Promoter Promise is an initiative that will champion up-and-coming promoters of marginalised and underrepresented communities, with an aim to improve diversity within the world of events promotion and facilitate the creation of incredible, new events!
If you are a young creative in Rochdale (aged 16-25), with an interest in live music production and promotion, Brighter Sound are running a training programme from September to November at Heywood Civic Centre.
Bands & Solo Artists, you can now apply to The Pilton Stage 27 and be in with a chance to play at Glastonbury next year.
Please send the following:
1. Name of artist
2. A link to a YouTube video
3. EPK or Bio
4. Contact number
5. Where you are based ?
* Please do not send images.
*The Pilton Stage 27 is open to all unsigned artists. ‘Unsigned’ meaning not signed to a record label that is part of or associated with any of ‘the big three’ Universal, Sony & Warner.
There is an exciting opportunity to join the Reform Radio team Manchester as our new Exec Producer. We’re a growing Community Interest Company, production company and award-winning radio station, dedicated to supporting young adults to access cultural opportunities and career pathways in the creative industries.
As part of our Production Team the Exec Producer will work predominately on our weekly BBC Radio 6 Music show, as well as across other ad hoc projects with the BBC and partners as they arise. We are ideally looking for someone based in Manchester or willing to travel, who can help with studio cover and production team resilience when required but are open to this being more remote for the right candidate. We’re looking for someone with previous Exec Producer experience, ideally at 6 Music, but work across other BBC networks will also be considered. Thorough understanding and experience of BBC systems and compliance is essential, as well as good knowledge and understanding of the music, output and editorial direction of 6 Music.
Hours: 8 hours a week – This role is a fixed term until October 2026, with a view to renew in line with BBC contacts for another year, until October 2027.
Salary: £40k – £44.7k depending on experience, pro rata (FTE 0.2)
If you’d like to chat about this opportunity, please contact Lewys, Head of Quality Assurance, on lewys@reformradio.co.uk or on 0161 806 0879. The job description and person spec are also available as an audio file, and we’re happy to accept applications in written format, audio or video.
To view the full job description, please click the link here.
Thinking about a career in the music industry? Join Sony Music UK and Brighter Sound for a free panel and networking event to learn about the 2027 Sony Music UK Internship Programme. Hear from current interns and hiring managers, get application tips, ask questions, and connect with others interested in music careers.
Open to anyone aged 18+ interested in careers behind the scenes in the music industry – including marketing, digital, finance, operations and other business roles. No previous industry experience is required.
Are you passionate about using art & activism to impact your community? Submissions are now open for the Creative Agents of Climate Change programme. This is an online residency programme that develops skills, knowledge and capacity in building creative campaigns to mobilise communities in the fight against climate change. This is for people aged 18-30 and starts on 20th of July 2026 for two weeks.
This is intended as a fun development opportunity for someone already skilled with social media and wanting to build a career in digital marketing. Delia Derbyshire are looking for a collaborative, creative and reliable volunteer to help them maintain their online communities and improve reach, engagement and impact.
Commitment: minimum 3 hours per month, maximum is up to you.
You will ideally be based in North West England, near Manchester though most work will be remote, so you can live anywhere in the UK.
The UK Audio Network (UKAN) is the UK’s largest community of audio producers, commissioners and creators, distributing work opportunities via a shared email list. Their aim is to link commissioners to talent and give all those working in audio an equal chance to pitch for work.
The group is open to anyone working with audio, including (but not limited to) commissioners, producers, editors, researchers, sound designers, and composers. Whether you work freelance, or as part of an organisation, you are welcome and valued in this community.
So — if you are looking to staff a project, promote an audio event or competition, or get advice on the business and ethics of audio work, the UK Audio Network is the place to post.
Click here to find out more and join the mailing list.
The EmployGM website has launched, providing a one-stop-shop for people looking for jobs, training and support across Greater Manchester!
The project is a Mayoral commitment, aiming to help residents navigate the opportunities available to them and attract more talent to the city-region.
From the home page you can be directed towards:
The GMCA Inspire Fund is providing grants of £500 – £2,000 for freelance and independent artists, and small organisations across Greater Manchester.
You may be a musician who would benefit from a new instrument, a small group who needs funds to expand your wardrobe or replace costumes, or a freelance artist who wishes to upskill via a training course.
The GMCA Culture Fund: Inspire is designed to support Greater Manchester-based:
Decisions are expected within 6 weeks of the closing date you have applied for.
All projects must be completed by April 2026. Click here for more details.
Free Courses in England is a database of free courses funded by the government, in the form of the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and the Adult Educational Budget (AEB).
There are a range of free courses on Free Courses in England, from principles of business administration to coding to environmental sustainability!
Boost your CV and complete a free course today.