Events

Austin Music Foundation and The Accountable Artist present an introduction course to the art of bookkeeping and accounting for creative entrepreneurs. In this 2-part webinar series, creatives will learn the basics of accounting:

Part 1: Accounting Theory

Wednesday, July 1 | 7-8:30p

• Accounts
• Chart of Accounts
• Accrual Basis Accounting vs. Cash Basis Accounting

Part 2: Posting and Reporting Transactions

Wednesday, July 8 | 7-8:30p

• Debits & Credits
• Financial Reporting

This series is for anyone running their own businesses, but some information will be tailored specifically to independent artists & musicians, freelance industry professionals, music photographers, and other creative businesses. 

Each session will last one hour with time for a Q&A at the end. Attendees are encouraged to submit questions in advance. RSVP to receive a link to join via Zoom, or watch the live stream on the AMF Facebook page.

This event is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department.

About The Accountable Artist

Aaron Clift is a musician who happens to be great at accounting. After graduating with a double major in music and Spanish from Tufts University in 2003, he simultaneously began his music career in music composition and performance and his accounting career as manager for a residential property agency. 

In 2019, he created The Accountable Artist after years of helping many of his music peers navigate their own finances. Aaron’s goal is to build a world in which creatives aren’t daunted by accounting but rather are able to apply it to their business with the same mastery that they’ve reached in their creative field.

Aaron is also the vocalist and keyboardist of the progressive rock band, The Aaron Clift Experiment.