North Shields Cultural Quarter: Get into Music & Production Industries

Description

North Tyneside Council wish to engage one supplier to provide training for careers in the music and production industries. The main activity should take place in the Cultural Creative Zone in North Shields known as North Shields Cultural Quarter, individuals from across North Tyneside will be eligible to be involved. 

The contract will take place from January 2025 to January 2026.  There is potential for the period of the contract to be increased until March 2027 and the timescale for the programme subject to the necessary funding being obtained. 

The successful Tenderer will be required to meet 100% of the following targets/KPIs
• Engage with 10 individuals who are North Tyneside residents
• Support 10 individuals to achieve a level 3 qualification
• Support 10 Learners to develop a portfolio of work to support their next steps in their creative career
• 8 individuals should secure employment in the creative sector as a result of being involved in the programme within a reasonable timescale

The training programme will be delivered on a part-time basis. Learners will work alongside industry professionals to develop skills and provide them with a basis to develop their current careers or start their career in the creative industries. They will receive training in music production, sound engineering, music video production, stage crewing, artist liaison, event production and event site management.