Music Industry Jobs You Can Apply For Right Now

We always talk about doing what we love, but taking that first step can be difficult. If you've got dreams of working in the music industry, now is an exciting time. It's scary, unpredictable, and difficult, but it's exciting. The industry is changing, old rules are flying out the window and floating into space, and the companies are scrambling to find creative thinkers to help lead the music business in a new direction. Are you one of those people? Start applying.

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Gist of job: "With its broad roster of new stars and legendary artists, Warner Music Group is home to a collection of the best-known record labels in the music industry including Asylum, Atlantic, Cordless, East West, Elektra, Nonesuch, Reprise, Rhino, Roadrunner, Rykodisc, Sire, Warner Bros. and Word, as well as Warner/Chappell Music, one of the world's leading music publishers, with a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide.

"The Consumer Products, Brand Licensing and Retail Development department handles licensing the company's artists and brands within Warner Music Group Catalog Management and Licensing. We strategically build value through licensing relationships that will generate increased brand awareness, build consumer connections and extend the artists and/or brands to new heights

"Licensing Coordinator will assist and support the Senior Vice President & Head, Global Consumer Products and Brand Licensing, Warner Music Group."

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Gist of job: "Assist in pro songwriter studio sessions recording songs in Logic for US & Internationally for records, Film & TV, music publishing administration, digital media including iTunes Music Store, live video for youtube and some local live."

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Gist of position: "4AD is looking for an experienced publicist to work out of its New York office on US album campaigns."

This ideal candidate will:

– Demonstrate an understanding of growth and movement in the world of music and all aspects of media

– Liaise effectively with US + UK label staff on worldwide initiatives

– Work closely with in-house and outside publicists

– Possess strong communication skills with a demonstrated ability to speak in forums, meetings and presentations

– Demonstrate knowledge and interest in 4AD and its current artist roster + contemporaries

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Gist of job: "Assisting in finding new artists and helping them to craft their album. Interns are responsible for researching new artists through a variety of means, e.g., shows, radio play, blogs, charts, demos,etc. Provide basic administrative assistance including phone management."

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Gist of job: Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a roster of current artists that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars, as well as a vast catalog that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. Sony Music Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America.

Those Labels located in New York City under the Sony Music Entertainment umbrella include: Columbia Records, Epic Records, Legacy Recordings, RCA Records, RED Distribution, SONY Masterworks and RCA Inspiration.

We are currently looking for interns in the following departments:

Archives

A&R Administration

Artist and Repertoire

Creative Group

Digital Marketing

Finance

Human Resources

International Marketing

Music Licensing

Promotion

Production

Publicity

Sales/ Retail Marketing

Strategic Marketing

TV/ Film/ Soundtracks

Urban Marketing

Business and Legal Affairs*

(*Must be enrolled in Law School)

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Gist of job: Attend trade shows, identify fan-focused products, conceptualize product ideas, coordinate the ordering, labeling, display, and storage activities, coordinate with Sourcing Department to maintain internal merch website. Only 1-2 years of work experience and a bachelor's degree are required.

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Gist of job: "Domino is looking for a national radio plugger to join its in house promo team. The successful applicant must have an extensive knowledge of UK radio, a proven track record of working successful releases and established relationships at all appropriate stations. The ideal candidate will be articulate, persuasive, knowledgeable, sociable, a frequent gig goer and music lover."

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Gist of job: "Seeking a Booking Agent with experience booking music acts in the Urban/Hip-Hop and Pop genres. Candidate must be hard working, results oriented and focused on meeting company's goals and objectives. Experience booking a territory is a HUGE plus."

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Gist of job: "Music Marketing Startup Coast 2 Coast Mixtapes and Coast 2 Coast LIVE works to provide indie artists major opportunities with co-branded marketing campaigns with the biggest celebrities in the world. Get satisfaction from your sales bringing artists and brands together to provide effective promotion and watch as a final project is released and enjoyed by fans worldwide! There is nothing more satisfying than making your client famous and having a blast doing it!"

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Gist of job: "We are looking for an Account Executive who will aggressively hunt for business and sell with confidence, passion and integrity.  Our ideal candidate will drive business solutions and will understand clients' needs, moving their businesses, and ours, forward.  You will be responsible for revenue goals which include, developing existing business as well as developing new business."

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Gist of job: "Oversee all publicity strategies and implementation for entire roster of artists.  Set departmental goals and deadlines. Attend and contribute to executive meetings.  Oversee preparation of all press materials (bios, photos, press releases, etc.).  Pitch national and regional media for press coverage and TV appearances. Manage incoming press requests.  Handle artists at special events/parties, setting up photo opps, etc.  Service all press information.  Oversee corporate publicity internally and externally for label.  The Associate Director, Publicity reports to the VP, RCA Inspiration."

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Gist of position: "We are Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), a global leader in music rights management. Championing the songwriter, composers & music publishers, BMI collects license fees from businesses that use music and distributes those fees as royalties. Headquartered in New York but with our largest office proudly set in the in the heart of Music City in Nashville along Music Row, BMI has established a rich history in the music industry and are proud to have many long-term loyal team members. We strive to have a collaborative environment with team members who are committed to our mission - "To be the leading Performing Rights Organization in the United States and most trusted and respected copyright company in the world." Come join our winning team!"

"The collections representative position is accountable for collecting the maximum amount of overdue fees from customers according to the terms of each music performance agreement. The position also requires the collector to foster customer relations and facilitate fee-dispute resolution.  This requires interaction with licensing, accounting and audit representatives to resolve outstanding issues. Collection is performed via the use of dialer, preview/predictive, for customer contact and sending dunning letters some of which must be customized."

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Gist of job: Applicants are required to be able to lift 50 pounds, willing to travel, and have at least 1 year of experience at live events and/or concerts. You'll be working for a special events production company, who recommends the applicant to be either a freelancer or a college student due to the job's part-time nature.

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Gist of job: "The major responsibilities for this position will include (but are not limited to):

-Answering phones (incoming / outgoing / maintain call log, update business contacts)

-Maintaining Calendar (scheduling of meetings/events/reservations)

-Processing Expense reports and reimbursements

-Tracking and routing invoices

-Drafting correspondence and form documents

-Mail distribution and outgoing shipments (USPS, UPS, Fed Ex, Messenger, etc…)

-Maintaining digital and hard copy files (on-site) and off-site file preparation

-Basic internet research projects

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of related administrative experience, be a self-starter with a desire to learn, and possess excellent computer (Microsoft Office Suite, DiaLog, Adobe Acrobat) and communication skills."

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Gist of job: "Mixify is the never-ending electronic music festival where DJs stream live to EDM fans around the world. Tagline aside, we’re a fast-growing music+tech startup based in DUMBO, Brooklyn. Our goal is provide memorable experiences EDM DJs and Fans love; Because that’s what we love. We work with some of the most talented DJs/Artists in the world – including R3HAB, Datsik, Fedde le Grand, Carnage, The Crystal Method, Adventure Club, Arty, etc etc as well as festival companies like Disco Donnie Presents and MCP Presents. On top of that, we have a badass community of fans and DJs from around the world who we consider family.

"We’re looking for a Marketing / Community Manager who can execute partner campaigns, build Mixify’s brand, and continue to craft the Mixify voice. This person should love EDM. Someone who lives and breathes it, knows the latest releases, artists, and goes to shows. Bonus points if you DJ and know both technical (hardware/software) and cultural (you know the music that gets people moving) aspects of the the live scene."

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Gist of job: A Music Assistant at Warner Music Group will be required to a heavy amount of calls, schedule conference calls, help the manager, and confirm appointments. Candidates must also be well versed in Photoshop, PowerPoint, and be a good typist.

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Gist of position: "Interested in the music industry? Want to learn more about Universal Music Group? Our Educational Temp Program is a great way to gain real hands on experience and professional exposure. The Educational Temp Program is designed to provide motivated and interested students with knowledge of the music entertainment industry. Today’s students will become tomorrow’s leaders, and our goal is to provide these individuals with a meaningful, educational and fun work experience!

"UMG is looking for Educational Temps for the upcoming Fall semester to join a variety of our departments in the New York Area. UMG is the world’s leading music company with wholly owned record operations or licensees in 77 countries. UMG’s businesses also include Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), the industry's leading global music publishing operation.  We offer Educational Temp opportunities in various departments including (but not limited to): Marketing, Publicity, Advertising, Radio Promotions, Artist and Repertoire (A&R), New Media, Sales, Human Resources, Production, Creative, Soundtracks, Film & TV, Business Development, Finance, Licensing, Publishing, International, and Business & Legal etc."

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Gist of job: Public relations work for a Brooklyn-based boutique PR and media-management firm. As the listing suggests, "excellent written and verbal communications skills are crucial, as is deep knowledge of and passion for pop culture."

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Gist of job: Successful applicant is to contact artists and to get media rights from them. Deep knowledge and general enthusiasm for classical music is preferred. Note that the posting also warns that there may be "occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions," and there are no benefits as it's a two-year part-time, grant-funded position.

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Gist of job: "Individual will be responsible for arranging worldwide tours for orchestras and choirs. Knowledge of touring and ticketing is preferred. If you have a college degree and know foreign languages, that's just a bonus."