Flexible Mentorship: Individual Lessons (New Technologies) provides a personalized framework for artists working at the intersection of sound, technology, and creative media.
Participants can use these sessions to deepen their technical knowledge, troubleshoot project challenges, or explore new tools and methods. Each mentorship is structured as a focused dialogue between the participant and ILINM Faculty, ensuring practical progress and meaningful creative development.

Session & Scheduling Details
Schedule: Flexible — sessions booked individually according to availability
Duration: Determined by the number of lessons purchased
Application Deadline: No fixed deadline (applications accepted year-round)

Who Can Apply:
Composers, musicians, sound artists, and multimedia creators seeking personalized mentorship in music technology, software environments, or creative sound practice.

Recommended Background:
Applicants should have a clear project or learning goal in mind. Prior experience with music technology or creative software is helpful but not required.

Application Process:
After submitting their application, candidates will receive an admission decision within 14 days.
In the application form, applicants are asked to complete the ILINM Faculty Selection section, listing their preferred instructors in order of priority. The ILINM team will assign faculty based on these preferences whenever possible.

Technical Requirements:
● A computer with a stable internet connection.
● A webcam and microphone for online sessions.
● Headphones or speakers for accurate sound monitoring.
● The ability to share and receive project files.
● Relevant software installed for your chosen focus (e.g., Max, Pure Data, Ableton Live, Reaper, or Spear).

Online Learning Guidelines:
To ensure a productive and engaging mentorship experience:
● Share relevant materials (patches, recordings, questions) with your faculty member at least 24 hours in advance.
● Join your session on time and ready to focus.
● Approach each session as a dialogue — open, exploratory, and solution-oriented.

Tuition Fee:
● 110 Euros per individual lesson
● Payment due within 7 days of receiving admission confirmation

Payment Methods:
● Credit/debit card via ILINM online payment system
● Bank transfer

Refund Policy:
● All payments are non-refundable
● Strict adherence to payment deadlines is required for participation in Academy activities

What can I use these mentorship sessions for?
You can focus on any goal involving music technology and digital creation. Common uses include learning a specific software (like Max or Ableton Live), troubleshooting a creative project, developing interactive systems, refining sound design, or getting expert feedback on your work.

Who are these lessons for?
They are for anyone working with sound and technology—including composers, musicians, sound artists and multimedia creators—seeking personalized guidance to advance their skills and projects.

How does scheduling work?
Sessions are completely flexible. After you are admitted to the program, you book individual lessons directly based on your schedule and the tutor’s availability.

What software can I get help with?
Our faculty can provide mentorship in a wide range of tools, including Max/MSP, Pure Data, Ableton Live, Reaper, and Spear, among others. You can specify your software focus in your application.

Is there a deadline to apply?
No. We accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the year, and you will receive an admission decision within 14 days.

What are the technical requirements?
You will need a computer with a stable internet connection, a webcam, microphone, headphones or speakers, and the relevant software for your chosen focus already installed.

How are tutors assigned?
In your application, you will list your preferred instructors and areas of focus. The ILINM team will match you with a suitable faculty member based on your goals and their expertise.

Is there a minimum number of lessons I need to book?
The program is designed to be flexible. You can start with a single session to address an immediate need or book multiple lessons for ongoing development.

Can I have lessons with more than one faculty member?
Absolutely. A key benefit of this program is the opportunity to receive guidance from multiple perspectives. You are welcome to book sessions with one or several different ILINM faculty members.

What do I need to prepare for my first session?
We recommend having a clear goal for what you want to achieve. Please send any relevant materials (e.g., score sketches, recordings, a project description, specific questions) to your faculty member at least 24 hours in advance to ensure a productive session.

What platform is used for the online lessons?
Our primary platform for live video lessons is Zoom. It allows for high-quality audio/video sharing, which is essential for discussing scores and audio playback. A dedicated Zoom link will be sent to you for each of your scheduled sessions.

What if I have technical issues during a session?
We strongly recommend testing your technology (internet, audio, video) before your session begins. In the rare event of a technical problem, our session coordinator will attempt to assist. However, as session time is limited and reserved for you, please ensure a stable connection. Persistent technical issues may result in the session being forfeited or needing to be rescheduled at the faculty member’s discretion.

What is your rescheduling and cancellation policy?
You may reschedule a session without penalty by providing at least one week’s (7 days) notice. Please contact our admissions coordinator directly to arrange a new time.
Please note that sessions canceled with less than 48 hours’ notice, or missed entirely, will be forfeited. All payments are non-refundable.

How do I pay for the lessons?
Payment is required in advance to secure your session(s). You can pay via credit/debit card through our secure online payment system or via bank transfer.

Are there any scholarships or funding available?
The Flexible Mentorship program is self-funded and requires payment per session; scholarships are not available for this specific program. However, we encourage you to visit the main ILINM Scholarships & Financial Aid page, as funding opportunities for students and artists are periodically offered through other institutional programs and partnerships.

Is there an application deadline?
Applications are accepted year-round, and you can apply whenever you are ready to begin your mentorship.

How long does the admission process take?
You will receive an admission decision within 14 days of submitting your complete application.

I have a question not listed here. Who should I contact?
Please feel free to contact our administrative team here. We are happy to help!