Gamilaraay composer, vocalist and electronic artist Amelia Thompson (THOM) to receive the NATSIMO & SAE University College Production Scholarship for 2024.
Valued at over $30,000, the 2-trimester fully-paid scholarship will take place on Gadigal land, Sydney
Thompson is also recipient of 2024 APRA Professional Development Award in NATSIMO Youth Category
Gamilaraay composer, vocalist and electronic artist Amelia Thompson (THOM) has been announced as the recipient of the NATSIMO & SAE University College Production Scholarship for 2024.
Valued at over $30,000, the scholarship exists to meet the growing demand for skilled Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander producers and engineers within the music sector. It allows recipients to not just to excel as producers, artists, and creatives, but also to emerge as influential leaders in the Australian music scene.
SAE University College’s two-trimester Diploma of Audio Production offers participants unparalleled access to expert practitioners, alongside the latest tools and software, within a highly collaborative environment. THOM will undertake the course on Gadigal land, Sydney.
”An opportunity like this is huge as it opens an artist’s eyes up to a whole scope of creative and professional music training that can be hard to find on your own. I was a self-taught artist for the bigger part of my career and am hoping to really grow as a creative through this program. I am so excited about what this opportunity can bring forward for me and I am so excited to make the most of it.” said Amelia Thompson (THOM).
“Amelia's exceptional dedication and talent, already demonstrated across multiple facets of the music industry, uniquely qualify her as the perfect candidate for this opportunity. The 102827H Diploma of Audio Production delivered by SAE University College is set to provide a valuable platform for her to further refine her impressive skills,” said Nathaniel Andrew, Education & Special Projects Manager, NATSIMO.
“We eagerly anticipate observing Amelia's advancement through the program and are grateful for the chance to elevate the presence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander music creators within the industry.”
“We are thrilled to announce Amelia Thompson as the recipient of the NATSIMO & SAE University College Production Scholarship for 2024. This scholarship empowers recipients to deepen their technical expertise and industry insights through a specialised study program in Audio Production at SAE. As an emerging creative professional, Amelia brings a wealth of talent and vision to SAE Institute. By embarking on this exciting journey, we anticipate her forging meaningful connections within the SAE community and sharing her innovative creative endeavours with audiences locally and abroad,” said Sean Foran, Course Director in Music and Audio at SAE University College.
The scholarship is one of the NATSIMO's core initiatives, with previous producer scholarship recipients Blake Rhodes (Mr Rhodes) and Aodhan both broadening their skill set and opening up new career opportunities.
The opportunity is made possible through a partnership of NATSIMO and SAE University College.