Applications are now closed
Pyramind is proud to announce a full scholarship for one deserving music producer! The winner will receive complete financial aid for tuition, books, materials, fees, and housing (optional) for Pyramind’s 12-month Electronic Music Producer program starting May 6th, 2019.
Over the past 14 years, Pyramind has trained thousands of aspiring producers, touring DJs, sound designers, game and film audio professionals. Now, that same life-changing opportunity is possible for someone who really deserves it and couldn’t do it without a scholarship.
Pyramind is looking for someone who aspires to a professional career in music, audio, and sound design. A producer who has the potential but not the means to train in San Francisco and fulfill a lifetime dream. A creator who has the drive, discipline, and desire to make incredible music.
Though this scholarship will only be offered to one applicant, runners-up can still win! We’re offering discounts on our new online program bundles and 1-on-1 live Mentorship sessions. So even if you don’t win the big prize, you can still win BIG.
First Prize Package (updating as new prizes are offered):
The main prize winner this year will also enjoy a (ahem) rather sumptuous pile of gear to maximize the experience at Pyramind! We’re grateful to our Industry Partners who’ve graciously donated this year! Keep your eyes on this page as new items get added to the final bundle. Prices/values are estimates and meant as a guide, not a hard figure (since prices can vary seller to seller)…
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Native Instruments: Komplete + M32 Keyboard
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McDSP: “Everything Native” software bundle
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AKG (Harmon): K712 Headphones
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Xfer Records: Serum Synth
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Spectrasonics: Omnisphere 2
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Roli: Cypher 2 Synth
More coming soon!
HOW TO APPLY
To qualify for this scholarship, you’ll need to be:
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Be at least 18 years of age or turning 18 during your studies at Pyramind (May 6th, 2019 to April 24th, 2020).
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Be a High School Graduate (or equivalent – GEDs qualify).
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Have a full and working knowledge of English as all classes are only instructed in English.
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Have a valid email address, mailing address, and phone number.
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If selected as a finalist, be able to have a video conference with Pyramind staff between March 18th and March 22nd, 2019.
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Be able to move to San Francisco. Pyramind will offer FREE housing but the winner may choose to decline if they find other accommodations.
Here’s what we’ll need for your application:
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Proof of High School Graduation as a PDF scanned and uploaded to the application form. This can be a college or high school diploma or transcript, GED, or international equivalent.
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A maximum 1000 word essay with your background and answering what Pyramind is going to do for you. Tell us about your musical and/or producing experience and where you see yourself in 5 to 10 years.
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A public video posted on Instagram tagging us (@pyramind_) with the hashtag #pyramindscholarship answering:
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Who are you as a person?
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Why do you deserve a scholarship from Pyramind?
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How will this change your life?
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A submitted mp3 audio file of your latest track (not the session). This can be something you DJ’d, song you’ve performed on, something you’ve written and/or produced. Links to SoundCloud are not accepted.
All applications are due by 10 pm Pacific Standard Time, Sunday, March 17th, 2019. We will announce the winner before Wednesday, March 25th. Note that if the May 2019 term fills with applicants, winners will be deferred to the September 2019 term.
If you have any questions, feel free to email scholarship@pyramind.com.