About the opportunity:
Metroland Young Associates is a 3-month paid opportunity in Brent for 20 young people between the ages of 18-24, to develop skills and experience of working in the arts and creative industries. Young people will gain access to:
- Creative sessions with industry professionals
- Artist workshops
- Networking events
- Cultural trips
- A mentor to support you in your professional direction
- Professional development training
- Arts Award qualification
Who are they looking for:
- They are looking for 20 young associates, aged 18-24 from/based or with a connection to Brent
- Aged 18-24
- They ask that you commit Saturday’s between 22 April - 29 July 2023 and be able to attend most sessions
- Honest, reliable and punctual people
- Those who are passionate about and interested in making, experiencing, learning about any kind of art (visual, music, theatre, dance etc)
- Those who want to get involved in behind the scenes of an arts organisation
- An interest in collaborating and contributing ideas and enthusiastic about bringing projects to life
- Facing barriers to accessing these kinds of opportunities, recognising that the arts and creative sector is not equally accessible to people of all racial or socio-economic backgrounds, or to disabled people or people with caring and parenting responsibilities
Important details:
- They offer £2,000 to attend 1 day/week at London Living Wage + additional funds for travel costs (paid in instalments and subject to consistent participation)
- Dates: First session is Saturday 22 April, last session is Saturday 29 July
How to apply:
You will need to complete an application form. If you prefer, you can make an application by video or audio recording - see the application form for more info. It is also possible for support workers or others to complete applications on behalf of interested young people.
Find out more here: https://metrolandcultures.com/get-involved/metroland-young-associates-2023/
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