In addition to being a gathering of professionals, midem is now becoming a destination for students who wish to work in the music business, thanks to a tailor-made educational programme and a very affordable rate as detailed here.
midem academy is a programme of 14 courses in entrepreneurship, new business models and marketing, that provides a unique learning opportunity. . High-profile experts will engage the audience, share their knowledge, and provide practical advice that students can apply immediately. This comprehensive training programme, developed in partnership with Berklee College of Music, has been designed to deliver interactive education and focused business acceleration.
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midem academy’s instructional courses are enhanced by a series of close mentoring sessions with digital experts, branding strategists and music industry professionals. Students can pick themes that are important for them, join the discussion, get tips from experienced business professionals and discover cutting-edge tools and solutions that will shape the future of the music business.
midem’s Direct2Fan Camp, featuring daily discussions and Artist Ambassadors sessions led by Zoe Keating, Stuart Braithwaite (Mogwai) and Javier Limon, will gather artists and music entrepreneurs to work directly with students.
Students will have their own space at midem campus, a networking hub that will facilitate casual meetings & group discussions. midem campus will be a relaxed place to work and mingle with students from all over the world. Berklee College of Music will produce a “Meet the Educators” networking session where representatives from the leading Music Business Programmes of Europe and the USA will discuss the future of the labor market for students and industry professionals.
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Inspiration from innovators and thought leaders is also a key asset for students at midem. At the Visionary Monday conference, artists, industry influencers, and marketing & technology experts will share their insights on new ways to reach, engage and monetise audiences. One of our speakers has recently finished his music marketing thesis!
Learn how he catapaulted himself into the spotlight in this midemblog interview
Last but not least, midem will vibrate with electrifying live music thanks to the midem festival and midem off programmes, featuring international artists such as 2ManyDjs and The Ting Tings at midem’s custom-built ampitheater and hundreds of gigs in the best bars across the city.