
BECOME AN AFFILIATE.
Join the official Music-Performance Sports Affiliate Program and connect your brand, business, service, showcase, open mic, or competition with the growing MPS ecosystem.
The MPS Affiliate Program allows approved partners to promote their services to MPS-Athletes, gain visibility during official MPS games, and help create new pathways for independent artists to advance toward the SvS-US Championship.
Through our Affiliate Program, approved partners may:
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Promote products and services to MPS athletes and fans
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Advertise during official MPS competitions and broadcasts
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Receive featured placement on MPS digital platforms
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Participate in live MPS events and expos
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Become officially sanctioned qualifying events for MPS championships
The Affiliate Program serves as a bridge between music, business, sports-style entertainment, and artist development.
WHAT IS THE MPS AFFILIATE PROGRAM?
The Music-Performance Sports Affiliate Program is an official partnership initiative created to connect brands, businesses, entrepreneurs, and event organizers with the Music-Performance Sports community.
Affiliates can support independent artists, promote their services, advertise on MPS platforms, and participate in the development of a national competitive music-performance ecosystem.
TWO WAYS TO PARTNER.
1. Commercial Affiliate Partner
For businesses, brands, and entrepreneurs who want to promote products or services to MPS-Athletes, fans, and the independent music community.
Commercial Affiliates may include:
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Recording studios
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Producers
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Audio engineers
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Clothing brands
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Graphic designers
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Videographers
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Music marketers
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Entertainment attorneys
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Podcasts
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Media platforms
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Event vendors
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Lifestyle brands
Benefits May Include
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Featured listing on the MPS website
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Promotional placement during official games
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Social media promotion
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Sponsor and advertising opportunities
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Access to MPS-Athlete marketing campaigns
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Vendor opportunities at MPS events
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“Official MPS Affiliate Partner” recognition
2. Official Qualifier Affiliates
For organizers who host showcases, open mics, competitions, tournaments, or live music events.
Approved events can become official MPS Certified Qualifiers, giving their winner a direct pathway into the SvS-US Championship.
Official Qualifier Options
Organizations interested in becoming an Official MPS Certified Qualifier may join through one of the following partnership options:
Option 1: Annual Certification Fee
$75 Annual Affiliate Fee
Qualifier Affiliates may pay an annual certification fee of $75 to maintain official MPS Certified Qualifier status.
Includes:
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Official MPS Certified Qualifier designation
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Eligibility to award an SvS-US Championship roster spot
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Listing on the MPS Qualifier Calendar
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Official promotional graphics and branding
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Promotional support from MPS
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Access to official MPS competition standards and guidelines
Option 2: Revenue Share Partnership
10% Revenue Share Model
Instead of paying an annual certification fee, approved qualifier organizers may partner with MPS through a revenue-sharing agreement.
Under this option:
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MPS receives 10% of qualifying event revenue
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The organizer maintains official qualifier certification status
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The event remains eligible to award a roster spot into the SvS-US Championship
Revenue Sources May Include:
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Ticket sales
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Performer registration fees
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Sponsorship revenue
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Vendor revenue
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Livestream or broadcast revenue
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Event merchandise sales
Flexible Partnership Model
The MPS Affiliate Program was designed to support both emerging and established organizers.
This flexible structure allows organizers to choose the partnership model that best fits their event size, budget, and business goals while still participating in the official “Road to the SvS-US Championship” qualification system.
Qualifier Benefits May Include
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Official MPS Certified Qualifier status
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Winner receives a roster spot on the 64-player SvS-US Championship roster
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Listing on the official MPS Qualifier Calendar
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Promotional support from MPS
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Official MPS branding assets
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Access to MPS competition standards
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Recognition as part of the “Road to the SvS-US Championship”
ROAD TO THE SVS-US CHAMPIONSHIP
The MPS Affiliate Program creates a national qualification pathway for independent artists.
Approved showcase, open mics, and competition organizers may have their event certified as an official qualifier. The winner of an approved qualifier can earn a roster spot in the 64-player SvS-US Championship.
This gives local and regional artists a real opportunity to advance from the local/regional level to a national level within the MPS platform.
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
Commercial Affiliates
Apply if you are a:
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Brand
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Business owner
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Entrepreneur
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Music service provider
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Creative professional
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Media company
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Sponsor
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Vendor
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Artist-development service
Qualifier Affiliates
Apply if you organize a:
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Showcase
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Open mic
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Music competition
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Talent contest
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Performance series
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Festival
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Tournament
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Artist-development event
WHY PARTNER WITH MPS?
Music-Performance Sports is building a new career path for independent artists.
By becoming an affiliate, you can:
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Reach independent artists directly
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Build brand visibility in a new entertainment category
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Support artist development
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Promote your services during games and events
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Join a growing Music-Performance Sports ecosystem
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Help create business opportunities for emerging talent
AFFILIATE STANDARDS
All affiliates must be reviewed and approved by MPS.
Approved affiliates are expected to:
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Operate professionally
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Support independent artist development
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Follow MPS brand guidelines
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Maintain fair and ethical practices
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Respect MPS rules and eligibility standards
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Represent the Music-Performance Sports brand with integrity
MPS reserves the right to approve, deny, suspend, or revoke affiliate status.
BECOME PART OF THE MPS ECOSYSTEM
Whether you are a business looking to reach independent artists or an organizer ready to turn your event into an official championship qualifier, the MPS Affiliate Program gives you a powerful way to partner with Music-Performance Sports.
