CIMA at the 2017 East Coast Music Awards - April 29
CIMA is sponsoring two professional development sessions at the 2017 edition of East Coast Music Week in Saint John, NB - check it out!
International Touring - Building A Wall or NO Wall?! Presented by the Canadian Independent Music Association (CIMA)
Saturday, April 29 | 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Overview
It's no secret promoting an artist in the States is a vastly expensive venture compared to other markets. The process of securing a visa to travel to the US for the purpose of touring and showcasing has become more daunting, arduous and more expensive than ever. Changing immigration policies and procedures can be confusing and change frequently. Learn the latest on work visa immigration, cross-border regulations and requirements from obtaining temporary visas, taxation and how to best navigate the roadmap to international touring and breaking down the wall in the US market.
Speakers and Facilitators
Location
- Saint John Trade & Convention Centre - Montagu III
- 1 Market Square
- Saint John
- (506) 694-4720
Breaking Down Borders - Your Business is Your Music! Building Your Export Plan & Touring Strategy? What you need to know! Presented by the Canadian Independent Music Association (CIMA)
Saturday, April 29 | 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Overview
Taking the plunge into the unknowns of new international markets can be an intimidating process and challenging on a number of levels. After a lot of hard work building an audience at home and before jumping off the deep end into uncharted waters, it is essential to have a realistic export business plan and touring strategy to map out your course of action.
Whether you are an emerging artist working towards developing international touring opportunities or an established act and team looking to expand into new territories, there are a number of components and requirements to be considered to build an effective touring strategy. There are countless opportunities waiting beyond our borders; new markets, performance and showcasing opportunities, touring, networking prospects, partnerships, collaborations and revenue generating opportunities to grow and engage audiences on the global stage.
Speakers and Facilitators
Location
- Saint John Trade & Convention Centre - Montagu II
- 1 Market Square
- Saint John
- (506) 694-4720