
iThink Music Biz (iTMB):
Industry-Based Boot Camp
iThink Music Biz offers work-based learning boot camps designed for young people (aged 16-25) who want to pursue music careers through direct employment or self-directed entrepreneurship. Created and delivered by senior industry professionals with over 25 years of experience, the course provides essential knowledge, skills, and proven industry pathways.
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Project start dates will be announced later this year
Detailed Workshop Course Outline
Course Structure & Delivery
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Duration: 5-hour daily workshops delivered as a 5-day (20-hour) or 10-day (40-hour) course.
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Accreditation: We are seeking Level 1 and Level 2 entry-level accreditation with governing bodies such as AQA or City & Guilds.
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Class Size: Flexible delivery for up to 24 participants per camp.
What You Will Learn:
The curriculum is designed to demystify the music business and equip you with practical tools to succeed:
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Industry Mapping: An overview of how record labels, distribution, management, and booking agents interact.
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Intellectual Property: Deep dives into copyright law, intellectual property rights, and their critical importance to your income.
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The Live Sector: Practical training on tour routing, offer sheets, budgeting, and the roles of agents, promoters, and tour managers.
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Marketing & PR: Mastery of demographic profiling, the marketing mix, press release writing, and radio/TV plugging.
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Business Literacy: Understanding collection societies (PRS, PPL), royalty streams, and the many roles of publishing companies.
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Professional Readiness: Assistance with CV creation tailored for the music industry, self-employment legalities, and entrepreneurial "buzz-building" techniques.
Progression & Support: Beyond the workshop, participants receive access to a dedicated online e-learning environment. This platform provides ongoing support, job and internship listings, and a forum to encourage cross-boot camp participation and professional development.
How to Get Involved: If you believe you tick all the criteria boxes and are ready to take your sound to the next level, we want to hear from you.
Email us at: imakeartfoundation@gmail.com
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