilitated by Eileen Jerrett. Eileen is a renowned filmmaker and crowdfunding expert with 12+ years of experience, and has led thousands of campaigns to success. Her background as Indiegogo's Creative Projects Director and a filmmaker equips her with an understanding of challenges artists face in funding their work and unique insights to help them excel. She now dedicates her expertise to helping artists secure funding while maintaining creative control. By learning from Eileen, you'll gain invaluable strategies to successfully navigate crowdfunding and turn your idea into reality.

Registration is free, but is required to access the workshop.

Registration Deadline: February 19, 2025.

No late registrations will be accepted.

If you have any questions, please contact the following Program Officers:

For Artists: Stephanie Nerbak | 609-292-4474 (NJ Relay 711)

For Teaching Artists: Samantha Clarke | 609-984-7019 (NJ Relay 711)

For Folk Artists: Sally Van de Water | 609-875-4948 (NJ Relay 711)

If you require accessibility services, please contact Lindsay Dandeo:

lindsay.dandeo@sos.nj.gov | 609-984-7020 (NJ Relay 711)



The deadline to request accessibility services is February 5, 2025.

Sign up for Opportunities for the Field to learn more about offerings for artists, including the Teaching Artist Community of Practice, and Parts Three and Four of The Business of Being an Artist Workshop Series: “Writing for Artists” (April 2025) and “Networking for Artists” (June 2025).

The New Jersey State Council on the Arts, created in 1966, is a division of the NJ Department of State and a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. The Council was established to encourage and foster public interest in the arts; enlarge public and private resources devoted to the arts; promote freedom of expression in the arts; and facilitate the inclusion of art in every public building in New Jersey. The Council believes the arts are central to every element we value most in a modern society including: human understanding; cultural and civic pride; strong communities; excellent schools; lifelong learning; creative expression; and economic opportunity.



To learn more about the Council, please visit www.artscouncil.nj.gov.



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