Applications Now Open for Emerging 2024-25

SAFFRON’S TRANSFORMATIVE TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME IS BACK

We are pleased to open applications for EMERGING, the 2024-25 chapter of our Artist Development Project supporting Black music creators who are also women, non-binary, trans or gender non-conforming people. 

The transformative programme, whose alumni include artists such as Marla Kether and GROVE, will equip participants in South West England with essential tools, opportunities, and comprehensive support to advance their careers. Through EMERGING, participants will develop the resilience and self-reliance needed to thrive as independent creatives in the music industry. 

Successful applicants will receive funding to cover the costs of creating and self-releasing their music, in addition to 1-2-1 mentoring,  peer support sessions and community masterclasses. Programme activity also includes a 5-day residential retreat in the Gloucestcire countryside, plus the opportunity to upskill on Saffron’s IRL and online educational programmes.

Why Emerging?

The latest Annenberg report shows that less than 3% of professional music producers are women, with even more dire stats for Black women, non-binary and trans folks. Saffron’s Artist Development project is designed specifically to support Black music makers in our home of South West England. The aim is to lay deeper foundations for better visibility, representation and financial benefit for Black creators, uplifting conversations about race and offering Black artists a chance to have their voices amplified.

Who is this programme for?

To apply for EMERGING you must meet all of the following criteria:

• You must be… A musical creative of some kind, such as a music producer, composer or instrumentalist.
• You must be… A woman, non-binary person, trans, intersex or gender non-conforming.
• You must be… Black or of Black heritage.*
• You must be… Age 18+. There is no maximum age limit
• You must be… Currently living in Bristol or anywhere in South West England

How to apply

Download and read the application pack using the button below, then follow the link at the end of the document to fill out an application form by 10 pm on the 8th December 2024

Saffron is part of the PRS Foundation’s Talent Development Partner Network and has been provided with funding to make this project happen.