Meet the MusicWorks Panelists | Tyler Funk & Samanta Katz

We're very happy to have Tyler Funk and Samanta Katz join us on Wednesday, March 25 for our next DIY Series: EPKs & Promo Videos.

Samanta Katz is a freelance photographer, working professionally since 2009. With a B.A. in filmmaking from the University of Winnipeg and a diploma in photography from Prairie View, she currently works on assignments in commercial and fashion photography, as well as creating images alongside other artists such as actors, musicians, and designers.

Born in 1986 in St. Anne, Manitoba, Tyler Funk started making short films and experimenting with photography in 2002. Funk enjoys telling stories with images, still or moving. He works on a wide range of projects including commercials, corporate videos, short films, music videos, and documentaries. He currently lives in Winnipeg, working as a freelance cinematographer and editor.  

About the Workshop
An electronic press kit (EPK) is a must for anyone seeking exposure and publicity. It puts you one click away from telling your story to music industry professionals, clubs, media or anybody who might be interested in your work. Your EPK is your professional resume to the world. This workshop will cover the new spin on the EPK, the 90-second branding video or YouTube trailer, as well as the-ever important interactive artist one-sheet.

The MusicWorks DIY Series is a stream of workshops offering emerging artists, music companies, and veterans looking to update their skills, the opportunity to learn music business fundamentals. The 2015 session kicks off with important topics that everyone needs to master including an intro to the music business, accounting/administration, strategic development, the new EPK, and creating a cohesive publicity strategy.

To register or for more info, please contact:

Roland Deschambault, Professional Development Coordinator
Manitoba Music
P: 204.975.5188
E: roland@manitobamusic.com

MusicWorks is made possible by the generous support of the Province of Manitoba through Industry Services of Manitoba Jobs and the Economy; the Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings (FACTOR) through the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage (Canada Music Fund) and of Canada's Private Radio Broadcasters; The Jim Pattison Broadcast Group; and The SOCAN Foundation.