Jess Love
Planning phase

Many artists begin to work with Auspicious in the planning stages of their project. In most cases, though not exclusively, this means preparing funding applications for government and/or philanthropic organisations. We check budgets and make sure that all costs are accurate and accounted for. We help you to understand and plan for the financial risks associated with the project. Whilst Auspicious does not write the application on your behalf, we can help customise individual submissions in line with specialised funding requirements. We make no judgement about the artistic content of the project itself. Our aim is to assist you in ensuring that the project is as economically feasible as possible. We provide this service free of charge.

Funding approval

Once funding is approved we assess total income, re-budget accordingly and ensure that all risk issues are taken into consideration. An agreement will then be set up between yourself and Auspicious.

The production proceeds

Every project and every artist is different so Auspicious starts by working out how much or how little financial management is required. We can provide assistance with the day-to-day financial aspects of the project, including monitoring income and expenditure, and providing regular financial updates. We usually look after payments, invoicing, payroll, superannuation, Workcover claims, GST/tax compliance, and banking on your behalf. We can also provide cash flow support throughout the project. All arts projects managed by Auspicious are automatically covered for $20 million dollars in public liability insurance. When Auspicious projects tour overseas personnel are covered by our travel insurance.

Project concludes

At the project’s conclusion we prepare financial acquittal reports for funding bodies and arrange for an audit if required.

Conspire about future projects

After your project has finished we want you to continue working with Auspicious. We regularly foster collaborations between Auspicious artists, creating ongoing partnerships and exciting new projects.