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Results of National Arts and Culture Impact Survey Published
Most arts and culture organizations are holding on for now , but very high stress levels suggest that the impact of the pandemic aren ’ t just economic , according to the newly released results of the November 2020 National Arts and Culture Impact Survey ( NACIS ).
The survey results painted an overall picture of short-term economic and psychological fallout , the value and reach of key government interventions , an impressive level of resourcefulness and creativity , and longer-term questions about the sustainability and appeal of careers in the sector after this seismic shock .
The NACIS was co-commissioned by a group of 30 national and provincial arts service organizations representing a range of artistic disciplines . The survey was designed to capture a snapshot in time of arts organizations , artists , and arts workers across Canada .
The survey was open from November 3-23 , 2020 . In total , 1,273 individuals and 728 organizations from across Canada completed the survey , for a total of 2,001 responses . PRA Inc ., an independent Canadian research firm , was retained to administer and report on the survey . A few key findings include : 1 ) One in two organizations had positive experiences with digital programming , but many respondents indicated that going digital is not right for them ; 2 ) organizations are fairly optimistic , given the circumstances , while individual artists and arts workers are uncertain about their future in the arts ; 3 ) government support through the pandemic is generally positively perceived ; and 4 ) very high stress and anxiety levels suggest that the impact of the pandemic isn ’ t just economic .
To view the full reports , visit www . oc . ca / en / national-arts-and-culture-impact-survey .
Audio Engineering Society Welcomes Jonathan Wyner as President
Jonathan Wyner has started his term as president of the Audio Engineering Society beginning Jan . 1 , 2021 . “ Jonathan has proven his leadership and vision during his year on the AES board of directors as president-elect ,” comments outgoing AES President Agnieszka Roginska . “ The AES is in excellent hands for the coming year .”
Wyner ’ s experience includes 30-plus years as both an active AES
AES PRESIDENT JONATHAN WYNER member and as an audio technologist . Wyner ’ s professional industry involvement currently includes his roles as chief engineer at M Works Mastering , education director for iZotope in Cambridge , MA , and professor at the Berklee College of Music in Boston .
Wyner ’ s longstanding commitment to the AES has been demonstrated by his multiple roles in the organization , including serving on the board of directors , the board of governors , and as a member of multiple committees including Broadcast and Online Delivery , the Recording Technology and Practices Technical Committee , and the Diversity & Inclusion committees .
He chaired a symposium focused on machine learning application in audio during the fall of 2020 . Wyner was presented with AES Board of Governors Awards in recognition of co-chairing the 145 th and 147 th AES Conventions in New York in 2018 and 2019 and the online 149 th AES Convention in 2020 .
“ The AES is the most varied international assemblage of experts , thought leaders , researchers , manufacturers , and practitioners of audio in the world ,” says Wyner . “ There are so many interesting and exciting developments taking place in the world of audio . The pillars I am energized to stand up can be summed up in three words : equity , sustainability and innovation .”
For more information , visit www . aes . org .
Techni + Contact Appoints Eric Olivares & Warren Press
Techni + Contact and AMX Canada have announced the appointment of Eric Olivares to the position of regional sales manager for central Canada . Techni + Contact has also appointed Warren Press of The Press Agency to represent the company in British Columbia , Alberta , Saskatchewan , and Manitoba .
Olivares brings over 20 years of experience in both the manufacturing and distribution industries , with various background experience in IT , security , finance and education verticals .
“ I have gained knowledge and friends along the way which makes this role even more special as I hope to bring a synergy of opportunities to Techni + Contact and AMX Canada and expand the GTA market ,” says Olivares . “ Eric has a proven track record in sales , technical , and business acumen . He is a wonderful addition to our team and fit to our culture ,” says Director of Sales Jean-Pierre Xenopoulos .
To his new role , Warren Press brings his lifelong involvement in hi-fi audio , and 29 years of experience in the custom integration of consumer and commercial electronics , to the service of Techni + Contact ’ s western Canadian dealers .
“ With his uncommon combination of sales , technical knowledge and experience , and solid network of relationships , Warren is a great addition to our team and fit to our culture ,” says Techni + Contact President Julie Legault .
Eric Olivares can be reached at 438-522-8738 or erico @ technicontact . com . Warren Press can be reached at 403-401-4278 or warrenpressagency @ gmail . com .
For more information , reach out to Techni + Contact Canada : 514-495-4883 , sonjac @ technicontact . com , www . technicontact . com .
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