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The PRS Foundation has launched a new fund to support the career development of music promoters in England.

The Early Career Promoter Fund offers grants of up to £3,500 and capacity-building support to help early career independent promoters of all genres with a range of activities including:

• the booking, programming and promotion of events (including gigs, concerts, club nights, showcases, tours and other performances)
• costs associated with music activities (including venue hire, production, artist and/or DJ fees, crew fees, administration and other related costs)
• promotion costs (including design costs, print costs, distribution costs, advertising, and digital marketing costs)
• capacity building (including mentoring, coaching, shadowing, workshops, masterclasses, and other skill-building and networking opportunities)
• Other expenditure which helps grantees to programme a diverse range of artists, develop new audiences and build their skills

The scheme will also help to address underrepresentation in music by ensuring support reaches a diverse range of promoters.

The Arts Council England and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport support the fund.

The closing date for applications is the 12th December 2024.

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