THE management team behind One Direction, Little Mix and Olly Murs are on the hunt for a drummer for their soon to launch international boy band.

Modest Management, which is also behind Australian outfit 5 Seconds of Summer, is holding auditions at a secret location in Newcastle on Saturday, February 2.

The team is calling for teenagers between the ages of 15 and 18 from the region who believe they have what it takes to send a headshot and video performing before Thursday, January 31.

Successful applicants will be invited to the audition and will be in with a chance of being part of the band.

James Ellett, artist manager, said: “The North-East has produced some great artists over the years, including some of our very own such as Perrie Edwards and Jade Thirlwall from Little Mix.

“We are very confident we will find the perfect fit for our new and exciting project.

“The ideal drummer will need to be a great player, but also a very hard working, driven and ambitious individual, confident and outgoing, while being down to earth and honest.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person. We fully believe this band has the potential to make it to the very top of the game.”

Those interested should send a headshot, video, name, date of birth and contact details to talent@modestmanagement.com