Industry Day 

What does it actually mean to "make it" in music today? Is AI a threat to creativity or a tool that frees it up? And how do you actually get paid fairly for your work? 

These are the questions shaping careers across the industry right now - and they're the questions we're answering in this year's Creative Future's Industry Day. This event is for young people looking to build a career as artists, creatives, or behind the scenes. Hear directly from industry professionals shaping the sector today, learn more about the industry 

This platform brings together Gloucestershire's creative community for connection, learning, and open discussion.

Panellists will be announced soon.

Panel 1 

Redefining Success: Building a Career on Your Terms

There's no longer one route into a music career, and there's no longer one definition of "making it." This panel looks at the full range of pathways artists are building today — signed, independent, portfolio, hybrid — and asks how artists (and the industry around them) should actually be measuring success.

Panel 2

AI in Creative Practice: How Do We Respond?

AI is now part of the creative landscape — that isn't really in question any more. The real question for artists and the wider industry is how to respond to it well. This panel looks at AI across the full creative process, not just music-making, but content creation, artwork/visual design, and the everyday efficiencies that free artists up to focus on the creative work itself.

Panel 3

What Is Your Work Actually Worth?

Most young artists learn the creative side early and the business side the hard way, and the business side isn't just "getting signed" anymore. This panel unpacks the many ways artists can actually monetise and negotiate the value of their work, and what a fair deal looks like across all of them.

When you book your ticket you'll be able to let us know you'd like a chance to take part in an A&R listening session. Slots are limited and we'll be in touch to let you know if you've been allocated one closer to the event. 

A complimentary lunch and refreshments will be provided. We look forward to welcoming you to The Music Works!

If you would like to book more than 4+ tickets please get in touch with creativefutures@themusicworks.org.uk

Getting here

Address:

The Music Works – Gloucester Hub,

2nd Floor Kings House,

27 St Aldate Street,

Gloucester,

GL1 1RP

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By train: Gloucester Railway Station is a five minute walk from the Hub. Exit the station, cross the main road towards the transport hub, walk through it, turn right into Kings Square, and continue straight ahead, The Music Works Hub entrance is on your right. Train times and tickets can be found via GWR.

By bus: Gloucester's main bus station is a two minute walk from the Hub, with regular services across the city and from surrounding towns including Tewkesbury. Exit through the transport hub, turn right into Kings Square, and continue straight ahead, the Hub entrance is on your right. Bus times can be found Stagecoach.

By car: There's no official drop off point, but a turning point on St Aldate Street sits around 50 feet from the entrance. The nearest car park is Kings Walk Car Park, two minute's walk away, with 12 blue badge bays and payment by cash, phone, online or app. Current charges via Gloucester City Council.

By bike: Racks are available in Kings Square, around 10 metres from the building.

Accessibility at the Hub

The Music Works - Gloucester Hub is built to welcome everyone. It includes:

• A lift to the second floor and step-free access throughout

• A Space for Change accessible toilet with winch and changing bed

• An accessible stage and powered doors

• A sensory room with vibroacoustic equipment which will be used as a quiet space during the evening

• Adjustable lighting for sensory sensitivities in every studio

• A range of instruments and interfaces for those who can't access standard equipment

• Hearing loop

If there's anything else we can do to help you feel comfortable on the night, just let us know.