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Austin Music Ecosystem Policy and Data Archive
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Capturing the pulse of a major creative hub, these records represent a community-led initiative to evaluate the current requirements of the music scene in the Austin area. It provides a detailed perspective on the economic ecosystem, offering the first updated figures in nearly a decade to assist in crafting policy solutions and informed approaches for the sector. The data facilitates a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by those driving the local music industry, from freelance creatives to established business owners.
Columns
- County of Residence: The specific county where the respondent lives, predominantly featuring Travis and Williamson counties.
- Residence Distance from Downtown in miles: The approximate distance between the respondent's home and the city centre.
- City of Austin Resident: A boolean indicator of whether the respondent resides within the official city limits.
- Primary Music Ecosystem Sector: The main area of the music industry the respondent identifies with, such as Music Creative or Music Industry.
- Music Business Structure: The professional setup of the respondent, often classified as freelance or other various business types.
- Work Location: The primary environment where the respondent performs their professional duties, such as home or varying locations.
- Years Experience: The duration of the respondent's tenure within the music industry.
- Music Education: Information regarding the respondent's musical training background and history.
- Community or Business Participation: Involvement in local music-related organisations or business groups.
- Restored Pre Pandemic Workload: A measure indicating whether the respondent's professional activity has returned to levels seen before the global pandemic.
Distribution
The information is delivered in a CSV format titled
Music_Census_Details_2022.csv with a file size of 1.84 MB. It includes 107 distinct columns and over 2,200 valid records. The file maintains a high usability score of 10.00 on municipal data platforms, indicating a high degree of integrity and minimal missing values in key fields.Usage
This collection is ideal for performing socio-economic research and creating visualisations of the creative economy. Analysts can use the figures to identify gaps in infrastructure, evaluate the economic impact of the music sector, and support the development of community-driven initiatives. It is also well-suited for urban planners looking to understand the geographical distribution and commuting patterns of the local workforce.
Coverage
The geographic scope is regional, focusing on the Greater Austin area including Travis and Williamson counties. Temporally, it represents the state of the music community in 2022. The demographic focus is on individuals identified as music creatives and industry professionals who form the backbone of the regional music economy.
License
CC0: Public Domain
Who Can Use It
Policymakers can leverage these insights to draft legislation that supports local artists and preserves the musical heritage of the region. Community leaders and advocacy groups might use the statistics to secure better resources and funding. Additionally, academic researchers can investigate the long-term trends of the creative economy within a rapidly evolving urban environment.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Greater Austin Music Community Census 2022
- Austin Music Economy and Creative Sector Survey
- 2022 Texas Music Industry Needs Assessment
- Austin Music Ecosystem Policy and Data Archive
- Music City Creative Professional Demographic Study
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Original Data Source: Austin Music Ecosystem Policy and Data Archive
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