The programme features in-person and virtual workshops covering artist management, the music industry’s ecosystem, and advanced practical and professional skills.
The Saudi Music Commission has unveiled the “Music Compass” programme, a strategic initiative designed to strengthen music business management and professional career development within the Kingdom. The programme focuses on equipping practitioners with advanced skills to manage artistic careers and artists’ affairs, while creating more structured and effective career pathways that reflect the rapid expansion of the global music industry.
The initiative forms part of the commission’s broader efforts to enhance capabilities across the music sector, raise professional standards and adopt international best practices in talent and career management. By developing practical expertise, the program aims to support the advancement of artists’ careers, broaden employment opportunities and reinforce the sector’s long-term sustainability. It also seeks to enable Saudi artists and professionals to engage with global markets, contributing to a balanced and resilient music ecosystem in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
“Music Compass” will be delivered through a combination of in-person and virtual workshops and training sessions. The curriculum covers key areas such as artist management, the economic and infrastructural framework of the music industry, and advanced practical training that focuses on professional development tools and real-world skills.
According to the Saudi Press Agency, a select group of participants will be nominated to attend leading international music conferences and festivals. This exposure is intended to provide insight into global best practices while allowing participants to build professional networks with international experts and specialists in music business management.
The programme also includes partnerships with private-sector companies and non-profit organisations specialising in creative talent development. These collaborations are aimed at supporting the sustainable growth of music business management capabilities and strengthening Saudi representation at major international conferences and exhibitions. Through these efforts, the programme seeks to raise awareness of the Kingdom’s music sector and accelerate its development both locally and globally.
