Applications now open! Help deliver our 2023 Music Careers Expos in QLD, VIC and SA
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The Push is looking for young people aged 15 – 17 interested in a career in music from Victoria, South Australia and Queensland to lead the delivery of our Music Careers Expo, taking place in Melbourne, Adelaide and Ipswich in August.
Members of the Music Careers Expo Events Team will take part in a 3-month training program, with access to hands-on experience, skills development and networking opportunities in the contemporary music industry. You’ll get experience in stage management, technical and sound production, promotions and marketing, video production, photography, artist liaison and bookings.
Music Careers Expo Events Team meetings will be held weekly and mostly online in the lead up to the in-person events.
When and where are the Music Careers Expos?
Victoria | Tuesday 15 August, 10am-3pm, Corner Hotel, Richmond
South Australia | Tuesday 22 August, 10am-3pm, The Gov, Hindmarsh
Queensland | Monday 28 August, 10am-3pm, Civic Centre, Ipswich
Important Dates
| Applications open | Friday 28 April 2023 |
| Applications close | 5pm AEST Friday 26 May 2023 |
| Applicants notified of outcome | Friday 2 June 2023 |
| Music Careers Expo Events Team Meetings (Online) | Melbourne: Tuesdays (weekly), 4:30pm – 6pm local time, commencing Tuesday 13 June, till Tuesday 8 August. Final pre-event meeting on Monday 14 August Ipswich: Wednesdays (weekly), 4:30pm – 6pm local time, commencing Wednesday 14 June, till Wednesday 9 August. Final pre-event meeting on Sunday 27 August Adelaide: Thursdays (weekly) 4:30pm – 6pm local time, commencing Thursday 15 June 2023, till Thursday 10 August. Final pre-event meeting on Monday 21 August |
| Music Careers Expo Events Team program concludes | Melbourne: Feedback session, Tuesday 29 August, 4:30pm – 6pm local time Ipswich: Feedback session, Wednesday 30 August, 4:30pm – 6pm local time Adelaide: Feedback session, Thursday 31 August, 4:30pm – 6pm local time |
How do I apply?
Please note: This application will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete. You may save your progress via creating an account through the application form.
Applications close 5pm Friday 26 May 2023.
Please contact The Push on (03) 9380 1277 or email hello@thepush.com.au if you have any access or support needs, or with any questions about this program.
Frequently Asked Questions
+ What are the requirements?
All participants must:
- Be aged between 15 – 17 years old
- Be able to attend at least 80% of weekly meetings (video/teleconference is available for rural and regional participants) for the duration of the five-week program
- Be able to attend the respective Music Careers Expo in person (dates above)
- Be involved as an active participant of the program until August 2023.
+ Who can apply?
While the program is open to all young people in New South Wales aged 15 – 17, priority access will be given to:
- First Nations young people
- Young people of colour
- Young people from low-income households
- Young women
- Non-binary young people
- Young people with a disability
- LGBTQIA+ young people
+ What will I gain from participating in this program?
As part of the program, you will gain hands on experience, training, and networking opportunities in the contemporary music industry, across a range of areas including:
- Stage Management
- Technical and Sound Production
- Promotions and Marketing
- Video Editing and Production
- Photography
- Artist Liaison and Bookings
+ How much does the program cost?
Participation in the program is free.
The Push offers financial subsidies for internet access and travel expenses to participants who may be experiencing financial hardship.
+ Where does the program take place?
Program meetings are weekly (online and in person) on Tuesday nights for the Victoria team, Wednesday nights for the South Australia team, and Thursday nights for the Queensland team, from 4:30pm - 6pm local time.
The Music Careers Expo is delivered with the support of our partners.