OUTSET is a new and free opportunity created by MusicNSW to help young people on the Mid North Coast build live music careers.
Guided by inspirational music industry professionals, up to 10 young people in the region will be selected to work together as a Youth Committee to create their own live music event.
Applications are invited from people aged 15 – 25 years, who are based in Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Nambucca, Kempsey or Port Macquarie, and who are passionate about live music and exploring a career in the music industry.
Youth Committee applications close at 11.59pm on 1 June.
The program provides participants with a chance to gain real-world experience and build valuable music industry connections and skills.
As part of the Youth Committee, participants get to take part in six different skill-building workshops covering everything from live music event planning, lineup curation and promotion.
By the end of the program, they will have gained practical experience working alongside professionals in audio production, lighting, photography, videography, stage management, and event coordination.
Local young artists and bands can also apply to perform at the all-ages event, presented in partnership with Arts Mid North Coast and MiNi (digital) concerts, which will take place at the end of August.
Applicants need a strong 30-minute live set, including at least four original songs.
For more information and to apply, visit musicnsw.com/program/outset.
By Andrea FERRARI
