HYBE announced on the 7th that it will host the ‘2026 HYBE Next New Creator’ Producer Audition, seeking talented individuals to lead the global music market.
According to HYBE’s official website, the final successful candidates from this global **HYBE producer audition** will gain unparalleled opportunities to work with HYBE Music Group labels, including **Big Hit Music**, **Belift Lab**, **Pledis Entertainment**, **HYBE Japan**, and **YX Labels**.
This **producer audition**, specifically seeking **track producers specializing in pop music**, is open to anyone aged 19 or older, regardless of gender, experience, or nationality. Both individuals and teams are welcome to participate. Applicants should submit a demo file that best showcases their skills and artistic sensibility to qualify for this exciting opportunity.
The online preliminary application period runs from July 14th to August 12th. Final selected candidates will receive a **creative support fund of 5 million KRW** to further their musical endeavors.
HYBE has continuously expanded its **global competitiveness** by respecting the unique musical identity and creative autonomy of its various music group labels, providing optimized production support. Through the ‘Next New Creator’ audition, which has been held since 2016, HYBE has consistently strengthened its multi-label creative capabilities, fostering innovative **music creators**.
HYBE encourages all aspiring **music creators** who are seeking an opportunity to unleash their unlimited potential and talent to show great interest and submit their applications.

Notably, the labels participating in this audition house some of the biggest names in K-Pop and global music, including BTS, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, and kortis (Big Hit Music); ENHYPEN, ILLIT, and EVAN (Belift Lab); BUMZU, Hwang Min Hyun, SEVENTEEN, and TWS (Pledis Entertainment); and &TEAM (YX Labels).
