The Shift from Starving Artist to Creator Economy
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Release Date: 02/02/2025
The Shift from Starving Artist to Creator Economy
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Artists are often the first to revitalize communities—so why do they keep getting priced out? In this episode of ARTS Redefined, Angela Meleca sits down with Al Delorenzo to explore how we can integrate artists into community development from the start, ensuring they thrive instead of being displaced. We dive into: Innovative models like co-ops and nonprofit ownership that provide sustainable housing solutions for artists. How cities can use public-private partnerships to fund artist spaces. The Pay Artists campaign and why exposure isn’t enough—fair compensation is key. How...
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The Power of Dance: Measuring Impact Beyond Movement with Rachel Nace
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
How can dance transform lives beyond the stage? In this episode of ARTS Redefined, Angela Meleca sits down with Rachel Nace, Artistic Director of Oyo Dance Company, to explore the profound impact of dance on individuals and communities. Rachel shares her journey of leading a diverse and inclusive dance company that focuses on social justice, emotional well-being, and storytelling through movement. Together, Angela and Rachel discuss the challenges of measuring the arts' intrinsic value, the importance of empathy and innovation, and why data is the future of arts funding. Key Takeaways: ...
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Can creativity reshape the way we approach business and leadership?
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
In this episode of ARTS Redefined, Angela Meleca sits down with Sam Krall to explore how arts management programs are bridging the gap between creativity and commerce. Together, they discuss the role of interdisciplinary education, the infusion of humanity into traditionally transactional business models, and why creativity is essential for driving innovation across industries. From preparing students for real-world challenges to engaging disinclined audiences, this episode uncovers the transformative power of the arts in shaping a more thoughtful, innovative, and connected world. Key...
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7 Steps to Market Smarter and Thrive as an Arts Leader
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Feeling stuck in outdated marketing strategies? Join me as I outline seven essential steps according to marketing expert Lynette Shy, to redefine your arts organization's marketing approach. From embracing digital to breaking down silos, these practical tips will help you engage audiences and grow revenue. Whether you're leading a small nonprofit or a large arts institution, these strategies will inspire and empower you to take action. Listen now and start your arts marketing transformation! Lynette Shy Want to connect? Schedule some time to talk:
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From Chaos to Clarity: Digital Marketing for Arts Leaders - ARTS Redefined
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Discover actionable tips to revolutionize your marketing and communication strategies for arts organizations. Angela Meleca and Lynette Shy dive into the importance of digital engagement, prioritizing tasks, and crafting content that truly resonates with audiences. Learn how to transform chaos into clarity and build sustainable growth for your organization. Chapters 00:00 Navigating Nonprofit Marketing Challenges 05:59 The Importance of Strategic Planning 11:54 The Bigger Conversations in Arts Funding 18:07 Evaluating Traditional vs. Digital Advertising 23:12 The Importance of Experience in...
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For-Profit Creatives: Breaking Stigmas and Building Impact
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
In this episode, Angela Meleca and Tim Sidel uncover the unique struggles of for-profit creatives in a nonprofit-dominated arts ecosystem. From rethinking how we support creative businesses to advocating for better arts education, this conversation offers actionable insights to strengthen the arts sector. To Schedule a call with Angela on how you can measure your arts impact: https://calendly.com/melecacreative/aa-s-conversation-about-the-arts Angela Meleca
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Bridging the Gap: Business Skills for Arts Students
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Arts students are graduating without the business skills they need to thrive. Leigh Ann Cannady shares actionable advice on how educators can better prepare students for the real world, combining creativity with financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Want to empower arts students with real-world skills? Tune in to this episode, and don’t forget to follow the podcast for more strategies to redefine arts education and advocacy. Takeaways The arts provide essential soft skills for the workforce. Creative expression fosters teamwork and collaboration. Understanding...
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Connect the Dots: Making the Arts Matter to Lawmakers
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Are you tired of arts advocacy falling flat? Angela Meleca shares actionable strategies to align your arts programs with lawmakers’ priorities. Learn how to frame your impact around workforce development, mental health, and community safety to gain lasting support for your work. To learn how to create actionable advocacy to increase your relevance, resources and revenue - book a call
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The Future of Arts Funding: How to Measure Empathy, Kindness, and Creativity
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Feeling frustrated trying to prove the value of your arts programs? Join me as I speak with Sheri Chaney Jones, founder of SureImpact, about why data measurement is the future of arts funding. In this video, we explore: 1. How to measure empathy, creativity, and kindness. 2. Why are current advocacy methods focusing on economic impact failing? 3. A step-by-step guide to using the "Five Whys" exercise to uncover the more profound impact of your work. Learn actionable tips to communicate your arts organization's transformational power better and secure more resources. Don't miss this practical...
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Reframing Arts Impact: Workforce Development Through Creativity with Matthew Gellin
ARTS Redefined with Angela Meleca
Discover how Matthew Gellin, Artistic Director of American Legacy Theatre, uses theater as a tool for workforce development and community transformation. Learn actionable strategies for connecting your arts programs with funders, measuring impact effectively, and building innovative cross-sector partnerships. Tune in for insights that redefine the arts’ role in solving real-world challenges. What to explore how data-driven strategies can unlock new funding and impact your arts programs? Schedule a free call: . Angela Meleca | Award-Winning Arts Advocate www.melecacreative.com
info_outlineArtists are often the first to revitalize communities—so why do they keep getting priced out? In this episode of ARTS Redefined, Angela Meleca sits down with Al Delorenzo to explore how we can integrate artists into community development from the start, ensuring they thrive instead of being displaced.
We dive into:
- Innovative models like co-ops and nonprofit ownership that provide sustainable housing solutions for artists.
- How cities can use public-private partnerships to fund artist spaces.
- The Pay Artists campaign and why exposure isn’t enough—fair compensation is key.
- How technology is transforming public art with projects like Mural Remix.
- Why artists need to embrace their entrepreneurial spirit to create sustainable careers.
The era of the starving artist is over. It’s time to build an economy where artists are valued, integrated, and financially supported.
Listen now and join the movement to reshape the future for artists!
Follow Angela Meleca for more insights on arts advocacy, funding strategies, and creative economy solutions.
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