Ignite Programme

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Ignite Launch Day - Intake 11 ✔️

What an awesome group of mentors and mentees we have!! Bring on the next 8 weeks ❣️❣️❣️

📸- ﾑ乙尺ﾉ乇

SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT ⭐️

We’re so stoked to have Sennheiser on board as a sponsor of Ignite for our 2026 intake! 🎧

Sennheiser has been a huge supporter of the programme, and we’re incredibly grateful to have their backing as we continue creating more opportunities for rangatahi to get involved in the music and live events industry.

Sennheiser is a world-leading audio brand, known for creating high-quality microphones, headphones and professional audio technology used by artists, performers and industry professionals around the world.

A huge thank you to Sennheiser for supporting Ignite and helping us empower the next generation of Aotearoa’s music and events talent 🎙️🤍

SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT ⭐️

We’re so stoked to have Moshtix back on board as a sponsor of Ignite for our 2026 intake!

Moshtix have been a huge supporter of the programme, and we’re incredibly grateful to have their continued backing as we create more opportunities for rangatahi to get involved in the music and live events industry.

Moshtix is one of Australia and New Zealand’s leading ticketing platforms, specialising in live music and entertainment events.

Support from organisations like Moshtix allows us to keep Ignite growing and give young people the chance to build skills, make connections and get real-world experience in the industry.

Thank you so much Moshtix for continuing to believe in Ignite and support the next generation of Aotearoa’s music and events talent. We’re so grateful to have you along for another year! 🎫🎧

MEET THE MENTORS 🧡

Meet 1/2 of our lovely and EXTREMELY talented mentors for the next intake of Ignite in Tāmaki (18-25)

Our mentors will meet their mentees on the Launch day kicking off NEXT SUNDAY! Exciting times ⭐️

Curious about breaking into the indie touring circuit and supporting international artists?

Come hear from two of Aotearoa’s best, Matthew Crawley and Cuillin Freesia Hearty, as they share their insights, experiences, and advice on getting your foot in the door of the touring industry. 🚪

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step, come along, ask questions, and get the inside scoop!

📅 16 September | 6:00–7:30pm
📍 Big Fan | 25 McDonald Street, Morningside

RSVP via the link in our bio! 🔗

Haven’t got your application in for our next IGNITE intake yet? Hear about the experience from allumni! 🤍

APPLICATIONS CLOSE TUESDAY

🔥 ONE FULLY FUNDED SPOT FOR IGNITE UP FOR GRABS!

Thanks to the continued support of Albert-Eden Local Board, one 18–25 year old living in the Albert-Eden area will have their programme fee covered for our next Ignite intake.

IGNITE is an 8-week music industry programme for rangatahi with streams in Event Management, Music Production and Event Production, combining 1:1 mentoring, workshops and hands-on industry experience.

📍 Albert-Eden area is: Pt Chevalier, Waterview, Mt Albert, Mt Eden, Kingsland, Balmoral, Epsom, Greenlane, Sandringham, Ōwairaka, Eden Terrace

Not in Albert-Eden? You can still apply! Ignite is open to 18–25 year olds across Tāmaki Makaurau. Scholarships available.

A huge thank you to Albert-Eden Local Board for their continued support of Ignite 💛

Applications close Tues 18 Aug → link in bio