BMAC, LIVE NATION TEAM FOR MUSIC BIZ COURSE
The Black Music Action Coalition and Live Nation are teaming for a paid internship program and weeklong business-intensive course aimed at providing music industry newcomers with live events-related insight and technical skills.
The initiative will launch this summer and offer an all-expenses-paid experience in Los Angeles for non-college bound, aspiring music biz professionals. They will learn from musicians and Live Nation executives and will then put their knowledge to use as part of a four-month paid internship with the latter company.
Some participants will also be chosen to join Live Nation's School of Live Apprenticeship Program, with the potential for a six-month paid apprenticeship and long term job placement.
"BMAC is proud to partner with Live Nation to launch this program and help create opportunities and access for Black professionals interested in pursuing a career in the live music industry," said BMAC Co-Founder, President and CEO Willie "Prophet" Stiggers. "BMAC is in this mission towards equity for the long haul and we are honored to have the support from Live Nation to allow key staff and operations to continue this work."
Added Live Nation Concerts Co-President Omar Al-joulani, "Our School of Live learning center uniquely positions us to offer aspiring live music talent with valuable hands-on training and insights from some of the most notable professionals in our industry. Creating this one-of-a-kind program with BMAC helps us reach often overlooked talent, giving them tools and opportunities that will prepare and shape them into the future leaders of our industry."
Applications will open next month, with further details available here.
