Artist Applications are open for Outset, a new opportunity on the for the Mid North Coast.
Artists aged 15 - 25 years based on Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Nambucca, Kempsey, or Port Macquarie are invited to apply to play at an all ages event happening in late August.
APPLY TO PLAY
Local young artists and bands can apply to perform at the all-ages event, which will take place at the end of August. All you need is a strong 30-minute live set, including at least four original songs. Get your application in 11:59pm Sunday, 22 June.
Key dates & links
- Applications opened: 12 May 2025
- Youth Committee applications closed 11.59pm on 9 June 2025
- Artist applications close: 11.59pm on 22 June 2025
- Artist Application form
THE YOUTH COMMITTEE
Applications have now closed for the Outset Youth Committee, an opportunity to be guided by inspirational music industry professionals, gain real-world experience and build valuable music industry connections & skills.
For more information, email outset@musicnsw.com.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply for the Outset Youth Committee?
The Outset Youth Committee is open to applications from people who are:
- Aged 15 - 25 years
- Based in Coffs Harbour, Bellingen, Nambucca, Kempsey, or Port Macquarie
- Who are passionate about live music and exploring a career in the music industry
What will Youth Committee members do?
Youth Committee members will:
- Work in a team to create an epic all-ages event with guidance from inspirational music industry professionals
- Do 6 skill-building workshops covering everything from live music event planning, lineup curation and promotion
- Get hands-on experience working alongside professionals in audio production, lighting, photography, videography, stage management, and event coordination
Can I apply to play at the Outset event?
Artists and bands can apply to perform at the all-ages Outset event (31 August 2025) if:
- The majority (75% and over) of the act/band are aged 15–25
- The majority (75% and over) of the act/band are based in Coffs, Bello, Nambucca, Kempsey, or Port Macquarie
- Have performed previously and can perform a 30-minute set at the Outset event, including at least 4 original songs
- Are eager to learn, collaborate, and fully commit to skill-building workshops, and performance development
What do artists playing at the event get?
Selected artists will:
- Go to stagecraft and performance workshops with expert rehearsal mentors
- Create content for your Electronic Press Kit, including a free professional photoshoot, professional multi-camera video shoot of your live performance, artist bio and more
- Be paid to perform in front of a supportive all-ages audience and industry professionals
More about Arts Mid North Coast MiNi (digital) Concerts
MiNi (digital) Concerts is an online video series produced by Arts Mid North Coast to showcase some of the very best musicians emerging from the Mid North Coast. Delivered in partnership with MusicNSW, the program aims to lift the online presence of Mid North Coast artists and to provide professionally produced video recordings and images to help further their career and gig opportunities.
Image: Blind Pretty at the Pacific Palms Rec Club, MusicNSW Sister Cities tours 2023, photo by Lens Head