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MUSIC BUSINESS CONSULTATION

Jonathan Shaw is a professional music business consultant who has had considerable experience with business and technical operations of the independent music industry. Consulting for many artistes, record labels, recording studios, internet service providers and music publishers, he has provided solutions and insights for many start-up and established businesses and professionals. Through having a clear understanding of your professional needs in the industry he can provide solutions that help you make informed decisions about the future of your career or business. Being a lecturer and educator he can identify a knowledge gap easily and increase your understanding quickly. Jonathan has a vast knowledge of the music industry, as embodied in his book, "The South African Music Business", and can consult in these areas:

• industry structure and the role of various organisations
• legal aspects and access to specialised industry attorneys*
• revenue streams and the operation of royalties in the music industry
• the South African music industry environment and research
• artist management and career development
• the live music industry
• music marketing

*Please bear in mind that I am not a legal practitioner (discolsure stipulated under Section 83 of the Attorneys Act, 1979). While some general legal advice can be given it is best to approach an attorney when it comes to some specific legal matters (as set out in the Attorneys Act); such as drafting wills, drawing up liquadation documents, appearing in court, agreements for immovable property, articles of assocition for a company, creation or dissolution of a partnership, and court documents. I'll be happy to help you with anything else!

Read about Jonathan Shaw at MIO.

Download research Jonathan Shaw has completed:

• Gauteng Music Strategic Framework (Coming Soon), 2009
• Marketing Popular Music with Branding: Double Jeopardy in the South African Music Market, 2004
• LOCAL CONSUMERS FEELINGS TOWARD LOCAL MUSIC PRODUCT – THE EFFECT OF ETHNICITY, 2002

Consultancy helps you to fill the gaps in your knowledge. Where you do not have the time to undertake research or are looking to create value for your ambition, project, investment or business plan you may consider consulting in order to have quick, informed and authoritative information to support and justify your decisions. The business environment is constantly changing, and the access to professionals who are constantly in touch with the music industry can help lower your risk in a changing industry landscape. Value can be made when gaining insights into purchasing new hardware and software, navigating an Internet strategy, improving value chain operations, hiring staff, embarking on a promotional campaign or simply knowing the industry better from an independent viewpoint. By consulting with a music business professional you can get a skill your company needs temporarily, that it may not need permanently.

There is no 'silver bullet' or ‘magic wand’ to instant success but consulting should help you take a different look at your problems, refresh your thinking and open doors which ultimately make being in the music industry easier.

TYPES OF CONSULTANCY

These are general information sessions. Appointments are booked where you can come and see me. I can do them over the phone or via e-mail, but upfront allows me to serve you better. If you let me know the nature of the issue beforehand I can do some preparation to help you. My cost is R250 per hour - the amount of hours depends on the volume and type of information you may need which I can advise you on through initial communication and through a detailed quotation. Once accepted, an invoice is generated and delivered to you. This is paid into the bank account below for the consultation to be confirmed. Fees are revised an a semi-annual basis.

Research and Survey Administration

Having specialised knowledge of research in the music industry, we can cater to interested parties to conduct music market research. Since this is intensive and detailed work, an hourly charge of R420 is applicable excluding administration expenses. A detailed quotation for the total project and methodology is drawn up beforehand. 50% of this quotation is required before commencement of work, 25% upon receiving an interim report and 25% upon completion and delivery of the final report. Fees are revised on a semi-annual basis.

Music Business Education and Skills Devlopment

Being personally involved in this growing sector, I can help to give you an insight to skills development for yourself and your organisation. We can provide you with access to trained educators and resources for the local music industry. Session fees are the same as information sessions above, R250 per hour.

Workshops and Corporate Training

See The Music Business Academy.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Work will commence and bookings confirmed on payment of the quotation. Work will be dilivered on payment of the final invoiced amount.
2. The client’s private information is confidential.
3. Hours booked which are partially or fully unused are billed for in full without 24 hours notice of cancellation.
4. Motor vehicle travel costs are billed for at AA rates.

Strictly speaking, the amount of full hours you spend in consultation is the the amount you pay. However, where written work is required such as consulting through e-mail or generating a report additional hours will be billed. Factor in additional costs (such as telephone calls and travel costs) as well. It helps if you can avoid these by coming through to the offices and spending the amount of time with the consultant directly.

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