The Creative Entrepreneur Project
The Creative Entrepreneur Project equips performing artists and entertainment professionals with resources to successfully navigate the entrepreneurial journey and increase their income and independence through business ownership.
Performing artists and entertainment professionals, at the very core of their being, are entrepreneurs. This was the premise underlining the research and design of The Creative Entrepreneur Project. This highly competitive multifaceted program consists of a series of assessments, seminars, workshops, resources, tools, supportive services and groups intended to provide our community with a framework to successfully explore, launch and sustain an entrepreneurial endeavor.
We believe individuals who complete our program will gain:
- Increased confidence in their ability to be successful entrepreneurs
- The mindset, habits, acumen and skills necessary for sustained success
- Greater commitment to the process of building a business
The first step to becoming a participant is to attend a Creative Entrepreneur Project Information Session. See our workshop calendar for upcoming dates.
Am I eligible?
The Creative Entrepreneur Project is designed for aspiring and established entrepreneurs who have:
- A solid business idea,
- Taken pertinent steps to actualize their idea, and,
- Demonstrated a level of commitment and preparedness to building a business
Successful applicants must also meet all of the following eligibility requirements:
- Attend a Creative Entrepreneur Project Information Session
- Register as a participant of The Career Center
- Submit a completed application with all identified supporting documentation
Get in touch:
The Creative Entrepreneur Project will be offered in our New York City and Los Angeles offices. For more information, please contact our regional office closest to you.
New York City
212.221.7300, ext. 259
careercentereast@entertainmentcommunity.org
Los Angeles
323.933.9244, ext. 450
careercenterwest@entertainmentcommunity.org
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The Career Center helps you develop and manage a career in the arts. Our holistic approach takes into consideration the resources you need to manage your arts career, develop freelance and entrepreneurial opportunities, discover meaningful industry-adjacent work or transition to a new career.
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The City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs
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Alliance for California Traditional Artist
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Silicon Valley Creates
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Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz)
Offers resources to individuals wishing to start their own business. Providing information on preparing a business plan and choosing a business type and structure.
California Department of Education
Compiles a list of California funding available from various foundations and funds.
Enrich Your Career
The Career Center helps you develop and manage a career in the arts. Our holistic approach takes into consideration the resources you need to manage your arts career, develop freelance and entrepreneurial opportunities, discover meaningful industry-adjacent work or transition to a new career.