VMDO announces Export Assistance for The Great Escape UK 2024

This is a wide image with a graphic design that includes text and logos. On the left side, there is a colorful radial pattern with alternating vibrant hues emanating from the center, surrounding an oval with the words "THE GREAT ESCAPE" in the middle. On the right side, against a salmon pink background, the text reads "The Great Escape UK 2024 Export Assistance Expression of Interest" in white letters. Below, there are logos and the text "VMDO" at the bottom left, "supported by CREATIVE VICTORIA" in the center, and "in partnership with MUSIC VICTORIA" at the bottom right.

VMDO are inviting applications for financial assistance from Victorians attending The Great Escape festival in Brighton in May. One-off contributions of $3k towards international travel costs are available to a limited amount of applicants.

Eligibility Criteria:

• The assistance is available to Victorian-based managers of acts officially showcasing at The Great Escape. Self-managed acts are not eligible to apply

• Applicants must not have received funding for this specific trip from another body, including, but not limited to AAM, AIR, Music Australia etc

• Only one manager per act is eligible to apply

Applications close at 11.59pm on Tuesday, April 16th. If you have any questions, please contact info@vmdo.com.au

By applying, you guarantee the financial assistance shall be exclusively used by the named applicant to subsidize their costs of attending the Great Escape 2024, including their flights, accommodation, per diems, ground transport and other similar associated costs. It is the responsibility of all participants to arrange and pay for any insurance related to the trip.