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OPPORTUNITY: BBC INTRODUCING SCOTTISH ACT OF THE YEAR 2024
Calling all emerging musicians in Scotland! BBC Introducing is searching for the Scottish Act of the Year 2024. What’s on Offer: Two recording sessions with BBC Radio Scotland. A performance slot at TRNSMT, Scotland’s biggest music festival. A bespoke PR campaign to boost your profile. How to Enter: Upload your track to the…
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OPPORTUNITY: ABERDEEN PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS JAM FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE
Aberdeen Performing Arts invites singer-songwriters to join their Jam for Climate Justice series. This project aims to spark new musical collaborations centred on climate justice, culminating in a live performance at the Lemon Tree during Climate Week North-East. What’s on Offer: Collaborate with another artist to compose a song on climate justice. Perform the…
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OPPORTUNITY: DRAKE MUSIC SCOTLAND BOARD MEMBERS
Drake Music Scotland is looking for up to four new trustees, including a new Chair of the Board. They are dedicated to promoting diversity on our Board and encourage applications from individuals with lived experiences of disability. This includes those with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, long-term health conditions, mental health challenges, and autistic and…
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OPPORTUNITY: FESTIVAL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR
Location: The Hebrides, Isle of Lewis Salary: £30,452 + pension contribution Contract Type: 1-year initially (extendable) Position Type: Full Time (35hrs/week) Annual Leave: 28 days The Hebridean Celtic Festival Trust is hiring a Festival Operations Coordinator! Join an award-winning and internationally acclaimed festival on the beautiful Isle of Lewis. This is a dynamic role…
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An End Of Year Member Message From Robert Kilpatrick; CEO and Creative Director
Dear SMIA Members, It’s hard to believe that we’re now quickly approaching the end of 2023. On behalf of the SMIA team and Company Board, I’d like to wish you a relaxing festive period and all the best for the new year. We’re aware that this can be a difficult time for many…
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Dougal Perman, our SMIA Board Chair 2016 – 2023; Farewell Reflections
Dougal Perman was SMIA Chair from April 2016 to March 2023. He reflects on his time as chair, how the organisation has changed and how he found the role. “Music, maths and love — the three universal languages.’’ So said great family friend, John, to me when his wife was tutoring me in maths…
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NEWS: WE’RE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE JEN HUNTER AS SMIA CHAIR + MORE
Today we announce the appointment of Jen Hunter as our Chair of the SMIA Board, with Robert Kilpatrick also announced as CEO and Creative Director on a permanent basis following being appointed to the interim role earlier this year. Jen Hunter will now lead the SMIA’s Company Board and support Kilpatrick in the setting…
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OPPORTUNITY: GENERAL MANAGER – SMIA
Company: Scottish Music Industry Association Ltd. Location: Glasgow / Hybrid Reports to: CEO and Creative Director Salary: £32,500 (£26,000 pro-rata) Term: Permanent (subject to on-going funding) Working hours: 32 hours per week (based on a four day working week) Company Description The Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) exists to strengthen, empower and unite Scotland’s…
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NEWS: THE SCOTTISH ALTERNATIVE MUSIC AWARDS RETURN
The Scottish Alternative Music Awards (SAMA) return this year to Glasgow marking their fourteenth edition of the event, celebrating and putting a spotlight on underground music genres and artists from Scotland. This year’s nominations represent 7 music awards, and were selected from 21 UK based industry professionals from organisations including Clash Mag, Tenement TV,…
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OPPORTUNITY: MUSIC EXPORT GROWTH SCHEME 2023
The Music Export Growth Scheme is an initiative offering grants between £5,000 – £50,000 to support UK-registered independent music companies in marketing UK music projects internationally. This scheme is designed for those looking to introduce successful UK music projects to overseas markets. Who Should Apply? UK-based music companies with a turnover of less than…
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OPPORTUNITY: Bar & Catering Manager – Cultural Venue
Location: The Tolbooth Jail Wynd, Stirling, FK8 1DE Salary: £32,667 – £35,571 per year Contract Type: Fixed Term Position Type: Full Time Hours: 35 hours per week Stirling Council is seeking a Bar & Catering Manager for the Tolbooth and The Albert Halls in Stirling. This role is pivotal in leading the bar and…
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OPPORTUNITY: CREATIVE BALANCE STEERING GROUP
Creative Balance is a new research project exploring mental health and wellbeing, and what improvements can be made for Black People and People of Colour in the Scottish creative industries through support from We Are Here Scotland and supported by funding from The Baring Foundation and Creative Scotland. They are looking to form a…
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OPPORTUNITY: DF CONCERTS – GIG MARKETING MANAGER
Location: Glasgow, Scotland Salary: Competitive, based on experience Working Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with additional event work as required) Contract: Fixed-term (Maternity cover for 12 months) DF Concerts and Events seeks a dedicated Gig Marketing Manager to oversee marketing campaigns for its key brands, with a…
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OPPORTUNITY: SKIDDLE INDUSTRY DROP IN – GLASGOW
Date and Time: Thursday 16th of November, 12:00 – Late Location: Barras Art and Design (BAaD), 54 Calton Entry, Glasgow G40 2SB Tickets: Free, secure your ticket here. Join the Scottish Music Industry Association (SMIA) at the Skiddle Industry Drop-In event, a gathering that brings together Scotland’s leading music professionals and artists for a…
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OPPORTUNITY: SOUTH AYRSHIRE YMI MUSIC HEROES PROJECT
The South Ayrshire Council’s Youth Music Initiative is seeking passionate and skilled Singing and Musicianship Tutors for the upcoming Music Heroes Project. This initiative will be pivotal in nurturing the musical abilities of Primary 3 pupils throughout South Ayrshire. Purpose of the Project To enhance singing and musicianship skills amongst young learners. Provide engaging,…
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OPPORTUNITY: OFF THE RECORD VIRTUAL EVENTS
Off The Record is hosting a series of virtual events spanning over three evenings on November 28th, 29th, and 30th. Aimed at 16-25 year olds, each evening will delve into a specific aspect of the music industry: Releasing, Promotion, and Live. The events will feature panels, Q&A sessions, 15 Minutes of Knowledge segments, and networking…
