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NAICS 711510: Independent artists, writers, and performers

NAICS 711510 is the industry code for independent artists, writers, and performers. Use it on loan applications, tax forms and registrations. Lenders price it on the business's own numbers rather than an industry program.

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What 711510 covers

Independent artists, writers and performers create artistic and cultural works or performances on their own, such as authors, painters, sculptors, freelance journalists, composers, actors, comedians and voice artists.

Included in this code

  • Independent writers and authors
  • Painters and sculptors
  • Freelance journalists
  • Composers and songwriters
  • Independent actors and comedians
  • Voice over artists
  • Art restorers

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Businesses that use 711510

Freelance writerFine artistStand up comedianVoice over actor

Financing for this trade

Independent creatives typically use business credit cards, SBA microloans and small lines of credit, plus equipment loans for studios, kilns or recording gear. Lenders look at contract and royalty income history and personal credit.

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Is 711510 the right code for an independent artist, writer or performer?

Yes, if you create art, writing or performances independently, such as an author, painter, sculptor, freelance journalist, composer, comedian or voice actor. Bands and groups performing live use 711130. Commercial graphic designers use 541430. Portrait photographers use 541921, and commercial photographers use 541922.

What is the SBA size standard for 711510?

SBA sets the size standard for 711510 at $9 million in average annual receipts, averaged over the last five completed fiscal years and counting affiliates. Independent artists, writers and performers at or under that figure qualify as small businesses for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans and for federal small business set asides. Most independent independent artists, writers and performers fall well inside the limit, so size is rarely what decides an SBA application.

What financing do independent artists and writers use?

Most start with a business credit card or SBA microloan for equipment and studio space. Those with steady royalties or contracts may qualify for a small line of credit. Lenders look at income history, contracts, royalty statements and personal credit, since there is usually little collateral beyond equipment.

What does NAICS 711510 cover?

Independent artists, writers, and performers. Industry level code in NAICS 2022, under 71 Arts, entertainment, and recreation, 711 Performing arts, spectator sports, and related industries, 7115 Independent artists, writers, and performers, 71151 Independent artists, writers, and performers.

What financing do NAICS 711510 businesses use?

Term loans, lines of credit, SBA loans and working capital are the usual products. Start an application and the AI matches the deal to lenders that fund this code.

Where do I put NAICS 711510?

On the SBA loan application, on federal Schedule C or Form 1120, on SAM.gov and state registrations, and on most lender applications. A business can report more than one code; use this one if it describes what produces most of your revenue.