Joseph Bardsley

Analyst, Music Programs @Creative BC

Vancouver, BC, CA

Promotion from Coordinator, Music Programs in April 2024.• Coordination and analytic review associated with innovative, provincially-funded music and sound recording grant programs focused on economic development. • Provision of seamless service to individual and institutional grant applicants during all stages of the application, assessment, and outcomes process. • Administration of public music funding - directed via Amplify BC, the Province\'s dedicated music fund, alongside the Vancouver Music Fund - by educating and consulting with applicants and recipients, and analyzing grant proposals. • Collaborating with B.C-based music industry organizations, agencies, festivals, communities, producing and presenting organizations, and audiences to amplify Creative BC’s activities on the sector’s behalf.• Capturing knowledge, contacts, and data to inform funding program success indicators, and foster a comprehensive understanding of the sector’s ecosystem and evolving funding needs.• Identifying and supporting music industry activities by administering public funding to grow activity, professional development, and jobs within the music industry.

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

Fellow, Cultural Leadership Program, Arts and Culture Management

Mount Royal University

Bachelor of Communications Degree, Journalism

University of Calgary

Adobe Creative Suite Certificate, Graphic Design

Bishop Grandin High School

Alberta High School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates