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Hitmaker Fund is sponsored by PRS Foundation. Hitmaker Fund is a grant from PRS Foundation that funds career and writing or production development for songwriters and producers working in popular music genres across the UK.
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The Hitmaker Fund - PRS for Music Foundation The Hitmaker Fund offers an opportunity for songwriters and producers working in popular music genres to further develop their careers and writing/production with grants of between £5,000 – £10,000.
Launched in 2017 as a response to the long-term career needs of those working behind the scenes, The Hitmaker Fund (formerly The Writer Producer Fund) was initiated by PRS Foundation with BASCA Trust. The rebranded Hitmaker Fund is now delivered by PRS Foundation. Check deadlines before applying: click here Why is it important for the PRS Foundation to start a songwriter fund?
Songwriters and producers are at the centre of the music industry, creating the content the whole industry is centred around. Supporting the creation and performance of new music is at the heart of what the Foundation does. With The Hitmaker Fund we’ll be supporting the creation of new music by investing in talented writers and producers to help them build their careers at crucial stages.
Launched in 2017 as a response to the long-term career needs of those working behind the scenes, The Hitmaker Fund (formerly The Writer Producer Fund) was initiated by PRS Foundation with BASCA Trust. The rebranded Hitmaker Fund is now delivered by PRS Foundation.
The Hitmaker Fund fits alongside existent next step funds, PPL Momentum Fund and the International Showcase Fund, filling the gap of career development for writers and producers.
Read the Guidance and Apply Here Support for applicants with access requirements Hitmaker Networking Portal Click here to find out who has been funded through Hitmaker In Conversation with Hitmaker – Steph Marziano Click here for more opportunities for Music Creators
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Songwriters and producers working in popular music genres at crucial career development stages. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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