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Northeast Performing Arts Alliance: Profit-Sharing Production Series

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Abstract

The Loove Labs Profit-Sharing Production Series address the contemporary economic realities facing the creative music industry cultivat a dynamic of financial stability within an ecosystem of equitable artistic exchange.

Introduction

Loove Labs proposes a several discrete series of artistic presentations with an allocated budget of $40,000 for fixed expenses through the first quarter of 2024. Each session offers a platform for an ensemble to perform and present improvised new music, serving as a testament to the creative process in a significant cultural market.

Historical and Social Context

Artistic expression has consistently proven to be a crucial engine of social progress, fostering cultural understanding, promoting empathy, and providing a platform for voices that might otherwise go unheard. Its significance extends beyond the confines of market forces, particularly in an age where advertising revenues often dictate artistic opportunities.
We live in a complex era marked by profound challenges: climate change, socio-political divisions, and a pandemic-altered world, to name a few. It's a time of paradox where technological advances coexist with escalating social inequality and environmental degradation. Art is no mere luxury in this context; it is an essential tool for navigating these challenges and fostering a more empathetic society.
Art helps us grapple with our shared reality by representing it in ways that conventional language or media often fail to capture. It distills the complexities of our world into visceral, experiential forms, enabling us to process experiences - our own, and those of others- on a more intuitive, subconscious level. This is particularly true for abstract and improvised forms of art, like the music envisaged for the Loove Labs Profit-Sharing Production Series. Through abstraction, artists can express intricate emotions and ideas without the constraints of literal representation, creating a sensory experience that resonates directly with our emotions.
Moreover, art holds a mirror to society, helping us see ourselves and our world from new perspectives. It breaks through our habitual ways of thinking, inviting us to empathize with different viewpoints and experiences. In an age of divisive politics and echo chambers, this capacity of art to foster understanding and connection is more important than ever.
Art, ultimately, doesn't just reflect our world—it shapes it. By providing a platform for bold, forward-thinking artists, the Loove Labs Profit-Sharing Production Series seeks to contribute to this transformative power of art, nurturing dialogue, empathy, and progress amidst our challenging times.
Through the Loove Labs Profit-Sharing Production Series, we aim to underscore the essential role that artists and their creations play in advancing societal growth and understanding, irrespective of fluctuating market trends.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to develop a more sustainable ecosystem for the arts- one that is responsive to the challenges and opportunities of our contemporary digital landscape. Through a commitment to equitable profit sharing, Loove Labs endeavors to fortify the bond between artists and their audience, ensuring that the production and experience of creative music are supported in a more active way.


Budget Projection for Fixed Expenses
Items
Per Session (USD)
Total for 10 Sessions (USD)
1
Artist Advances (Union Scale for Independent Recording Sessions)
$1,500.00
$15,000.00
2
Performance and Production Facility Fees
$500.00
$5,000.00
3
Labor Fees: Recording Engineer
$500.00
$5,000.00
4
Labor Fees: 4 Video Technicians
$400.00
$4,000.00
5
Labor Fees: Studio Assistant
$200.00
$2,000.00
6
Post Production Fees: Video and Audio
$500.00
$5,000.00
7
Admin Expenses: Operation and Facility Security
$400.00
$4,000.00
8
Total Fixed Expenses
$4,000.00
$40,000.00
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Revenue Distribution
Revenue Sources
Allocation
1
Sale of Tickets
50% to artists, 50% to series
2
Sale of Downloads and Media
50% to artists, 50% to series
3
Donations
50% to artists, 50% to series
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Profit Application
Disbursement Categories
Allocation
1
Artist side
50% of all revenues
2
Series: Second Season Underwriting Fund
Majority of series' 50%
3
Series: Additional Post Production Costs
TBD
4
Series: Additional Studio Fees
TBD
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Artistic Process and Audience Participation

The Loove Labs Profit-Sharing Production Series distinguishes itself by not only highlighting the artistic process but also professionally recording each event. This approach allows for an intricate capture of the artists' performances, thereby visually representing the audience as active participants and witnesses in the evolution of new work. In this manner, we seek to underscore the value of artistic expression as a means of societal advancement and affirm our commitment to equity, transparency, and the vibrancy of artistic creations.

Addenda: Union and Professional Rates


Local 802's Union Scale for Independent Recording Sessions
Contract Type
Scale Wage (6 hours)
Pension
Health Benefits
1
Recording (Per Musician)
$600.00
$54 (9%)
$26 (4.36%)
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While setting the rates for recording engineers, audio assistants, and videographers, it is important to note that there isn't a single, national union representing all professionals in these fields in the U.S. as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021. Some of these professionals might belong to local unions affiliated with the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (AFTRA) or the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE). The rates can vary significantly depending on the local union, the type of project, and the individual's role and experience. Therefore, the wages provided here are approximate figures and might not reflect the exact rates set by a specific union.
Approximate Rates for Technical Staff
Position
Approximate Wage (6 hours)
1
Recording Engineer
$360.00
2
Audio Assistant
$180.00
3
Videographer
$300.00
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These figures are provided as a baseline for understanding the approximate costs associated with these roles. For accurate, up-to-date rates, we recommend direct consultation with the relevant local union or professional organization.
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Our project's commitment to fair remuneration underlines the importance of supporting labor organizations in this evolving and decentralized digital age. These institutions strive to ensure appropriate compensation for all involved in the artistic process, recognizing the value of their work and safeguarding against potential exploitation. Adhering to union and professional rates allows us to foster a sustainable production model that respects and values the rights and contributions of all participants.

Postscript

Improvisation in music, as exemplified by artists like Ornette Coleman, Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and Elvin Jones, requires an understanding of the intricate interplay between musicians. Coleman's free jazz, for instance, called for a keen sensitivity to the evolving musical landscape and a willingness to dynamically refactor ones’ perspective and position it cooperatively in real-time- a remarkable process for collaboration in any field.
Similarly, Charlie Parker's bebop demanded the ability to maintain a shared understanding of the rhythmic foundation while extrapolating and inventing new variations in a rigorous way- mirroring the societal necessity of maintaining consensus without hindering development.
The Loove Labs Profit-Sharing Production Series seeks to highlight these collaborative principles inherent in improvisation. The aim is to engage the public in this dialogue, demonstrating how the process of creating improvised music mirrors larger societal processes. Public support and engagement play a crucial role in this endeavor. Historically, the most fruitful periods for the arts have occurred when they were integrated into societal structures, from church and royal commissions in the classical era to the consumer-driven market of contemporary pop music.
In a similar vein, the series aims to forge a strong connection between artists and the public. The public, by supporting the development of new work, becomes an active participant in the creative process. This engagement is more than a passive consumption of the final product; it involves the audience in the unfolding narrative of artistic creation, demonstrating how disciplined collaboration can lead to innovative outcomes. This approach presents a model for how we might tackle complex societal challenges - not through isolation, but through active, creative engagement with one another.
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