Young Adults in Industry

A socially impactful creative agency that specializes in discovering and developing local musical talent, providing intergenerational representation and exposing them to industry level opportunities.

FELLOWSHIP + RESIDENCY + PLACEMENT

Objective

YADI is a cohort designed cultural and artist development residency program that aims to empower young adults (21-35) in Baltimore City by providing comprehensive training in various aspects of the music industry while connecting them with global collaborative opportunities. This agency not only mentors participants in roles crucial for creative entrepreneurs but also incorporates a workforce development component, introducing them to teaching artist positions citywide and online.

Impact

We aim to empower a new generation of music industry professionals in Baltimore while fostering community engagement through the workforce development aspect of teaching music to K-8 students. The global component of the agency expose local talent to artist around the world. Participants will not only gain valuable skills but also contribute to the development of the local music ecosystem.

Baltimore

Baltimore has the thriving components that make up a music city. The often overlooked and under worked talent gets unnoticed by local Fortune 500 companies and independent businesses. YADI aims to create social pathways for both natives and transplants to become consumers of local talent.

Requirements

Age 18-24
Instrumental Abilities
Creatively open to explore
Dedicated and Driven
Multidisciplinary
High School Diploma or GED
Family Engagement
Resides in the Baltimore Area
Available 2-8pm two days a week
Provides Artist Statement
12-18 Month Commitment

THE APPLICATION

PROGRAM COMPONENTS

Mentorship Modules:

Marketing Strategies: Learn effective marketing techniques to promote independent artists.
Recording Engineering: Gain hands-on experience in the recording studio, mastering essential engineering skills.
Promotional Tactics: Understand the intricacies of promoting music through events, online platforms, and other channels.
Social Media Management: Develop expertise in managing social media accounts to enhance an artist's online presence.
Publishing and Sync Licensing: Explore the legal and business aspects of music publishing and sync licensing.

Branding and Image Building:

Brand Development: Learn how to create and maintain a strong brand identity for artists.
Image Building: Understand the role of image and aesthetics in the music industry.

Workforce Development-Youth Instruction:

Teaching Skills: Acquire skills to effectively teach music production and songwriting to K-8 students.
Lesson Planning: Develop lesson plans that cater to different age groups and learning styles.
Interactive Workshops: Engage in interactive workshops to enhance communication and teaching abilities.
Trained by Teaching Experts in the field of the arts. These training classes will prepare YADI fellows to work in school settings for both after-school and summer programs.

Real-world Projects:

Hands-on Experience: Work on real projects related to marketing campaigns, music production, and promotions.
Collaborations: Collaborate with fellow participants to simulate real industry scenarios.
Industry Networking: Build connections with professionals in the local music scene.
Placement: Placement and Work for Hire opportunities for major music and film companies.

Guest Speakers:

Industry Insights Sessions: Hear from guest speakers who are successful in various areas of the indie music business.
Professional Development Workshops featuring Collegiate Alumni, Major Agencies, Film Companies and Music Tech Leaders

Industry Tours/ Exchange:

Field Trips: Visit recording studios, music venues, and other relevant locations for a firsthand look at the industry
Teaching Artist Trips to NYC with Program and Industry Partners
Cultural Exchange: Travels to domestic and international communities to learn and collaborate on projects for release.

Final Showcase:

Project Presentation: Showcase acquired skills in a final project, such as organizing a music event, creating a marketing campaign, or producing an original piece.

Young Adults in Industry