Musicians - become a music mentor to transform the lives of young people at risk
Musicians: Your love of music could make a huge difference to the lives of at‑risk young people. The Sound Mentoring program provides music mentorship to disadvantaged young people, helping them to achieve their potential as artists and human beings. Come and join us as a mentor and we will provide you with the training, guidance and the opportunity to mentor a young person based on your skillset, e.g., whether that be in production, songwriting, singing, guitar, keyboard or other. Music mentoring is a fulfilling journey that can transform not just your life, but also the life of a disadvantaged young person in need of confidence, positive role models and an outlet for their creativity.
Benefits to being a music mentor
* Receive music mentor training, free, that will equip you to mentor and work with youth at risk
* An enriching and fun way to give back to the community through music
* A sense of reward from empowering young people and watching them build their confidence, skills, and musical output
* Meet people from all walks of life and get involved in a music‑based community of like‑minded people
* Build your own life skills and industry skills e.g., confidence working as a producer, music teaching, musical abilities, leadership and more
* Receive new work references and invaluable work experience applicable to fields such as music production, engineering, community musicianship, music therapy, teaching, youth work, counselling, and management
* On‑job training and development provided
Experience required
* Proficiency in ONE of the following:
o Using a DAW, handling music equipment, recording and songwriting
o Instrument proficiency (e.g., drums, singing, guitar, keyboard, percussion, or other instruments)
o Vocal coaching
o Creative coaching
o Navigating the music industry
Commitment
* Minimum 10 x 1‑hour mentoring sessions
* Choice to run sessions at Auburn Youth Centre, The Street University Liverpool, Midjuburi Youth Resource Centre, and/or Virtual Sessions over Zoom
* Be responsible and able to act as a role model for young people
* Attend a 4‑hour online Mentor Training Day. Our next Mentor Training Day is Sunday, August 18 from 10am‑3pm AEST via Zoom
* While this is a volunteering role, it must be treated with the same seriousness as a professional job or undertaking
Category
Community Services
Type Of Work
Arts, Craft & Photography, Companionship & Social Support, Counselling & Help Line, Music & Entertainment
Time Required
Minimum 10 x 1‑hour sessions. Sessions delivered weekly or fortnightly
Training
Induction and training provided. We will also co‑ordinate sessions for you with your mentee.
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