VOLT exists because the knowledge and tools to build a sustainable independent practice shouldn't be hard to find.

Founded by Vanessa Immink in 2021 and supported by Manatū Taonga Ministry of Culture and Heritage's Cultural Regeneration Fund in 2023, VOLT is a digital platform built for independent live performance practitioners across Aotearoa and beyond.

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The platform includes:

  • Courses including the Producer Power Up Challenge and Market Your Arts Off

  • Ready-to-use templates covering budgets, contracts, funding applications and more

  • Power Hours - focused skills sessions on the practical side of producing and arts management

  • A growing community of artists and producers doing the mahi

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