Become a Young Producer and Help Run Our Events!
Young Producers is back!
Following the success of our pilot Young Producers Scheme at the Spring Gala Concert 2026, we're delighted to announce that Young Producers is returning with even more opportunities for young people across the region. Building on the fantastic work of our first cohort, we're expanding the programme to give more young musicians and creatives the chance to gain hands-on experience behind the scenes of a variety of major events.
The Young Producers programme was created in response to feedback from young people who told us they wanted to be involved in more than just performing. They wanted to learn about the planning, technical production, communications, stage management and event delivery that make concerts happen. Through the programme, Young Producers work alongside Sheffield Music Hub staff, develop practical skills and play a key role in shaping and delivering events.
During the Spring Gala Concert, nine Young Producers took on roles including communications, lighting, photography, technical production, front of house and stage management. They attended training sessions, gained industry experience and worked as part of the event team on one of Sheffield Music Hub's biggest concerts of the year.
This year, we're looking for a new group of enthusiastic Young Producers to join us. Applications are now open for the Autumn Term Young Producer Opportunities.
We are looking for young people aged 14–18 who are interested in one of the roles listed below.
Autumn Term Opportunities
Choirs Concert Sunday 30th November
Young Producer Role: Communications Assistant
Working with: Lucie Timm, Assistant Project Officer
As Communications Assistant, you'll help capture our Choirs Concert and showcase what makes being part of a choir such a rewarding experience.
Working alongside, Sheffield Music Hub staff, you'll attend rehearsals throughout the autumn term to gather photos, video footage and interviews with young people taking part. You'll help produce content that explores questions such as "What do you enjoy about singing in a choir?" and "Why should more young people get involved?"
You'll then use this material to create engaging social media content and short videos that build excitement ahead of the concert. On the day itself, you'll capture interviews, behind-the-scenes moments and performance highlights, helping us share the story of the event with the wider community.
This role is perfect for anyone interested in communications, digital media, content creation, marketing or journalism.
Apply to be a Choir Concert Young Producer here
Application Deadline: Wednesday 16th September 5pm
Christmas Extravaganza - Monday 14th December
Young Producer Role: Assistant Sound Technician
Working with: Rob Whitehead, Music Technician
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in live sound and microphone technique.
Working with Rob Whitehead, you'll take part in preparation sessions throughout the autumn term, learning about microphones. You'll attend rehearsals with Concordia Voices and Sheffield Youth Big Band, helping performers develop microphone technique and build confidence when performing solos.
On the day of the Christmas Extravaganza, you'll support the technical team with microphone setup and live sound duties, managing mix levels, ensuring there is no feedback, and helping to ensure performers can be heard clearly and confidently throughout the concert.
This role is ideal for anyone with an interest in sound engineering, music technology, live events or technical production.
Applications are now open! Young Producers is a fantastic opportunity to gain real-world experience, develop new skills and play an important role in bringing Sheffield Music Hub events to life.
Apply to be a Christmas Extravaganza Young Producer here
Application Deadline: Wednesday 16th September 5pm
Spring and Summer Term Young Producer Opportunities
We also have opportunities to become a Young Producer in the Spring and Summer Terms. Applications for these opportunities will open later in the year.
Voice For Youth 18th March
Communications Assistant
Help capture the Voice For Youth event and tell the story of the day. Working alongside the event team and a student videographer, you'll gather photos, video clips and interviews before creating content that showcases the impact of young people's voices across Sheffield Music Hub.
Jazz Generations 30th June
Communications Assistant
Attend rehearsals, interview performers and create promotional content in the lead-up to the concert. On the day, you'll help capture the event before working with footage from a videographer to create a highlights reel for social media celebrating the project.
Assistant Sound Technician
Gain hands-on experience in live sound and microphone technique. You'll attend rehearsals throughout the term, supporting young musicians as they develop confidence using microphones for solos and performances. On the day of the concert, you'll work alongside the technical team to help deliver the live sound elements of the event.
Next Gen Live 6th, 7th and 8th July (you may not need to attend all dates)
Communications Assistant
Help document one of Sheffield Music Hub's most exciting live music events. You'll attend rehearsals, interview performers, create promotional content, capture footage during the concerts and help produce a highlights reel after the event.
Assistant Sound Technician
Work alongside our technical team to support the live sound production of Next Gen Live. You'll develop practical experience with microphones, live event audio and operating a simple lighting rig during the event.
