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Open beta · Free · Ages 10–18
Artist Development Academy
A self-paced online program for young singers, rappers, songwriters, producers, and performers. Learn through readings, narration, creative activities, and quizzes.
- Format
- 100% online · Self-paced
- Course
- 27 narrated lessons · 4.5 hours
- Access
- Phone, tablet, or computer
No scheduled classes or weekly deadlines. Progress saves on the device you use.
Curriculum
Creative practice and industry knowledge.
Each module adds work to your Artist Development Portfolio. Start with identity and sound, then explore branding, media, rights, and release planning.
Artist identity
Define your purpose, message, values, audience experience, and 90-day goal.
Find your sound
Explore delivery, rhythm, production, themes, influences, and experimentation.
Creative practice
Develop songwriting, revision, collaboration, studio, and performance habits.
Build your brand
Shape an authentic visual system, photo direction, brand voice, and content pillars.
PR + media
Write a strong artist bio, prepare key messages, and practice interview responses.
Industry + rights
Understand teams, labels, distribution, music rights, contracts, and warning signs.
Release planning
Build a 30-day marketing plan, professional habits, budget, and next steps.
Portfolio + certificate
Bring the work together, pass the final assessment, and document your growth.
Lesson format
Read, listen, practice, and reflect.
Learn
Read a focused lesson with clear examples.
Explore
Study an artist example or real-world situation.
Practice
Complete a guided creative activity.
Check
Take a short quiz with immediate explanations.
Build
Add finished work to your portfolio.
Reflect
Record one lesson learned and one next step.
Final project
Your Artist Development Portfolio
Build materials to use in future applications, meetings, releases, and recording sessions.
- Artist Identity Statement
- Personal Sound Map
- Original Song Draft or Concept
- Short + Full Artist Biography
- Artist Brand Board
- Mock Media Interview
- Industry Pathway Map
- 30-Day Release Plan
- 90-Day Artist Action Plan
Complete the course.
Finish the modules, meet the quiz requirement, and complete your portfolio and closing survey to earn a certificate. Download your workbook and personal 90-day action plan.