Sound Check Crew
Welcome to Sound Check Crew, for all alumni of Future Yard’s Sound Check programme
OPPORTUNITIES
In this section we’ll be sharing job and training opportunities, updated regularly.
If you are interested in Sound and Lighting:
BBC Open Music Trainee – Technical Production (Salford, Manchester) – Deadline 1st of March
The Tung Auditorium – Venue Technician (Liverpool) – Deadline 13th of March
The Everyman – Technical Casual Staff Register of Interest (Liverpool)
Up North Crew (Liverpool & Manchester) – Casual Production Crew and Technicians
If you are interested in Event Management:
Oyez Arts – Events Coordinator (Altrincham, Manchester) – Deadline 4th of March
Royal Liverpool Philharmonic – Special Projects Coordinator (Liverpool) – Deadline 5th of March
G4S – Events & Match-day Stewards (Liverpool) – Deadline 31st of March
If you are interested in Art Administration:
Liverpool Biennial – Operations and Administration Assistant (Liverpool) – Deadline 8th of March
INDUSTRY INSIGHT
In this section we will be listing job advice and industry tips.
Daniel Taylor, Technical Manager at The Royal Court:
“If there’s one piece of advice I’d pass on, it’s this: don’t be afraid to ask questions. Most people would much rather you ask and get it right than stay quiet and get it wrong. A huge lesson I’ve learned is that attitude is EVERYTHING in this industry. Skills can be taught, but curiosity, reliability, and how you treat others are what make people want to work with you again. Be prepared for the unglamorous jobs, communicate clearly, be on time, and be flexible — it all matters. People always remember the ones who supported them. Show up with a good attitude and a willingness to learn, and opportunities have a way of opening up.”
Networking is crucial to a successful career in the music industry.
The music industry has countless different paths – and everyone’s path will look different. Each gig and opportunity may lead you to meet different people, who then may offer you different opportunities. This is why music industry professionals will say networking (ie meeting people) is one of the most – if not THE most – important aspect of a career in the music industry.
The Musician’s Union lists these 7 tips on how to network effectively.
Have clear intentions
Know who you are trying to find
Be yourself
Following up
Always ask for two more people to connect with
Tap into networks you already have
Cultivate resilience
Your role might look different depending on the job
In the live music sector, roles and responsibilities may differ depending on the size, budget and event in a venue. For example, in smaller venues a technician may find themselves doing sound, stage design and lighting, whereas in bigger venues they may be separate roles, or even done split between multiple people.
Live music Industry Venues and Entertainment (LIVE):
“Freelancers are crucial to the success of the live music ecosystem and our industry relies on them to deliver unforgettable experiences for fans.”
Transferable skills from outside the music industry are valuable
Depending on the job advertised, music industry career adverts may specify skills including, but not limited to, the following:
- The ability to work as part of a team, which could be big or small
- Being self-motivated, especially if working as a freelancer
- The ability to problem solve and think quickly, and being able to work when under pressure
- The willingness to work unsociable hours, such as late evenings and weekends
- Organisational and interpersonal skills
NETWORKING EVENTS
In this section we will be listing local events in Merseyside, designed to help you meet those all important music industry contacts.
Liverpool Philharmonic – Music Industry Careers Fest 2026 – 22nd of March 2026
Liverpool Philharmonic’s Careers Fest is designed to give insight into the music industry – allowing you to see the wide array of opportunities in this field, meet leading industry professionals and ultimately kick start your musical career.
The day will include practical workshops, demonstrations, panel discussions and talks from industry experts, such as Liverpool’s own Guy Chambers (songwriter to Robbie Williams, Tina Turner, Diana Ross and Mark Ronson to name a few) and Natasha Hamilton (Atomic Kitten and founder of Morpho Records).
Tickets are £10, and can be found on the Liverpool Philharmonic Website.
Find out more about Careers Fest here
Art Bar Baltic – MixUp Liverpool Music Industry Meet Up – 25th of March 2026
MixUp is a relaxed, early-evening meetup for Liverpool’s music community, aiming to bring music industry people together, share knowledge, and open the door to new collaborations. Attendees may include artists, producers, songwriters, venues, managers, promoters, labels, educators and general music lovers, brought together for a few hours of meaningful connection.
The event will feature short, informal guest talks from professionals across the music industry, open Q&A sessions where attendees can ask honest questions and share experiences, with time to meet new people and build genuine connections
The event is free to attend, just register in advance to secure your place.
Find out more about MixUp here
The Narrative (Arts Bar Hope St – Songwriter Showcase & Networking Night – 3rd of March 2026
The Narrative is a songwriter showcase and networking event held in Liverpool, featuring three songwriters telling the stories behind their songs and performing in a songwriters round, including Catherine Bullock, Sound Check Alumni 2025.
The Narrative is ran by creatives for creatives, with a focus on the creative process and networking with other people in all sectors of the music industry. It’s for everybody to attend, whether you’re a creative yourself, you work in the industry, or you love music and want to support your local scene.
Entry to The Narrative is on a ‘Pay What You Can’ basis, with all donations supporting the performers of the event and the creatives working behind the scene.
Find out more about The Narrative here
NEWS
In this section we will be listing recent news stories within the music industry that may be of interest.
For the first time in its history, The BRIT Awards are making their way to Manchester, after nearly five decades in London – taking place in Manchester’s Co-op Live on Saturday the 28th February.
Liverpool new live music venue announced as “Gracy’s” – taking over the former Liver Suite on Brunswick Street. The venue promises to bring indie sounds to Liverpool’s city centre, hosting local bands throughout the week. Alongside this, it plans to host themed party nights and other events to celebrate Liverpool’s vibrant music and social communities.
Find out more about this story here
UK Government Announces 5% Funding Uplift for Arts Organisations – new funding for cultural organisations aims to save and protect 1,000 local arts and culture venues across England.
Find out more about this story here
The British Music Embassy (BME) has revealed its line-up for SXSW in Austin, with performances from 59 new and emerging UK artists across seven days, including Mae Muller and DJ AG.
Find out more about this story here
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