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With citywide quarantines, limited public gatherings, and social distancing, the financial impact on performers and entertainers will be significant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While there is no way to prevent monetary and business losses, you can take a few steps to mitigate those losses and retain some level of control in uncertain times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Provide online content<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we\u2019ve mentioned in previous posts, creating and posting online content has never been more accessible. Most people are stuck at home, looking for ways to connect digitally and continue enjoying life. Consider some of these options to generate additional revenue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Use services like Patreon<\/strong> \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patreon.com\/\">Patreon<\/a> is a membership-based platform that allows artists and creators to post and share content and monetize those efforts. You can do special performances and charge for access, offer subscriptions so fans can support you, and even sell original creations.<\/li><li><strong>Live stream events<\/strong>  \u2014  Platforms such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/\">YouTube<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/mixer.com\/\">Mixer<\/a> allow content creators to accept donations in real-time as they live stream. Both platforms have benchmarks and restrictions on this, so make sure you read the fine print. <\/li><li><strong>Sell some stuff<\/strong> \u2014  Maybe now is the time to sell some gear, offer commissions, or provide lessons online. Facebook Marketplace, <a href=\"https:\/\/offerup.com\/\">Offer-Up<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/\">Etsy<\/a> are just a few examples of easy-to-use platforms to bring in some extra cash. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore support resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the Seattle area, where the first signs of the outbreak occurred, local artists and performers immediately responded by organizing resources to assist each other as social distancing and quarantine measures were enacted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take time to explore artists\u2019 grants, small business relief, and other forms of economic assistance. Here are a few great links to help get you started: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/covid19freelanceartistresource.wordpress.com\/\">Covid-19 Freelance Artist Resource<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nwfolklife.org\/covid19resourcelist\/\">NW Folk Life COVID-19 Resource List<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/creative-capital.org\/2020\/03\/13\/list-of-arts-resources-during-the-covid-19-outbreak\/\">Creative Capital<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncaper.org\/\">National Coalition for Arts\u2019 Preparedness &amp; Emergency Response<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/artsu.americansforthearts.org\/\">Americans for The Arts<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t be afraid or ashamed to ask for help! The gig economy is a community and we can all succeed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep detailed accounts of financial losses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattletimes.com\/entertainment\/how-to-help-arts-and-culture-workers-in-the-middle-of-the-coronavirus-crisis\/\">Seattle Times article<\/a>, Kate Becker, the creative economy strategist for King County, said, \u201cIf you are an artist, keep track of your financial losses from canceled gigs or other setbacks. Whatever relief packages emerge from this situation, documentation of your hardships will come in handy.\u201d Keep a running tally of any cancellations, refunds, extra expenses, anything related to the COVID-19 issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The website Performing Arts Readiness provides <a href=\"https:\/\/performingartsreadiness.org\/loss-of-income-calculator\/\">this helpful tool<\/a> to calculate losses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Work with clients to credit for future dates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Goodwill is critical to keep business flowing when quarantines and closures are lifted. Once this season passes, people will be ready to get back out and have great events, and you want to be the first person they think of. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Offer to reserve future dates rather than refunding deposits.<\/li><li>Use the Golden Rule of treating people how you would want to be treated.<\/li><li>Proactively contact your current booked clients and offer suggestions to work out a plan. Don\u2019t wait for them to cancel.<\/li><li>Work out creative solutions such as online concerts, performances, or parties.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The landscape of the gig economy is changing with every announcement and closure. 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