Celebrating the MT Apprentice Scheme

We're excited to celebrate the successful completion of two years of our apprenticeship scheme! We are taking a brief pause to explore new partnership opportunities, but are still on the lookout for experienced musicians.

I've gained some really useful knowledge in creating music for this project" - Lucas (MT Apprentice 2022)
"There is a lot to gain from the Apprentice scheme and simply doing what I love, writing music, is a win in my book! - Harry (MT Apprentice 2022)

What’s in it for you?

We are taking a brief pause in the Apprentice Scheme. However other opportunities are available to new writers. Check out our blog and partnership pages for more information.

The MT Apprentice Scheme provided an invaluable opportunity for new composers to develop their skills and careers in the music production industry. Here's what was included:

Mentorship:
- One-Year Mentorship: Each new composer was assigned a mentor with extensive experience in composition and the music industry.
- 1-2-1 Sessions: The mentorship included three one-on-one sessions where composers received guidance on composition, business development, marketing, and writing to briefs.

Educational Resources:
- Seminars and Workshops on key topics such as:
- Why Production Music?
- Writing to Briefs
- Mixing and Mastering
- Basics of Copyright Law
- Contracts
- Metadata
- Promotion

Practical Experience:
- Album Creation: Apprentices were expected to collaborate with us to write a minimum of one album consisting of 5-6 tracks. This album would be exclusively for MediaTracks use and distribution.
- Royalty Administration: If the album met our standards, MediaTracks would register it with the PRS and manage royalty payments.

Promotion and Exposure:
- Profile Development: Each new composer/artist received a professional profile, including biography writing and a showcase page on the MediaTracks website.
- Album and Artist Promotion: MediaTracks committed to promoting the album and artist via social media and our sub-publishers, actively seeking music placements.
- Industry Outreach: We also endeavoured to promote the music to the wider music industry, including radio stations, review sites, and sync managers.

This comprehensive programme was designed to equip new writers with the skills, knowledge, and exposure necessary to succeed in the competitive music production industry.

Andrea Martínez (she/her)

Andrea Martínez (she/her)

Andrea Martínez (she/her)

Andrea's versatility shines through her ability to compose, arrange, record, and mix music, reflecting her passion for c...

Juan Hernández (he/him)

Juan Hernández (he/him)

Juan Hernández (he/him)

Juan's compositions skillfully blend pop sensibilities with rich orchestral arrangements, taking listeners on an emotion...

Eric Simmons

Eric Simmons

Eric Simmons (he/him)

With a focus on textures and moods, Eric's musical style aims to transport the audience, invoking memories or inspiring...

Ben Moss (he/they)

Ben Moss (he/they)

Ben Moss (he/they)

Ben’s composition goals are to create hopeful and ethereal compositions while pushing boundaries of representation.

Mathias Levy

Mathias Levy

Mathias Levy (he/him)

Mathias finds inspiration in writing music that tells a story and evokes deeply felt emotions, paying especial emphasis...

Oscar Simons

Oscar Simons

Oscar Simons (he/him)

Oscar Simons is a composer who prioritises melody, collaboration, and elevating the visuals through his music.

Owen Francis

Owen Francis

Owen Francis (he/him)

Owen’s approach involves drawing inspiration from diverse genres and incorporating various creative techniques into his...

Past Apprentices album releases

Brand New Day

Brand New Day

MML396 - 5 Tracks

Laid-back indie grooves meet bright, melodic songwriting in this fresh collection of guitar-driven t...

Red Tide

Red Tide

MML347 - 4 Tracks

RECORDED IN LEEDS. Powerful stories of overcoming obstacles and finding strength. The lyrics are rel...

Nowhere At All

Nowhere At All

MML338 - 4 Tracks

RECORDED IN LEEDS. A fresh album for of stripped back, acoustic-based indie music for documentaries...

Crime Thriller

Crime Thriller

MML331 - 10 Tracks

RECORDED IN LEEDS. Dark & mysterious tones with a combination of high energy, hard hitting drum rhyt...

Spy Thriller

Spy Thriller

MML391 - 5 Tracks

Introducing "Spy Thriller", the pulse-pounding album from MT Apprentice, Thomas Carvell (he/him). Fe...

Indie Film Soundtrack

Indie Film Soundtrack

MML373 - 10 Tracks

An album by Pip Heywood, Indie Film Soundtrack is a gentle, quirky album, reminiscent of French Indi...

Dark Grooves

Dark Grooves

MML366 - 5 Tracks

RECORDED IN LEEDS. An energetic, original album of heavy tech house tracks perfect for sport, techno...

Dreamy Underscores

Dreamy Underscores

MML536 - 6 Tracks

RECORDED IN BOGOTA, COLOMBIA by MT Apprentices, Andrea Martinez and Juan Hernandez. This features co...

High Tension Paranormal

High Tension Paranormal

MML545 - 5 Tracks

RECORDED IN BATH, UK. High Tension Paranormal immerses listeners in an unsettling electronic soundsc...

Graveyard Spirits

Graveyard Spirits

MML487 - 5 Tracks

Immerse yourself in the chilling depths of "Graveyard Spirits" by MT Apprentice, Eric Simmons (he/hi...

Sonic Vistas

Sonic Vistas

MML531 - 5 Tracks

MT Apprentice, Oscar Simons, offers a mesmerizing journey into electronic realms. A combination of t...

Atmospheric Electronica

Atmospheric Electronica

MML465 - 5 Tracks

Sparse, minimal dark tension beds, pulsating atmospheres, and dreamy, ambient guitar synths. Floatin...