Please note: applications for funding through the Contemporary and Live Music Development program have now closed for 2011/12.

The Sector Development category funds activities that will provide benefits to artists and contribute to the overall strengthening and development of the Victorian music scene.

A key focus of Sector Development is to promote access, education and innovation for Victorian musicians to further their careers.

Funded activities will significantly enhance at least one of the following:

• the access of emerging musicians to professional skills, information and/ or facilities
• mentoring and performance skills
• regional touring circuits and performance opportunities
• the uptake of new technologies
• networking and advanced professional development
• the profile of the contemporary music sector.

Eligibility

The Sector Development category accepts applications from:

• Organisations for non-profit activities.
• Organisations and individuals that have a demonstrated history of delivering quality artistic services to the Victorian contemporary music sector.

Priority will be given to individuals and organisations based in Victoria.

Closing dates

• 5 September 2011 for projects starting on or after 1 January 2012
• 13 March 2012 for projects starting on or after 1 July 2012

It takes approximately 15 weeks from the closing date until funding results are available.

Funds available

Funding of up to $10,000 is available for either an annual program of activities or an individual project.

Please note: applications for funding through the Contemporary and Live Music Development program have now closed for 2011/12. The guideline available for download below is for information only.

To apply for funding you must:

• Download and complete the Sector Development guideline and application form (Sample, PDF 135KB)
• Submit a written proposal
• Provide support material relevant to your project

Written proposal

The written proposal is the main part of your application and must include all of the requested information.

You should structure your proposal to clearly and concisely address each of the points specified in the program guidelines.

Your proposal needs to address the following questions

• What do you plan to do?
• Who is involved?
• What needs will this project address?
• What opportunities will this activity create?
• Who will benefit from the proposed activity?
• How will the outcomes of the project be evaluated?

Support material

Support material may include:

• supplementary project details or presentation materials
• a current business plan
• letters of support
• resumes, limited to 2 pages, outlining qualifications and experience relevant to the specific project.

Applications for Sector Development will be assessed and prioritised according to the following criteria:

• Demonstration of a significant link between the proposed activity and the sector's industry development needs.
• The ability of the applicant to deliver the proposed activity and achieve the designated outcomes.
• A demonstrated level of financial management, administration, planning and marketing commensurate with the scale of the project and the level of funding requested.
• How the program's success will be measured.

Applications go through a standard assessment processAssessment ProcessAll eligible applications are reviewed by a Peer Assessment Panel (except for programs that attract a high volume of applications, where Arts Victoria staff may suggest a shortlist). The Panel’s recommendations are presented to the Minister for the Arts to make the final decisions. Applicants are notified in writing and can seek feedback by speaking to program staff. , including review and evaluation by a peer assessment panelPeer Assessment PanelsPeer Assessment Panels are a standard method used by Arts Victoria to assess funding applications and make recommendations for approval by the Minister for the Arts. Each Panel comprises representatives from across the arts industry and other relevant areas..

As a recipient of Arts Victoria funding, you are required to:

• Notify Arts Victoria of any changes to your proposed project
• Publicly acknowledge the support of the Victorian Government using specific logos and text
• Acquit your grant by completing a written report on the outcomes of your funded project.

Logos and Text Acknowledgement

Logos

The Arts Victoria logo deviceArts Victoria Logo DeviceThe Arts Victoria logo device is made up of two elements:1. The Arts Victoria logo and 2. The Victorian Government logoThe Arts Victoria logo must always appear with the Victorian Government logo. must be included on all promotional materials produced by the grant recipient in relation to the funded activity.

These may include (but are not restricted to):

• Posters, fliers and brochures
• Advertisements
• Invitations
• Information and education kits
• Signage
• Programs and catalogues
• Websites.

The size and position of the logo should be commensurate with the level of funding provided by the Victorian Government through Arts Victoria in relation to other supporters.

The Arts Victoria logo device is available in a variety of formats, please take note of the guidelines for its use.

Text Acknowledgement

The following text/verbal acknowledgement of Victorian Government support should be used in any speeches, media releases, interviews and other circumstances where a logo may not be possible:
[This project is] supported by the Victorian Government through Arts Victoria

Acquittal Reports

When your funded activity is completed, you must provide Arts Victoria with an acquittal reportAcquittal ReportA written evaluation of the funded activity and a statement that fully accounts for the expenditure of funds provided. .

Failure to satisfactorily acquit funding will make you ineligible for future Arts Victoria funding and may result in action to recover the grant.

Contemporary and Live Music Development (for grants funded after 1 July 2011)

To acquit your Contemporary and Live Music Develoment grant, please download and complete both the standard Arts Victoria Acquittal Report Template (Word, 276KB) and the Sector Development Extra Questions form (81KB)

Victoria Rocks (for grants funded before 1 July 2011)

To acquit a Victoria Rocks grant, download the Victoria Rocks - Strategic Music Industry Partnerships acquittal form (Word, 704KB)