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SXSW Sydney Performers on Fair Pay

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Contributor Celine Teo-Blockey went to the festival and spoke to artists on what they think is fair treatment and pay. 

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SXSW recently increased payments to performers from $250 to $350 but performers still have to choose between getting paid or getting access to a free wristband to attend the festival. This change happened as SXSW expanded its global footprint and just put on SXSW Sydney. Contributor Celine Teo-Blockey went to the festival and spoke to artists on what they think is fair treatment and pay. 

Hear more about the open letter that called for higher pay at SXSW here.

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