Balancing Act: Creativity, Productivity and Sustainability for Independent Musicians

Musicians, we see you. The gigs, the side hustles, the never-ending admin. The feeling that there’s never quite enough time to create the way you want to.

So how do you balance making art, making a living, and not running yourself into the ground? Or rely on adrenaline and caffeine to finish things and make ends meet?

That’s exactly what we’re unpacking in this UNE SRI x Arts NSW Masterclass—a 2-hour deep dive into how to protect your creative time, sustain your energy, and quiet that imposter syndrome that loves to sneak in when you least expect it.

Led by Anousha Victoire—independent singer-songwriter, registered health professional, and master of juggling all the things—this session is for musicians and songwriters who want to stop running on adrenaline and start building a creative practice that lasts.

WHAT YOU’LL WALK AWAY WITH:

• Practical strategies to carve out creative time (without sacrificing your income or sanity)

• Tools to handle stress, self-doubt, and burnout before they derail your momentum

• Productivity hacks designed for musicians—so you can get more done in less time

• A game plan to stay connected to your long-term goals and keep moving forward

• A room full of like-minded artists who get the struggle (and might just become your creative crew)

This isn’t about working harder. It’s about working smarter so you can make the music that matters without losing yourself in the process.

Masterclass tickets are capped to ensure a personalised experience, so grab yours now!

This event is brought to you by Arts North West in partnership with the UNE SRI Masterclass Series, which is proudly funded by the NSW Government's Boosting Business Innovation Program.