The Youth Music Awards is the biggest night in grassroots music, and for the past six years we have celebrated in London. However, 86% of our funding goes outside of the capital, equalising access to music for thousands of young people across the UK. So, we know how important and culturally relevant other regions across the UK are. That's why, in 2026, the Youth Music Awards is coming to the North-West. We can't wait to join our community there to celebrate the projects and people from across the region and beyond, in one of the world's most loved music cities.     

The Youth Music Awards 2026 are open to anyone who has been directly funded via the NextGen Fund or has taken part in a Youth Music funded project since January 2021.

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Content Creator Instagram

We’re looking for someone to cover the awards live on our Instagram Stories. You’ll be a confident social media user, with an in-depth understanding of Instagram. 

Working closely with our Communications Team and agency partners, you’ll capture the spirit of the event and ensure that all the key moments from the awards are covered. 

This year, we’re heading to the North West, so we’d especially love to hear from young creatives based in Liverpool and Merseyside, Manchester, Cumbria, Cheshire, and the surrounding areas.

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Content Creator TikTok

We’re looking for someone to cover the awards on our TikTok channel. You’ll be a confident social media user, with an in-depth understanding of TikTok and third-party editing apps such as CapCut.  

Following a brief, you’ll help tell our campaign story through capturing pre-planned content throughout the event. But importantly, you’ll also be constantly on the lookout for unexpected moments, then co-ordinating with team members and guests to bring them to life.

This year, we’re heading to the North West, so we’d especially love to hear from young creatives based in Liverpool and Merseyside, Manchester, Cumbria, Cheshire, and the surrounding areas.

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Event Runner

Working closely with our Engagement Team, you’ll help to make sure the event runs smoothly, from setting up the venue and working backstage to taking care of guests.

We’re looking for a highly organised, enthusiastic and versatile individual who can remain calm under pressure, deal with multiple tasks and think on their feet. We’re looking for someone with a friendly personality who can welcome our guests and represent Youth Music. 

This year, we’re heading to the North West, so we’d especially love to hear from young creatives based in Liverpool and Merseyside, Manchester, Cumbria, Cheshire, and the surrounding areas.

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