A mentoring program is coming to Geelong for the first time to help emerging artists sharpen their skills in the music industry.
Applications are now open for the Grass Roots Indie Development (GRID) Series’ 10th artist development program for Geelong artists to take the next step in the music business.
Minister for Creative Industries Steve Dimopoulos said four solo artists or bands from the Geelong region would be selected for this year’s program, which runs from October 25 to March next year.
“We’re proud to back GRID Series’ Geelong debut as part of investment in the state’s music industry and workforce, helping artists and industry workers to build strong, sustainable careers,” he said.
The program features industry mentoring, collaboration with a producer to create a new track, recording sessions, live performance opportunities and making an artist documentary.
Member for Geelong Christine Couzens said it was important to back local artists in developing their skills to help enrich Geelong’s creative scene.
“Music is part of Geelong’s DNA, and our region is home to an incredible community of artists, drawcard music venues and festivals,” she said.
City of Greater Geelong councillor Melissa Cadwell said the program’s participants would be able to work with and learn from professional producers and mentors.
“Having an all-star team of industry professionals at hand to ask questions of and learn from can assist artists to tap into and connect with new audiences,” she said.
The GRID Series program is available to musicians aged 17 or over who write their own music and are available for all the key dates listed on the application form.
Emerging Geelong musicians can submit their applications to gridseries.com.au by October 2, and the GRID Series team is available to help people needing assistance submitting their applications.
