Producers Programme – CLOSED

Overview

New Producers Programme – a free 10‑week training course that introduces the craft of producing in a professional context. The course is delivered by China Plate and Newhampton Arts Centre and focuses on the practicalities of making, funding, distributing and promoting cultural projects.

• People aged 18+ living or working in the Black Country (Wolverhampton, Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall).
• Individuals with some experience in the arts but no degree requirement.
• Those who can attend in‑person sessions at Newhampton Arts Centre.

• Articulation of project ideas
• Project planning and budgeting
• Income generation and fundraising
• Marketing and social media
• Business management and inclusive practice
• Evaluation

• Ten‑week training course covering essential areas of producing
• Mentoring placement with an experienced professional
• Bursary to cover time commitment
• Opportunity to develop a piece of work for the 2025‑26 winter programme, with budget support

• Age 18 or over
• Lived or working in the Black Country (Wolverhampton, Sandwell, Dudley, Walsall)
• Some experience in an arts discipline (music, dance, theatre, visual arts, etc.)
• Ability to attend the 10 weekly in‑person sessions

Sessions run for 10 weeks, starting with a full day Saturday followed by Thursday evenings from April to June 2025 at Newhampton Arts Centre.

• Download the application form (Word), Equal Opportunities form (Word) and FAQ (PDF)
• Deadline:
  Midday Friday 28 March 2025
• Successful applicants will be notified by Monday 7 April 2025