Audio Active

Who we are

Since forming in 1999, AudioActive has built a unique community in Brighton and across Sussex. Our team of musicians and music lovers restlessly develop artists and reach the sort of arch young talents that so often fall through the cracks.

Everything we do is free to access. Out drop-in sessions, workshops, shows and social initiatives exist to enable young people and emerging artists of all backgrounds to fulfil their potential.

We are proud to have played a part in the journey of many Sussex musicians such as Rizzle Kicks, Celest, SpectraSoul, Frankie Stew & Harvey Gunn, ArrDee and many more.

Our culture and values

Our organisational values:

Restlessness – we don’t ever want to stand still. Music and technology are always evolving and we want to always remain relevant to the younger generation.

Innovation – Finding new ways to do things excites us and helps to push the boundaries of music and youth.

Courage – we’re not afraid to set ourselves ambitious goals, even if that means facing adversity along the way.

Ambition – We believe the potential of all young people to be limitless and will never discourage their ambition.

Inclusivity – Achieving equality in the music industry and in wider society starts by providing equal opportunities for all.

Progression – We work with young people and artists at every step of their journey, building relationships that last.

It’s all relative – Success means different things to different people. We judge our achievements and those of young people on a case-by-case basis.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity in our employment practices and procedures by respecting and valuing the positive impact a diverse workforce brings to our culture. We aim to avoid unlawful discrimination being suffered by our employees, job applicants, clients, customers, workers, or volunteers.

We will not discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion, or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership. These are known as "protected characteristics” and we respect these differences.

We ensure all our employees and all stakeholders are treated fairly, respectfully and without prejudice, so that they are able to maximise their full potential, and do not commit or are not subjected to unacceptable and unlawful acts of discrimination.

Our equalities work is guided by the Equality Act 2010 and other statutory requirements and good practice. We will strive to ensure that our work environment remains positive, free from harassment and bullying, and that everyone is treated with dignity and respect at all times in maintaining and sustaining equal opportunities and diversity in employment.