ASK THE
MUSIC MANAGERS FORUM AOTEAROA
What is the Music Managers Forum ? Who do I contact to find out more ?
MMF Aotearoa is dedicated to growing and supporting artist managers and self managed artists . We do this by mentoring , networking , education and advocacy .
How do I become a member of the MMF ?
Its an easy process – just go to the website mmf . co . nz and click on ‘ join MMF ’ and follow the instructions .
http :// mmf . co . nz / register
Once I am a member what sort of benefits would I receive ?
Benefits for an MMF member include online resources and downloadable contract templates , free entry into most MMF events and training seminars , the one on one mentoring programme , entry fee discounts for selected music conferences , invitations to industry networking and music events and weekly newsletter with music industry and members news .
http :// mmf . co . nz / why-belong
Are Mentors available to members ?
One of our most popular benefits is the valuable one-on-one Mentoring Programme , where you can book in a series of one hour confidential sessions with any of our mentors .
The mentors come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences . We have experienced music managers , touring experts , producers , publicists and social media experts , who all offer their time and expertise to MMF members . The advice these mentors offer in the early stages of a project can be invaluable .
http :// mmf . co . nz / mentors
Do you have awards for the best Music Managers in New Zealand ?
The NZ Music Manager of the Year Award is presented as part of the Artisan Awards held by Recorded Music NZ in November .
http :// mmf . co . nz / awards
Lorraine Owen runs the day to day operations of MMF and you can contact her on
lorraine . owen @ mmf . co . nz
Can a self managed artist become a member ?
Yes , we have a large number of self managed artists who are solo artists or members of the band .
Do you have regular seminars ?
Throughout the year we hold a range of seminars including Back to Basics for our new members , Speed Networking Sessions ( past sessions include Radio Programmers , Festival Bookers and Orientation Bookers ), the annual Music Month Summit , and we also regularly travel a range of seminars into regional New Zealand .
Do I get to talk to other successful Music Managers ?
Yes , there are various opportunities to network with other managers at many industry events throughout the year .
As a New Zealand member are you able to link in with other Music Manager Forum groups internationally ?
The NZ MMF is part of the IMMF which has over 61 MMFs around the world . There are several IMMF meetings held throughout the year at various music trade fairs that any MMF member is welcome to attend . The NZ MMF is also part of the European Music Managers Alliance ( EMMA ).
For further information go to www . mmf . co . nz