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Mix Nights Online: From Passion to Platform w/ Vanessa Maria
30th January 2025
7.30 pm GMT
£8.30 or free for sustainer and soulmate saffron members
Saffron’s monthly workshops are part of the Saffron Members Club, but non-members who are women, non-binary people, trans or gender non-conforming folks may also purchase a ticket.
FROM PASSION TO PLATFORM: BUILDING A MUSIC CAREER IN THE DIGITAL AGE
Vanessa Maria, DJ, Broadcaster at Foundation FM, and Resident Advisor host, invites you to an inspiring workshop on navigating the music industry in the digital age. Recognised with the Limitless Black Influence Award and featured in the GUAP 30 Under 30 Blacklist, Vanessa has built a platform through her captivating blend of underground UK sounds and Global Club classics.
In this online-focused session, learn how to use digital tools and platforms to develop your unique sound, grow your audience, and maintain authenticity in a competitive industry. Vanessa will share strategies for creating impactful content, leveraging social media, and building a sustainable music career while balancing mental well-being. Perfect for aspiring and emerging DJs, producers, and music creatives, this workshop will empower you to thrive in the ever-evolving digital music landscape.
About Vanessa Maria
Vanessa Maria is a celebrated DJ, Broadcaster at Foundation FM and Kiss FM, and Resident Advisor host, known for her dynamic influence in music and culture. Recently awarded the Limitless Black Influence Award (2023) and named in the GUAP 30 Under 30 Blacklist, she captivates global audiences by blending underground UK sounds with diverse musical influences.
A passionate advocate for music and mental health, Vanessa drives vital conversations through interviews, podcasts, and documentaries. As a prominent Resident Advisor presenter, she also champions mental health awareness on platforms like ‘Don’t Keep Hush.’
In 2024, she made history by drawing over 5,000 attendees to the V&A Late, breaking a record for the event since 2019. Her electrifying live performances have graced stages at Glastonbury, Koko, Warehouse Project, Boiler Room, All Points East, and El Dorado Festival.
Vanessa’s collaborations with brands such as JBL, Spotify, and Nike showcase her ability to fuse music with impactful partnerships. Recognised by The Face Magazine for her role in shaping London’s nightlife, she continues to push boundaries and solidify her position as a leading figure in the industry.
ACCESSIBILITY
We never want money to be a barrier to people accessing music tech, so if you are unable to afford a ticket but believe you would benefit from attending these workshops, please email us on members@saffronmusic.co.uk.
Workshops are open to people worldwide, but will be running at 7.30 pm GMT so please bear differences in time zone in mind. If you purchase a ticket but are unable to attend live, you will automatically be emailed a recording of the workshop(s) after the event.
We are committed to making our online events as accessible as possible. We have created a guidance document about this – Click here to view the accessibility document. Alternatively, please email us with any access requirements you may have: hello@saffronmusic.co.uk
GENDER POLICY
The gender imbalance in the music technology industry is well-recognised. While we are absolutely not ‘anti-men’, we see that a shorter-term solution is to provide fellowship and learning environments that are not dominated by the cisgender male perspective. Therefore, these workshops are intended for women, non-binary, trans and gender non-conforming people to attend. While we do not ban cisgender men from attending, we hope that they will respect that this event is not intended for them.
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