Do you have a vision for a music project but need the resources to make it happen? From live events and club nights to podcasts and educational workshops, Marsm supports Young Producers to bring their creative vision to life with a paid music industry residency.
Location: Nationwide (with one day in London)
Salary: £14.80 per hour (London Living Wage)
Commitment: 30 hours per month for 9 months
Start date: 1st June 2026
About the Residency
Marsm UK is a leading promoter of music and culture from the Arabic-speaking world. Supported by Youth Music’s Industry Connect Fund, we are entering our third year of mentoring talented young people. This 9-month paid residency is designed for 18-25 year olds looking to gain entry and insight into the music industry.
Explore previous projects here.
The Role: Co-Design Your Career
We believe in co-creation. Throughout the residency, you will actively shape the programme to suit your long-term goals. You will have agency over the training you receive and the project you bring to life.
To support your project, Marsm provides:
- Bespoke Training: 4 sessions in areas like marketing, programming, stage management, and production, delivered by industry-leading partners
- Dedicated Mentorship: Monthly 1:1 sessions with Marsm’s leadership team to guide your professional development
- Financial Support: A fee for your work and a small project budget managed by you
- Industry Access: Use of Marsm’s extensive networks, marketing channels, and venue contacts
Eligibility Criteria:
The Young Producers Residency is suitable for those who are:
- Aged 18 – 25
- From a Global Majority background
- Face systemic barriers to entry to the music industry
- Based in the UK and have the right to work in the UK
- Able to start the residency on June 1st 2026
Application Process
Stage 1:
Please answer the following questions by email to info@marsm.co.uk with the subject line ‘Young Producer Residency Application – YOUR NAME’:
- What is your age and where will you be living from June 2026 – Feb 2027?
- Do you have the right to work in the UK? (Yes/No)
- What is the music project you want to bring to life?
- Why is this project important to you, and how will it help your career?
- Which community is this project for?
Marsm are happy to accept written responses to these questions (max 500 words), or a 2-3 minute video or voice recording.
Deadline: 11.59PM on 7th May 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to provide a project timeline and budget, and then will be invited to interview.
The Young Producers Residency is backed by Youth Music.
