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Music piracy more popular than ever, according to new report

Music piracy in 2017 rose 14.7 percent over that of 2016, with 73.9 billion visits to music piracy sites worldwide, according to piracy data insight tracker MUSO’s 2017 Global Piracy Report. The annual report measures piracy from over 30,000 of the highest traffic sites for all formats – including web streaming, download and torrenting.

The report also found there were 300.2 billion visits to piracy sites last year, up 1.6 percent from 2016 when accounting for each sector, and the United States is the leading perpetrator.

Billboard highlights the facts that the music category’s 73.9 billion visits, MUSO’s data separates sites into five different distinctions: web streaming sites (30.5 billion); web download sites (21.2 billion); streaming ripping sites (15.7 billion); public torrent sites (6 billion) and private torrent sites (500 million). Notably, music piracy is heavily skewed toward mobile users: 87.13 percent of those visits overall were accessed via mobile, compared to just 52 percent for TV piracy.

“There is a belief that the rise in popularity of on-demand services such as Netflix and Spotify have solved piracy, but that theory simply doesn’t stack up,“ MUSO co-founder/CEO Andy Chatterly said in a statement accompanying the report. “Our data suggests that piracy is more popular than ever.”

The findings of the MUSO report support other reports on piracy in recent years. If you recall, a report posted on this blog a little under two years ago cited the piracy in 2015 as being the worse of all-time. That report respected the total rate of piracy to double by 2020 and – at least based on this report from MUSO – that appears to be what will happen.

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NEW JOB: The Detroit Pistons are hiring a Booking/Entertainment Coordinator

The Detroit Pistons, who recently moved into a brand new arena, are seeking a vital member of the team that will assist with fulfilling department goals of a premiere live entertainment organization. Expected to consistently be engaging current promoters, new promoters and show partners through efficiency, quantifiable results and strong communication. The booking/entertainment coordinator is responsible for providing administrative and booking coordination support to the organization. Click below for more information.

Key responsibilities:

  • Assist in the development of creating preliminary break-even reports to be reviewed by the Executive Team.
  • Interface with agencies, promoters and integral departments to assist in maintaining master calendar of events for all venues.
  • Assist executives in high-level corporate planning through the organization of company-wide strategic planning, scheduling of the NBA calendar and the development of organizational goals and objectives.
  • Update and maintain internal and external documents, including running ticket sales, venue availability, event pipeline and voucher reports.
  • Assists the 313 Presents Executives in day to day administrative support, communication, reports, scheduling, client entertainment and hospitality.
  • Create and maintain all event files, which contain any and all information/communication pertaining to events. Prepare contracts for all events as directed.
  • Work directly with the Corporate Partnership team to fulfill sponsor contract requirements during summer concert season.
  • Coordinate with department executives to plan, purchase and distribute seasonal gifts for all Entertainment VIPs.
  • Update and distribute Ticket Reports (internal, Pollstar summaries, Arena Network Reports.) · Create/update “Budgeted Event” reports.
  • Prepare booking sheets for confirmed events. Distribute to relevant departments. · Deliver cash requests, check requests, and other invoices to Accounting as directed.
  • Collect and process all invoices for the department and individual events.
  • Organize, oversee and be fully responsible for the internal ticket buy program for the Booking Department.
  • Manage comp card requests, approvals and recording within database.
  • Monitor insurance and contract compliance for events (deposits, signed contracts, etc.). Provide weekly tracking and status reports of insurance and contracts for all venues.
  • Create and distribute presentations as needed.
  • Create and process expense reports as needed
  • Create and update weekly sales comparisons for present and past shows to track sales
  • Maintains knowledge of industry trends
  • Execute other duties as assigned by supervisors

Is this the right job for you? Click here and apply today!

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Music Industry Job Board (March 26, 2018)

New openings:

Manager, Urban Artist Development (WMG – NYC)

Artist Development works closely with every department to put together artists’ day to day activities and travel arrangements. Making sure the company and management are all in agreement on where the artist is and the work that is being done. Having a close working relationship with agents and promoters to help find new touring and event opportunities for our artists.

Manager, Marketing Music (Netflix – Los Angeles)

The Netflix marketing legal team is hiring a seasoned manager of music to manage music clearance for Netflix’s Marketing and PR teams.Our Marketing and PR campaigns are a key part of Netflix’s ongoing success, and music is core to those campaigns. Working closely with the existing marketing music team, the company’s Music Group and stakeholders in the Marketing and PR organizations, the successful candidate will be comfortable working through a wide range of music clearance matters. Keeping in mind the strategic goals of the company and understanding the broader legal implications of each music deal is paramount. This includes working across various types of media in all kinds of integrations, having great relationships in the music industry and knowing how to keep forward momentum in the fast-moving world of marketing and PR. Helping find song owners (no matter how obscure), digging into challenging negotiations, and facilitating the marketing and PR teams music use.

Marketing Analyst (WMG – Burbank, CA)

The Data & Analytics team is responsible for providing insight, research & analysis within Warner Bros. Records in order to drive business and provide better day to day decision making.

Marketing Manager (DSP Shows – Ithaca, NY)

The Marketing Manager is responsible for marketing a large portfolio of events presented by DSP Shows across upstate New York and New England. This individual will work directly with the partners to create and implement marketing strategies for shows in venues ranging from 200 capacity clubs to 7000 capacity amphitheaters.

Analyst, Finance (WMG – Los Angeles)

This role will give excellent insight into what it takes to run a multinational business in a fun industry. Your ability to learn from working closely with senior management and an experienced finance team will be unmatched elsewhere. The exposure you will get to working alongside senior finance will be unparalleled and could be a launching pad for a very long and successful career. You will be joining a company that is in the early stages of turning itself around led by a dynamic management team. You will get to work in a brand new office building with amazing people across all aspects of the music business.

Event Coordinator Assistant with Performing Arts Theatre (Heart And Soul Theater – Woodbridge, VA)

Heart and Soul Theatre for performing arts is seeking people part-time who have an interest in assisting with community theatre marketing and planning for family events. If you have a love for organizing events filled with drama, music, and dance performances, this may be the right position for you. The position involves working with community organizations, marketing and managing outreach efforts. Two years of event coordination experience preferred.

Head of Listener Marketing (Pandora – Oakland, CA)

Pandora is seeking a Head of Listener Marketing to evolve and reenergize Pandora’s focus on our Listeners first and foremost. This leader will drive the listener marketing roadmap and strategic vision for Pandora by creating and executing marketing programs that reaccelerate listener growth and increase brand relevance. Pandora’s dominance in streaming music creates an unprecedented opportunity to seamlessly blend the world’s largest Personalized Music experience with On-Demand Listening. This marketing leader will evolve Pandora through innovative digital, social and mobile marketing that highlights the product and content offerings, along with the artists and other content creators. The role is located in our Oakland, CA office and will report to the Chief Marketing Officer.

Booking Agent (WBA Entertainment – Hermitage, TN)

A Booking Agent, works in the music industry to book performers for concerts, gigs and other live music performances. They often schedule performances and negotiate with the artists directly or with booking representatives or producers to arrange terms of contract, dates, and fees.

Administrative Assistant, International Marketing (Sony – NYC)

The Administrative Assistant will be involved with all aspects of project marketing and will be responsible for providing administrative support to the VP of International Marketing.

Record Label Intern (Rebel Engine Entertainment – Nashville, TN)

Rebel Engine Entertainment is a small, independently owned label working with rising country artists.

Rebel Engine is looking for interns for an immediate start date who have a passion for country music and the craving to learn more about the music industry in a very hands-on, fast-paced environment. The benefit of working with a small label like Rebel Engine is the opportunity to take on responsibility and be an essential team member.

WRKR Morning Show Host (Townsquare Media – Kalamazoo, MA)

107.7 WRKR Kalamazoo’s Rock Station is looking for our next Morning Superstar for the first time in 6 years! We need someone to partner with our host of 28 years Mike McKelly on our Morning Team. You must be willing to be a part of a high profile, high intensity, entertaining, LIVE and LOCAL morning show that wins. We are NOT looking for a punch in and punch out employee. We are looking for a morning show co-host that has a strong passion for radio and community.

Music Enthusiast (Heid Music Company – Green Bay, WI)

Heid Music is looking for a full-time Retail Sales Music Enthusiast to join our Green Bay, WI team. We select team members that share our value of providing “Bravo” customer service as well as our passion for making music.

Executive Assistant for Head of Music (Dreamworks TV – Glendale, CA)

DreamWorks TV is currently seeking an executive assistant to support the Head of Music. Candidates must be self-starters who have an extreme attention to detail. Individuals will be expected to field all calls for the department, manage heavy meeting schedules, coordinate travel, download assets, data entry for music trackers and cue sheets, and create monthly music mixes. Professionalism and discretion is a must as the role interacts with many different departments and individuals, including talent, of all levels in and outside of the company.

Music Manager for Artist, Producer & Songwriter (Major Influence – Baltimore, MD)

Seeking a music manager to work with a small team of music professionals for the sake of maximizing an artist career. Music manager will work closely with artist, handling tasks such as ‘shopping’ production, booking creative performances, overseeing marketing efforts, assisting fiscally, negotiating and signing contracts, and managing all other aspects of the business side of music performance. Musician management should have strong communication skills to deal with artists, executives, and everyone in between. In addition, the manager will also play a role in helping musician keep a positive attitude in an extremely competitive and difficult industry. Join our team and make a living doing what you love!

Part-Time Production Assistant (Cumulus Media – Nasvhille, TN)

Nash Campus, Nashville, TN is searching for a Part-time Production Assistant for the syndicated Ty, Kelly and Chuck morning show. We strive to hire people who are passionate about radio, driven, resourceful and problem solvers who have the ability to drive the evolving, diverse culture of the Power of Radio to success. The successful candidate knows we work in the entertainment business and takes pride in the success of their On-Air talent.

Ty, Kelly and Chuck is morning that airs on 49 radio stations around the country each weekday morning. The Production Assistant helps to organize, conceptualize and develops topic, features and guests for Ty, Kelly and Chuck that represents the lifestyle and interests of the show’s listeners. They also partner with the show’s hosts, the show’s Executive Producer and others to create engaging content, increase listenership, and enhance subscriber satisfaction and passion. The production assistant will assist the Executive Producer with the daily technical operation of the show as well as keeping the show’s social platforms relevant and up-to-date.

Production Manager (BSCENE Magazine – Tyler, TX)

BSCENE is looking for a Production Manager who will report directly to the Managing Editor.

On Air Talent (Townsquare Media – Cheyenne, WY)

Townsquare Media Cheyenne has an opportunity to host the morning show on 106.3 Cowboy Country. If you have an outgoing personality and enjoy entertaining we want to talk with you!

Applicants must be social media savvy, regularly contribute content to the station’s website and YouTube channel, and the successful candidate must be able to connect and engage with the station’s target audience by keeping up with relevant music trends and pop culture.

Artist Manager (A Starr Entertainment LLC – Brooklyn, NY)

We’re looking for an experienced New York based music manager to begin immediately.

We are looking for someone with an established network within the music and entertainment industries, a proven track record of success with other popular music acts, and a strong reputation for client service.

The role will focus on the promotion of the artist’s profile and debut album, booking shows across New York City, & other regions of United States, and the daily management of their business affairs.

Music Industry Internship (Creed Management – Los Angeles, CA)

If you’re looking to work in the music industry this is the perfect job to get started. I run an independent artists management agency and I’m looking to hire two interns. The internship is unpaid for the first four months and paid moving forward. If you work hard and have high energy you will be hired and apart of the team. Lunch will be provided everyday. More details about the internship will be explained via email and phone. Thanks.

Booking Agent (Tama Industries – Austin, TX)

Tama Industries is an American record label Owned and established by Dynasty Holland. Tama Industries became the home to 3 sub-labels Organized Royalty, Live&Dream Productions and Profound Records. Tama Industries also holds a TV Network, Radio Station and a Home Studio.

We are looking for a few Booking Agents, our agent works in the music industry to book performers for concerts, gigs and other live music performances. They will schedule performances and negotiate with the artists directly or with booking representatives or producers to arrange terms of contract, dates, and fees. They may also audition new talent. You may specialize in independent bookings in a particular musical genre such as Rap& Hip-Hop, chamber music or rock or pop music. Our Artist Booker or Booking Agent may even sponsor, manage and produce the whole event.

Our Booking Agent is responsible for booking live performances including concerts, gigs, tours and radio and TV performances for artists, bands, DJs, choirs, orchestras and other musical ensembles. They are responsible for developing the musicians’ or artists’ career with regard to their live performance. A Booking Agent, or Artist Booker, will work closely with the artists’ management, promoter and our record company.

On-Air Talent (Radio One – St. Louis, MO)

Competently and professionally provide continuity and surveillance information in a professional, knowledgeable and entertaining way and will be active in pre-show strategy and execution.

Band / Artist Manager (Audio Force One – Los Angeles)

Audio Force One is looking for an experienced remote music manager to begin a 6-week contract immediately, with the possibility of extending to a full time.

We are looking for someone with an established network within the music and entertainment industries, a proven track record of success with other popular music acts, and a strong reputation for client service.

Entry Level Executive Administrator (TOURTech – Raleigh, NC)

This position is based in our Raleigh office headquarters. The core duties of this role are to provide administrative support to the executive members of our team. This will include project-based tasks, data entry, market research, calendar management, various correspondence, document filing, travel logistics, and general management of phone inquiries. This role will contribute to our client services efforts with client appreciation and recognition. General office admin duties will also be assigned to this role.

Part-Time Assistant (BMI – Los Angeles)

This role will assist the Director of Media Relations in various capacities for the LA office in support of the Latin Creative and Film & TV Creative teams. The candidate will be self-motivated, quick-thinking, and able to juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities with a strong emphasize on organizational skills and attention to detail.


Older posts (7+ days)

Coordinator, Anti-Piracy/Content Protection (WMG – NYC)

We’re looking for someone who thrives on searching the depths of the internet to find when and where unreleased music first pops up. We want someone to help our artists maintain control of their release plans. This person will be the next piece in building a world-class anti-piracy unit.

Coordinator, A&R (Sony – NYC)

The Coordinator is responsible for providing full administrative support to the NY based Co-Heads of A&R.

Assistant Program Director (WIOD/WINZ – Miramar, FL)

Shadows and supports Program Director in all aspects of radio station’s on air experience including: talent, content, tone, programming, production, sound & theme, and online presence.

Vice President Content Development (Fathom Events – Los Angeles, CA)

As one of the key entry points into the company, this position will provide guidance to potential partners for leveraging and monetizing content and events in the cinema. This position is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing and maintaining strong relationships and securing deals with new partners. The Vice President–Content Development must demonstrate valuable knowledge of the media ecosystem and industry and have a proven track record of delivering solutions-based results and deal making in support of overall company objectives.

The Vice President–Content Development will be able to switch between establishing high-level strategic vision and managing day-to-day implementation of initiatives without losing sight of priorities, goals and budgets. This position will be a key leader for the company and will be responsible for driving a culture of collaboration across all departments and levels of the organization.

Manager, Urban Artist Development (WMG – NYC)

Artist Development works closely with every department to put together artists’ day to day activities and travel arrangements. Making sure the company and management are all in agreement on where the artist is and the work that is being done. Having a close working relationship with agents and promoters to help find new touring and event opportunities for our artists.

Assistant Director Interlochen Presents, Production (Interlochen Center for the Arts – Interlochen, MI)

Interlochen Center for the Arts, one of America’s most prestigious institutions for arts education, performance and fine arts seeks to hire an Assistant Director of Interlochen Presents-Production. This position is part of a collaborative production team and is responsible for creating and managing all aspects of institutional production needs for performance/rehearsals of student, faculty, guest artist, and rental events.

Publicist / PR (Blossom Entertainment – Los Angeles, CA)

Blossom has an immediate need for a self-motivated and enthusiastic publicist with PR, marketing, sales and business development experience. The position requires hands on public relations experience, working within the music industry. You will collaborate closely with the founders of Blossom who require a hard-working, business minded go-getter who is able to thrive in a fast paced and ever-changing work environment with the skill-set to manage multiple campaigns. Must have connections within the industry to establish music premieres, features, interviews and playlists with taste-makers, editors and writers. Areas of competence include paid ads, traditional/digital PR, social media, newsletter/email blasts and branding. Salary based on experience, sales, commission and closing inbound leads.

Social Media Content Producer (GMR Marketing – New Berlin, WI)

As part of the Digital Group, the Social Media Content Producer will be responsible for the strategy, development and execution of compelling stories stemming from the connections GMR creates around experiences. Focusing primarily on live coverage, the role will lead the concept and copy development for GMR’s social storytelling including sports & lifestyle sponsorships, and influencer activations. This position will report to the VP, Digital + Social on the Digital Solutions team.

Digital Content Producer, Entertainment (SiriusXM – NYC)

The Digital Entertainment Producer has a love for all things pop culture: TV, movies, comedy, pop music and internet. This candidate knows how to shoot and edit video optimized for social media, as well as manage daily posting and ongoing strategy for a Facebook account. This producer can write strong/concise social copy on any platform and blog posts for our weekly newsletter. The individual in this role can work quickly and carefully under deadline, excels at developing relationships with colleagues and talent, and quickly adapts to the ever-changing social/digital environment.

Digital Producer (WQXP – NYC)

This position reports to the Senior Producer, NYPR Music and will be responsible for managing an extensive team of inspired hosts and contributors with diverse musical tastes on building their radio and online programming and expanding their social profiles. The ideal candidate will have years of experience developing far-reaching social strategies around diverse personalities and musical thinkers that reach millions of monthly listeners; will work to channel the diverse corners of the New York new-music scenes into a cohesive radio station and website unified by personality, discovery, and companionship; will have responsibilities ranging from the operational, social, and music-tech.

Talent Buyer (Gypsy Sally’s – Washington D.C.)

Gypsy Sally’s, a prominent, independent live music venue in Washington DC, is seeking an experienced self-starter who is passionate and motivated about independent live music. Like us, you have an entrepreneurial spirit that is imaginative, innovative and forward thinking. You don’t need to be told not to settle for the status quo, but you are flexible when necessary and firm when it counts. You have a wide range in musical tastes and are fluent in Jam Band, Americana, Blue/Jamgrass, Funk, Country (the good kind), Indie Folk, etc.

Music Writer Interns (Roots Magazine – Nashville, TN)

Roots Magazine is a music publication which focuses on Americana and Country music within the industry. We are looking for music lovers that are looking for a career in music publications. If you ever wanted to write for a magazine, this could be your chance. We are looking for music loving writers to contribute album reviews, interview artists, cover and write about specific music festivals and live performances of artists. Must have the ability to write and engage an audience with your words. Interns must be able to meet deadlines and take direction.

Creative Imaging Director (Cumulus Media – Chicago, IL)

The right candidate will pull together & create several different areas of audio content for distribution on our various platforms. This is a fast paced, quick of thought & wit position. You will work hand in hand with our incredibly talented VO and Imaging guru Dan Stone to create strong theatre of the mind messaging magic.

Manager, Creative Music Integration (Viacom – Hollywood, CA)

The Manager of Creative Music + Licensing Strategy will work with VP to manage the use of music within Viacom content (MTV, VH1, Logo, Comedy Central, BET + International) from a creative licensing POV, working closely with Production, Development, Music Talent Department, Brand Creative, Digital, Social, MML and the Music Services team.

SNR Executive Producer / On Air (iHeartMedia – Pittsburgh, PA)

Creates, directs and produces highly regarded shows and programs in one or more radio stations.

Prime Time On-Air Talent (WYNN-FM – Florence, SC)

How would you like the opportunity to represent the top Urban radio brand in Florence, SC? WYNN-FM is searching for an experience and energetic on-air talent that enjoys being involved with the local community.

Music Coordinator (Songtradr – Santa Monica, CA)

Are you a music tastemaker and want to help correct problems with today’s music industry? Do you obsess over current music trends? Do you like to help solve customer’s problems? Do you want to be directly involved in the success of the company you work for? Do you enjoy being part of a team and have a positive attitude?

If this is you, come join our growing team! We are the fastest-growing music licensing marketplace and artist site in the World. Please send us your resume and cover letter explaining why you would make a great addition to our staff. A cool and inspiring team is waiting for you!

Program Director (KZCH – Wichita, KS)

CHR – Channel 96-3 – KZCH – Wichita, KS. iHeartMedia Wichita is looking for their next CHR Program Director and PM Drive Talent . Are you ready to make your next move and grow your Program expertise? Do you have mad passion for radio and willing to take direction, work in a fast paced environment and stay the course until the job is done? Excellent On-Air delivery, Minimum 2 years’ experience on G Selector and imaging skills are a must. Do you eat, drink and breathe Social media? You’ll need to be on point with your street presence, have street smarts, and be willing to drive revenue. Must also have promotional skills and vision. A minimum of three years’ experience in a competitive commercial radio environment are required. Do you have what it takes?

Part-Time Music Researcher (BMI – Panama City, FL)

Occasional part-time hourly work with hours ranging from 0-25 hours per week depending on availability of assignments. Work consists of music and market research in businesses in various states. Assignments include onsite research in businesses during late evenings, including weekends, and may require travel and overnight stay. Assignments also require completion of detailed reports following on-site visits.

Assistant Program Director/On-Air Talent (Radio One – Charlotte, NC)

To competently* and professionally* optimize all music elements; assist with administration duties in the Programming Department. To competently* and professionally* provide continuity and surveillance information in a professional, knowledgeable and entertaining way and will be active in pre-show strategy and execution while staying within the negotiated job responsibilities at all times.

Independent Label Relations Representative (Apple – Culver City, CA)

The Independent Label Relations Representative is responsible for managing relationships, developing content and maximizing revenue opportunities for independent label partners. This role works cross-functionally to facilitate business and operational needs, with the ultimate goal of identifying and driving mutual growth opportunities.

Coordinator, A&R Administration (UMG – NYC)

The Coordinator, A&R Admin, will act as the liaison between A&R, artists/management and all participants of the recording process to ensure the successful and timely delivery of album releases by successfully accomplishing all responsibilities.

Catalog Specialist, Amazon Digital Music (Amazon – Seattle, WA)

The Digital Music Operations team is responsible for generating content for Amazon’s various digital music services. Our goal is to build technologies and processes that create distinctive products for our customers and services for our label partners.

The Digital Music Operations team manages the global digital supply chain of content, from partner deliveries to publishing on Amazon’s storefronts and devices. The Catalog Specialist is responsible for supporting the Digital Music experience through creating and upholding metadata standards. This includes managing the daily quality control of content, prioritization of work queues, and auditing and editing music metadata.

If you love music and want to be a part of the Digital Music revolution – this is the place to start!

Music Enthusiast (Heidi Music Company – Appleton, WI)

Heid Music is looking for a part-time Retail Sales Music Enthusiast to join our Appleton team. We select team members that share our value of providing “Bravo” customer service as well as our passion for making music.

Music Enthusiasts are critical to Heidi Music’s success in creating and maintaining a “Bravo” customer service experience. This position builds and maintains relationships by assisting customers in the selection and purchase of Heidi Music’s musical merchandise. Music Enthusiasts also get involved in our many community and school events promoting music to people of all ages.

Rap Music Talent Manager (SORS MEdia – Los Angeles, CA)

We are searching for the right Talent Manager to Represent two of our Rappers; the Artists are signed at our Talent Management Company: SORS Media, LLC. We are seeking the right Talent Manager who has the experience and understanding with the background and skill sets and KNOWLEDGE of what a Talent Manager does on a daily basis with Talent and how to work within a company structure, as well as, being able to follow our processes on a daily basis.

Music Festival Intern (Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival – Charlottesville, VA)

Planning is underway for the 19th annual Festival, and we are seeking a college intern to work alongside the Festival Manager, ideally from May-August. While it’s an unpaid internship, we cannot stress how hands on and insightful this internship is, as you will essentially observe and contribute to a Festival from start to finish (what a fabulous resume booster and letter of recommendation opportunity). It’s an ideal role for an undergraduate student with experience and passion for music events and marketing who can potentially come back for some of our performances in September. We’re looking for someone who can come into the office 3 times a week, but we are willing to work around our ideal candidate’s schedule.

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Another infamous leaker is going to prison

A California man has been sentenced to five years in prison for operating what prosecutors believe to be some of the most successful illegal music sharing sites in the world.

Artur Sargsyan, 30, owned and operated Sharebeast.com, AlbumJams, and other websites. Prosecutors say his file-sharing infrastructure allowed the illegal download of about a billion copyrighted musical works from at least 2012 through 2015.

Prosecutors say Sargsyan received more than one-hundred RIAA takedown requests for content hosted and promoted through his sites but chose to ignore the claims. Sargsyan pleaded guilty in September to criminal copyright infringement for private financial gain. In addition to the prison term, the judge ordered him to pay $458,200 in restitution and to forfeit nearly $185,000.

There was a period when the Haulix team would regularly catch pirates attempting to share leaked music through sites owned by Sargsyan. This story is further proof that MUSIC PIRACY DOES NOT PAY. In fact, it hurts everyone involved.

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Be your own archivist

Last month, as with many months previous, the world lost a great music blog. The name does not need to be repeated here because the site and everything it ever contributed to the scene it supported has already been scrubbed from the internet. The reason for this could be one or more of many things, from costs to a pure desire to be done with music blogging altogether, but regardless — what’s done is done, and it cannot be undone for any amount of money.

Websites, like anything else, are not infinite. All music blogs will eventually cease operations, and in time the people responsible for their hosting fees will inevitably choose to save a few bucks and delete their site for good. When that happens, all the site’s content will be erased, and everyone who contributed will lose any proof of their work having ever happened. The world will keep spinning, bloggers will keep blogging, and those who gave up their time to help build a community will have nothing to show for their work.

Instances like this happen all the time in music, as well as other areas of business. Contributors and employees place the burden of documenting and preserving their work on their employers only to realize the error of their ways after it is too late to make a change. Bands and artists face something similar. Many performers believe their dream of performing will never stop, so they never think to keep all the little things that serve as proof they put in the work, saw the world, or otherwise lived their life. When the bubble of popularity bursts — and it always does — those careless performers are left clinging to fading memories of moments now long gone. People don’t care because no one remembers what was done, nor is there lingering evidence it mattered.

Maybe you don’t care about remembering everything you did, but you should be concerned with your ability to prove your level of experience. This is why maintaining a personal archive of accomplishments and passion projects is so immensely important to your development as a professional. You have to be able to show your work, not to mention your talent, on a moment’s notice. Relying on someone or something else to track your activity is lazy and a foolish. Others may benefit from your work, but at the end of the day your work is and always will be most valuable to you. Don’t take it for granted.

There is a market for this kind of thing. Over the last several years some companies have begun promoting tools and services designed to preserve digital content for future use/reference. These businesses may be tremendous and well-intentioned, but they are still an outsider to your personal journey. Use them if you like, but you should also keep offline archives as well. Save each story or accomplishment that matters to your own device, as well as an external storage device, just so that it exists regardless of what happens online. The internet is unpredictable, as is all technology, so you need to go to great lengths to ensure the continued existence of your creative output.

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What to do when someone writes about your music

Gaining the attention of blogs and their readers is no easy feat, especially for unsigned talent with little-to-no history. You can write the best songs and have the most beautiful videos, but if you do not know how to network and pitch yourselves no one will ever learn about your talent. Once they do, however, there will only be a small window of time for you to capitalize on having won a moment of their attention, and this afternoon we’re going to learn what you should do in the hours after first receiving media attention.

1. Take time to celebrate, but realize there is still a lot left to accomplish.

I was never in a band that became popular enough to appear on sites like Absolutepunk or the like, but I would be lying if I said I didn’t spend many nights wishing one of the influential tastemakers of the scene mentioned my efforts in their publication. If your music/video/album gets covered, celebrate! You’ve taken yet another step towards your goal of a career in music, and while it’s certainly not enough to pay the bills, it does serve as a potent reminder other people in the world care about your art. Don’t take that for granted.

2. Tell everyone in the world about the news (and ask them to share it).

This one probably goes without saying, but the unwritten rule of exposure on music outlets is that the band featured will publicly share and/or promote the publication’s content once it’s live. Don’t just share the link to stories with fans, but ask them to share it as well, and don’t be afraid to request they comment on the post if time allows. Sites that see a bump in traffic or discussions from coverage of your band are more likely to cover your music again in the future because they believe there is a value to your content that other unsigned acts cannot provide. To show them that value you will need the help of your fans, and it’s up to you to sell them on sharing your work.

3. Engage the comments section, but don’t antagonize them.

If the reason you’re reading this post is that the first article that was ever written about your music just published you need to understand the response in the comments section may be very slow at first. As much as sites love to help expose young talent, people are not always quick to comment (especially in a positive sense) about something they are unfamiliar with. A great way to combat this is to actively participate in discussions taking place in the comments section of articles about your band. Answer questions for people, offer insight into your creative process and generally speaking do whatever you can to be a decent human being that is open to criticism. It’s not that difficult, but it can make a world of difference in how quickly people become engaged with your art.

4. Say “thank you” and/or support the publication that wrote about you.

You would not believe the power the phrases “please” and “thank you” have in the music industry. From labels to bands, publicists, and everyone in between you would be hard-pressed to find anyone who thinks they hear either of those phrases too often. People tend to do as they please and take what they want without giving much thought to the process behind it all, but you can stand out from the countless unsigned artists of the world by voicing your appreciation to the sites that give you space on their front page. It does not have to be anything formal, but it should be sincere. People remember those who are kind to them, and they’re far more likely to want to work with you again in the future as a result.

5. Don’t be afraid to begin teasing your next announcement.

Once people learn about your art it’s very likely they will want to know everything they can about your current efforts. Using social media and the comments sections on posts about your work, take a moment to tell people about everything else you have going on while your name is still fresh on their minds. They might not buy the album or see the tour you’re trying to promote, but at least they’ll know of it and will have the ability to share that information with others if such opportunities present themselves.

6. Offer to send the site/writer more music. 

Has the site that covered you written about your latest album? Have they been to a show? Did they see the last video? Make the most of the attention you’ve earned and offer to deliver more material as soon as possible. Any positive response your initial article receives will increase the likelihood of the site picking up more coverage in the future.


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Journalism Tips: Make More Memes

Let’s face it: There is too much content. Try as we writers might to believe our work the best, there is no denying the seemingly endless entertainment options vying the finite amount of time people have in the day to day lives. Watching a video or listening to a podcast may take longer than reading an article, but some consumers see it as being better because both videos and podcasts allow for multi-tasking. It is not hard to listen to a conversation and work at the same time, but reading three-thousand words on an artist who will likely appear on a podcast or release new music soon is another story. Reading requires focused attention, and that is in increasingly limited supply in 2018.

Great up and coming artists are a dime a dozen, but great up and coming artists who can attract and hold consumers’ attention long enough to click a link, let alone read an article are far rarer. Even rarer still are publishers who see coverage of smaller acts as something worthy of their time or funding. There is a discussion to be had as to why this is bad for everyone, including the publisher, but for now, let’s focus on the conversation at hand.

In writing about an up and coming artist, you are hoping to reach two audiences: Established fans and curious consumers. The former will likely share your story, but they’re not as likely to click unless promised something exclusive or otherwise new. The latter will most likely only click if the name sounds familiar or something about the post itself stands out. The trick is in being unique while simultaneously following the lead of what is already popular in culture. For example, memes.

You cannot guarantee how many times the publisher will share your content, but you can tweet all you want through your account. Before sharing your story, take some time to craft clever and original memes inspired by the artist from your article. Do not mention the story, but instead stick to the established joke format used by every other person on the internet. Whenever possible, mention the artist, but only if it makes sense in the context of the meme. If it does not, you can always tag the artist as being in the associated photo.

Taking memes seriously as marketing tools may seem silly or foolish, but in the world of social media memes are a cultural currency that holds immense power, especially among young consumers. A great meme will attract shares and retweets, which in turn promote the artist and your identity as creator. You will receive followers, which may or may not abandon you later, as well as some brief fact time with countless people familiar with the band you are strategically promoting through meme creation.

With a little bit of luck, the memes you create will go viral amongst the artist’s already established fanbase. That may mean ten shares or ten-thousand, but know that every single one counts. The engagement generated by your original content will help to integrate you and your work as being a part of the fan community and not something produced by an outsider hoping to inspire a quick spike in traffic. That familiarity is priceless because it is what will ultimately drive clicks and shares of your story. Every artist community may be different, but the golden rules amongst them all is that fans support fans. Be one, and the rest will have your back.

Here’s an example:

Two weeks before covering up and coming pop-punk group Hot Mulligan I began drafting ideas for memes and similarly shareable content related to the band and their upcoming album, Pilot. It was around this time that two new memes started to circulate online, including what is now known as ‘Savage Patrick.’ The meme, which uses a photo of Patrick Star from Spongebob Squarepants, is used to express a ‘savage’ comment or behavior. In reviewing the lyrics to Hot Mulligan’s then-current single, “All You Wanted By Michelle Branch,” I discovered a line that seemed to fit this idea perfectly. The resulting creation was this:

A few days later, I created another meme, this one borrowing from a viral 2-image series known as the “Sleep On” meme. That meme performed even better than the one before it. It looks like this:

Both Hot Mulligan and their label shared each tweet, as well as several band members through their accounts. Fans soon followed suit.

When my article was published a days later, I returned to those two memes and added links to my story through threaded tweets. As the shares continued, so did exposure to my article. Additionally, several accounts that had followed me in the wake of the memes engaged with tweets about the post without needing to see the threads. The fan community recognized my posts as being from someone they knew to be familiar with the group they loved, and they didn’t think twice to help a fellow fan spread the word.

If all this wasn’t enough, it’s worth noting that both Hot Mulligan and their label appreciated the extra content I created. As silly as it sounds, a meme can often reach more people than a video or a song link, and a great meme shared by passionate fans can do more to encourage engagement with unfamiliar talent than all the well-written words in unread articles ever could.

Journalism is here to stay. Memes, for better or worse, are here to stay as well. Embrace them, master them, and then use them to further your readership. Even if you fail to create a significant surge in traffic you will undoubtedly attract more followers and, in time, those connections will help to grow your audience as a whole. It’s all part of the evolution of this industry. Adaptation is not an option, but a requirement. Don’t wait — create.

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Music Industry Job Board (March 19, 2018)

New openings:

Coordinator, Anti-Piracy/Content Protection (WMG – NYC)

We’re looking for someone who thrives on searching the depths of the internet to find when and where unreleased music first pops up. We want someone to help our artists maintain control of their release plans. This person will be the next piece in building a world-class anti-piracy unit.

Coordinator, A&R (Sony – NYC)

The Coordinator is responsible for providing full administrative support to the NY based Co-Heads of A&R.

Assistant Program Director (WIOD/WINZ – Miramar, FL)

Shadows and supports Program Director in all aspects of radio station’s on air experience including: talent, content, tone, programming, production, sound & theme, and online presence.

Vice President Content Development (Fathom Events – Los Angeles, CA)

As one of the key entry points into the company, this position will provide guidance to potential partners for leveraging and monetizing content and events in the cinema. This position is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing and maintaining strong relationships and securing deals with new partners. The Vice President–Content Development must demonstrate valuable knowledge of the media ecosystem and industry and have a proven track record of delivering solutions-based results and deal making in support of overall company objectives.

The Vice President–Content Development will be able to switch between establishing high-level strategic vision and managing day-to-day implementation of initiatives without losing sight of priorities, goals and budgets. This position will be a key leader for the company and will be responsible for driving a culture of collaboration across all departments and levels of the organization.

Manager, Urban Artist Development (WMG – NYC)

Artist Development works closely with every department to put together artists’ day to day activities and travel arrangements. Making sure the company and management are all in agreement on where the artist is and the work that is being done. Having a close working relationship with agents and promoters to help find new touring and event opportunities for our artists.

Assistant Director Interlochen Presents, Production (Interlochen Center for the Arts – Interlochen, MI)

Interlochen Center for the Arts, one of America’s most prestigious institutions for arts education, performance and fine arts seeks to hire an Assistant Director of Interlochen Presents-Production. This position is part of a collaborative production team and is responsible for creating and managing all aspects of institutional production needs for performance/rehearsals of student, faculty, guest artist, and rental events.

Publicist / PR (Blossom Entertainment – Los Angeles, CA)

Blossom has an immediate need for a self-motivated and enthusiastic publicist with PR, marketing, sales and business development experience. The position requires hands on public relations experience, working within the music industry. You will collaborate closely with the founders of Blossom who require a hard-working, business minded go-getter who is able to thrive in a fast paced and ever-changing work environment with the skill-set to manage multiple campaigns. Must have connections within the industry to establish music premieres, features, interviews and playlists with taste-makers, editors and writers. Areas of competence include paid ads, traditional/digital PR, social media, newsletter/email blasts and branding. Salary based on experience, sales, commission and closing inbound leads.

Social Media Content Producer (GMR Marketing – New Berlin, WI)

As part of the Digital Group, the Social Media Content Producer will be responsible for the strategy, development and execution of compelling stories stemming from the connections GMR creates around experiences. Focusing primarily on live coverage, the role will lead the concept and copy development for GMR’s social storytelling including sports & lifestyle sponsorships, and influencer activations. This position will report to the VP, Digital + Social on the Digital Solutions team.

Digital Content Producer, Entertainment (SiriusXM – NYC)

The Digital Entertainment Producer has a love for all things pop culture: TV, movies, comedy, pop music and internet. This candidate knows how to shoot and edit video optimized for social media, as well as manage daily posting and ongoing strategy for a Facebook account. This producer can write strong/concise social copy on any platform and blog posts for our weekly newsletter. The individual in this role can work quickly and carefully under deadline, excels at developing relationships with colleagues and talent, and quickly adapts to the ever-changing social/digital environment.

Digital Producer (WQXP – NYC)

This position reports to the Senior Producer, NYPR Music and will be responsible for managing an extensive team of inspired hosts and contributors with diverse musical tastes on building their radio and online programming and expanding their social profiles. The ideal candidate will have years of experience developing far-reaching social strategies around diverse personalities and musical thinkers that reach millions of monthly listeners; will work to channel the diverse corners of the New York new-music scenes into a cohesive radio station and website unified by personality, discovery, and companionship; will have responsibilities ranging from the operational, social, and music-tech.

Talent Buyer (Gypsy Sally’s – Washington D.C.)

Gypsy Sally’s, a prominent, independent live music venue in Washington DC, is seeking an experienced self-starter who is passionate and motivated about independent live music. Like us, you have an entrepreneurial spirit that is imaginative, innovative and forward thinking. You don’t need to be told not to settle for the status quo, but you are flexible when necessary and firm when it counts. You have a wide range in musical tastes and are fluent in Jam Band, Americana, Blue/Jamgrass, Funk, Country (the good kind), Indie Folk, etc.

Music Writer Interns (Roots Magazine – Nashville, TN)

Roots Magazine is a music publication which focuses on Americana and Country music within the industry. We are looking for music lovers that are looking for a career in music publications. If you ever wanted to write for a magazine, this could be your chance. We are looking for music loving writers to contribute album reviews, interview artists, cover and write about specific music festivals and live performances of artists. Must have the ability to write and engage an audience with your words. Interns must be able to meet deadlines and take direction.

Creative Imaging Director (Cumulus Media – Chicago, IL)

The right candidate will pull together & create several different areas of audio content for distribution on our various platforms. This is a fast paced, quick of thought & wit position. You will work hand in hand with our incredibly talented VO and Imaging guru Dan Stone to create strong theatre of the mind messaging magic.

Manager, Creative Music Integration (Viacom – Hollywood, CA)

The Manager of Creative Music + Licensing Strategy will work with VP to manage the use of music within Viacom content (MTV, VH1, Logo, Comedy Central, BET + International) from a creative licensing POV, working closely with Production, Development, Music Talent Department, Brand Creative, Digital, Social, MML and the Music Services team.

SNR Executive Producer / On Air (iHeartMedia – Pittsburgh, PA)

Creates, directs and produces highly regarded shows and programs in one or more radio stations.

Prime Time On-Air Talent (WYNN-FM – Florence, SC)

How would you like the opportunity to represent the top Urban radio brand in Florence, SC? WYNN-FM is searching for an experience and energetic on-air talent that enjoys being involved with the local community.

Music Coordinator (Songtradr – Santa Monica, CA)

Are you a music tastemaker and want to help correct problems with today’s music industry? Do you obsess over current music trends? Do you like to help solve customer’s problems? Do you want to be directly involved in the success of the company you work for? Do you enjoy being part of a team and have a positive attitude?

If this is you, come join our growing team! We are the fastest-growing music licensing marketplace and artist site in the World. Please send us your resume and cover letter explaining why you would make a great addition to our staff. A cool and inspiring team is waiting for you!

Program Director (KZCH – Wichita, KS)

CHR – Channel 96-3 – KZCH – Wichita, KS. iHeartMedia Wichita is looking for their next CHR Program Director and PM Drive Talent . Are you ready to make your next move and grow your Program expertise? Do you have mad passion for radio and willing to take direction, work in a fast paced environment and stay the course until the job is done? Excellent On-Air delivery, Minimum 2 years’ experience on G Selector and imaging skills are a must. Do you eat, drink and breathe Social media? You’ll need to be on point with your street presence, have street smarts, and be willing to drive revenue. Must also have promotional skills and vision. A minimum of three years’ experience in a competitive commercial radio environment are required. Do you have what it takes?

Part-Time Music Researcher (BMI – Panama City, FL)

Occasional part-time hourly work with hours ranging from 0-25 hours per week depending on availability of assignments. Work consists of music and market research in businesses in various states. Assignments include onsite research in businesses during late evenings, including weekends, and may require travel and overnight stay. Assignments also require completion of detailed reports following on-site visits.

Assistant Program Director/On-Air Talent (Radio One – Charlotte, NC)

To competently* and professionally* optimize all music elements; assist with administration duties in the Programming Department. To competently* and professionally* provide continuity and surveillance information in a professional, knowledgeable and entertaining way and will be active in pre-show strategy and execution while staying within the negotiated job responsibilities at all times.

Independent Label Relations Representative (Apple – Culver City, CA)

The Independent Label Relations Representative is responsible for managing relationships, developing content and maximizing revenue opportunities for independent label partners. This role works cross-functionally to facilitate business and operational needs, with the ultimate goal of identifying and driving mutual growth opportunities.

Coordinator, A&R Administration (UMG – NYC)

The Coordinator, A&R Admin, will act as the liaison between A&R, artists/management and all participants of the recording process to ensure the successful and timely delivery of album releases by successfully accomplishing all responsibilities.

Catalog Specialist, Amazon Digital Music (Amazon – Seattle, WA)

The Digital Music Operations team is responsible for generating content for Amazon’s various digital music services. Our goal is to build technologies and processes that create distinctive products for our customers and services for our label partners.

The Digital Music Operations team manages the global digital supply chain of content, from partner deliveries to publishing on Amazon’s storefronts and devices. The Catalog Specialist is responsible for supporting the Digital Music experience through creating and upholding metadata standards. This includes managing the daily quality control of content, prioritization of work queues, and auditing and editing music metadata.

If you love music and want to be a part of the Digital Music revolution – this is the place to start!

Music Enthusiast (Heidi Music Company – Appleton, WI)

Heid Music is looking for a part-time Retail Sales Music Enthusiast to join our Appleton team. We select team members that share our value of providing “Bravo” customer service as well as our passion for making music.

Music Enthusiasts are critical to Heidi Music’s success in creating and maintaining a “Bravo” customer service experience. This position builds and maintains relationships by assisting customers in the selection and purchase of Heidi Music’s musical merchandise. Music Enthusiasts also get involved in our many community and school events promoting music to people of all ages.

Rap Music Talent Manager (SORS MEdia – Los Angeles, CA)

We are searching for the right Talent Manager to Represent two of our Rappers; the Artists are signed at our Talent Management Company: SORS Media, LLC. We are seeking the right Talent Manager who has the experience and understanding with the background and skill sets and KNOWLEDGE of what a Talent Manager does on a daily basis with Talent and how to work within a company structure, as well as, being able to follow our processes on a daily basis.

Music Festival Intern (Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival – Charlottesville, VA)

Planning is underway for the 19th annual Festival, and we are seeking a college intern to work alongside the Festival Manager, ideally from May-August. While it’s an unpaid internship, we cannot stress how hands on and insightful this internship is, as you will essentially observe and contribute to a Festival from start to finish (what a fabulous resume booster and letter of recommendation opportunity). It’s an ideal role for an undergraduate student with experience and passion for music events and marketing who can potentially come back for some of our performances in September. We’re looking for someone who can come into the office 3 times a week, but we are willing to work around our ideal candidate’s schedule.


Older posts (7+ Days)

Manager, Business & Legal Affairs (Sony – NYC)

The position will report to and provide support for the Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs. Additionally, the position will provide certain A&R/BA Admin and finance services and work with the Senior Director, A&R Admin and Senior Director of Finance.

Travel Manager (Stage and Screen – CA)

Stage and Screen has an exciting opportunity for a Travel Manager to join the growing team in downtown Los Angeles! The Travel Manager handles the day-to-day travel needs of corporate business accounts won by the Business Development Manager and ensures the service agreement between the client and Stage and Screen is delivered in a way which ensures total client satisfaction and client retention.

Associate Manager, Music (Twentieth Century Fox – Los Angeles)

FOX Sports Marketing is looking for an Associate Manager, Music who will support the marketing creative team in the research and selection of music. This position is responsible for obtaining, organizing, maintaining, and updating all music in the On-Air Promos Music Library that is used/needed for promos, sales reels and campaigns created by FOX Sports Marketing for the networks we service. This position will also act as mediator between FOX Sports Marketing and FOX Sports Music for license requests, cue sheets, etc. Foster and cultivate relationships with music production houses, labels, new artists, etc.

Team Coordinator, Caroline (UMG – Hollywood, CA)

Universal Music Group is seeking a Team Coordinator to provide administrative support to the EVP of Caroline, located in Hollywood, CA, as well as, additional Caroline Marketing Team support duties.

The ideal candidate will have Music or Entertainment experience and have experience supporting an SVP, GM or other high-level executives with discretion and confidentiality. Must be very efficient and highly attuned to the smallest of details. Multi-tasking and working on tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment is crucial. No task is too small and no challenge too great. A “can-do” attitude is essential.

Administrative Assistant, Corporate Communications (WMG – NYC)

Warner Music Group’s Communications and Marketing team is responsible for the company’s internal and external brand and reputation. We manage press inquiries, write announcements, prep executives for speeches, manage the company’s social media accounts, host events, create advertising, and much more. We are a small but mighty team who shares a passion for music and the artists and songwriters we support.

We are seeking a detail-oriented music enthusiast to join the team as an administrative assistant.

Candidates should be ambitious and goal-oriented. In this role you will be expected to monitor press coverage, participate in marketing brainstorm sessions, answer phones, and schedule meetings. Excellent writing skills, knowledge of social media, and administrative experience are desired.

Marketing Manager, Media (Amazon – Seattle)

The Amazon Movies & Music team is seeking a customer-obsessed, analytical, detail-oriented and strategic Marketing Manager to drive marketing initiatives that aim to acquire and engage the Movies & TV and Music customer. The Marketing Manager will develop and own the customer experience and drive the editorial direction for this category.

Online Music Store Product & Content Manager (Riff City Guitar – Saint Joseph, MN)

Riff City Guitar is seeking a new team member to support the rapid growth of our online store. Preferred candidates will have personal experience with – or a good knowledge of – guitars and other musical instruments. Graphic design skills will also be a plus.

The position will be focused on adding, organizing and updating products to the website and other channels but as we grow, many new aspects of the job will present themselves. We always look for adaptable people who like to learn new things. The new hire will also be an integral part of the marketing team and will be assigned marketing tasks including SEO support, research and exploration of new ideas.

We are accepting resumes from candidates with various experience levels and related skills to find the best person for the team. Enthusiasm and willingness to do whatever is needed are more important than relative experience, as long as the person has the skills to do the job proficiently.

Ultra On-Call Entertainment Agent (BCD Travel – USA)

Fulfills entertainment clientele travel related requests in airline ticketing arrangements, hotel accommodations and car rentals as well as group (such as music bands) and equipment movements to result in desired price and service required by the client. Provides highest level of customer service to this very demanding clientele.

Manager, Content Protection (Sony – NYC)

Sony Music Entertainment’s (SME) Content Protection department is seeking an anti-piracy / content protection professional to actively support and assist with the management of SME’s global content protection efforts and to enforce SME’s copyrights worldwide. This position will play a vital role in SME’s efforts to combat intellectual property theft and expand SME’s content protection efforts globally.

SME’s Content Protection department provides support to SME’s labels and business units including Business & Legal Affairs, Global Industry & Government Relations, Law, and Partner Development. The environment is fast-paced and allows for opportunities to work on diverse subject matters.

Promotion Assistant (Cumulus Media – Charlston, SC)

Cumulus- Charleston, SC stations (WWWZ/WMGL/WIWF/WSSX/WTMA) seeks outgoing, hardworking, creative individuals to join our promotions team. We are looking for outgoing people at least 21 years of age with smiling faces and good driving records to represent our stations at events, interacting with our listeners. If you have a flexible schedule and don’t like to sit at a desk, this is the perfect part-time job for you! We have set the standard for our niche and we continue to work hard to give our listeners a great experience when visiting on site promotions.

Product Analyst, Music (GraceNote – Emeryville, CA)

Our team seeks someone passionate about data to join us as a Product Analyst. Product Analysts knows our data inside and out and leverages this knowledge and tools to improve product performance, quality and end consumer experience. The ideal candidate is proactive to identify product issues, analytical to identify patterns, data driven to drive decisions and will work across closely with Product Managers, Content, and Engineering.

Junior Analyst (UMG – NYC)

This position will support the rights management transformation lead in the implementation and maintenance of Universal Music Group’s rights management process. They will work closely with the transformation team and key users to support ongoing communication of the visions and objectives of rights, metadata, and asset management to all relevant departments within Universal’s labels, with a specific focus on Business Affairs.

Promotions Specialist (Cumulus Media – San Francisco, CA)

Work with marketing, sales, digital and programming departments to develop and execute successful promotional concepts for Cumulus SF radio stations, with the goal of increased ratings and revenue.

Associate Producer, Music Imaging (SiriusXM – NYC)

Assist imaging producers in finding and editing source material and content. Add and update audio in pre-produced imaging. Assemble and edit music based long form production such as artist interviews and actualities and special programs for high profile channels.

Marketing and Operations Coordinator (Plug Labs – Atlanta, GA)

The Plug team is in the beginning stages of a global launch/takeover in the music industry and are seeking an administrative assistant that can work with and next to the CEO and CMO. This star will be a multi-tasking ninja with a gift of organization and mental agility. This will include providing support for event planning and managing our company’s general administrative activities.

Manager, Digital Marketing (UMG – NYC)

Casablanca Records is looking for a Manager, Digital Marketing to serve as a member of the Casablanca core marketing team located in New York, NY. This role will oversee Casablanca and its roster’s digital presence through the development of digital marketing strategy and execution. This person is responsible for creating and executing digital marketing and promotional plans across all areas of online including portals and distribution partners, artist websites, social media, new technology, CRM, SEM/SEO, third party lifestyle, and e-commerce. The person in this position will be responsible for nurturing and leveraging relationships with the artists and online partners. They will be required to set goals and manage campaigns in an effort to optimize reach and revenue. This person will also be responsible for managing and interpreting departmental reports and partner data.

Media Activation Specialist (UMG – NYC)

The Marketing Innovation Team at Universal Music Group is seeking an experienced media specialist for our small but rapidly growing in-house media team. This is a permanent, full-time position. Artist success is our ultimate metric, and what drives our mindset, skillset, and company culture. The ideal candidate for this position is passionate about the ever-changing media landscape and about MUSIC! We are looking for someone who is highly knowledgeable on all digital media outlets including paid search, social, programmatic, display, video, mobile as well as emerging media and new technology platforms. This position is responsible for the execution and day-to-day management of all media for all of UMG’s US labels.

Royalty Analyst (Prager Metis CPAs, LLC)

Work closely with professional staff to assist with profit participation and royalty contract compliance audits conducted on behalf of the firm’s entertainment clients, which include songwriters, music publishers, recording artists, and other owners of intellectual property rights. Provide supporting roles in various other engagements such as the royalty administration of catalogs controlled by the firm’s business management clients.

Product Manager, Creator Product (Pandora – Oakland, CA)

Pandora is seeking a Product Manager on our Creator Product team to help define and lead the next generation of self-serve curation and programming tools within our industry-leading Artist Marketing Platform (AMP).

In this role, you’ll work directly on products that are used across the music industry ecosystem by artists, managers, curators, and labels of all sizes, and by extension touch Pandora’s over 76 million monthly active listeners. You’ll collaborate across many disciplines including engineering, design, analytics, marketing, legal, advertising, and others to drive features through ideation, development, launch and optimization. You’ll connect directly with our music industry partners and empower them to build differentiated content experiences for Pandora listeners. Join us and help drive this innovative product roadmap! This position is full-time and based in our Oakland office.

Part-Time Promotions / Digital Assistant (Cumulus Media – Lafayette, LA)

Cumulus Media’s Lafayette location is offering a great opportunity in the broadcasting industry as a PART TIME PROMOTIONS / DIGITAL ASSISTANT. As a member of the Cumulus Promotions Dept, you will represent all the Cumulus Lafayette stations as the entertainment team at live remote broadcasts and events, interacting with our listeners and clients. Working hours vary based on promotional schedule and schedule flexibility are key including nights and weekends, possibly some holidays.

Audio Producer (Epic Games – Cary, NC)

Epic is seeking an experienced Producer to work closely with its world-class Sound Design team. The ideal candidate for this role is knowledgeable about sound design and audio pipelines for game development. You should be passionate about delivering high-quality experiences for a range of projects and platforms. In this position, you’ll be responsible for handling and organizing the sound design pipelines so that our audio team can focus on what they do best .

A&R Assistant (WMG – Los Angeles)

The A&R Department operates as the primary source of talent scouting and record making within Warner Music Group. It is A&R that allows us to locate and sign new talent and continue making records for currently signed artists. The A&R assistant will assist the Executive Vice President of A&R in fulfilling all his A&R duties, as well as lend support with other departmental responsibilities.

Part-Time Music Researcher (BMI – Atlanta, GA)

Occasional part-time hourly work with hours ranging from 0-25 hours per week depending on availability of assignments. Work consists of music and market research in businesses in various states. Assignments include onsite research in businesses during late evenings, including weekends, and may require travel and overnight stay. Assignments also require completion of detailed reports following on-site visits.

Coordinator, International Label Management (Sony – NYC)

Reporting to the Senior Director, International Label Manager, the Coordinator, International Label Management will be based out of our New York City office. This position will be responsible for providing content management and campaign support for global frontline release campaigns. The ideal candidate will have strong written and communication skills, attention to detail and a genuine interest in and demonstrated understanding in learning more about global independent music.

Production Assistant, Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute (Ravinia – Highland Park, IL)

Production Assistant is a time-intensive position including work during nights and weekends. This position reports to the Administrative Director of the Institute and works closely with the Operations Manager and all other RSMI staff to perform all aspects of Ravinia’s Steans Music Institute’s daily operations.

Administrative Assistant to the Music Director (Cincinati Symphony Orchestra – Cincinnati, OH)

This is a part-time, salaried, position that provides administrative and clerical support to the Music Director. The Administrative Assistant will ensure the Music Director has an organizational presence even when he/she is out of town, and will bolster the effectiveness, impact and focus of his/her work while present in Cincinnati. This position will provide additional departmental support for artist-related matters.

16-20 hours/week, on average. Ranging from 32-40 hours during Music Director conducting weeks and administrative periods, to 8-10 hours in other weeks.

Music Synch Agent (TBD – Nashville)

Boutique music catalogue is seeking an experienced Music Synch Agent to partner with. The candidate will be responsible for the marketing and pitching of our growing catalog of bespoken/production music & independent artists to TV/Film Music Supervisors, Advertising Agencies, Broadcast & Cable Networks, Gaming Companies, Post Production/Edit Facilities, Production Companies, and Trailer Houses.

This is an exciting and intensive role to build collaborative, creative relationships and requires the candidate to have a minimum of 5 years experience in music licensing along with a quality reputation as a creative and attentive problem solver. Candidate must be highly motivated and self-reliant who works well independently and will be working from home to build and maintain relationships with their clientele.

Part-time Lecturer, Music (Northeastern University – Boston)

Part-time Lecturers teach courses in music, particularly in the following areas: Music Theory, including traditional Western music theory and aspects of popular music and jazz; Music Technology, particularly courses in sound design, digital audio and interactive computer programming (i.e., scripting, coding, and/or Max/MSP); Music History, particularly courses in American Music, the Western Classical Tradition, and World Music; and Music Industry, particularly with emphasis in real world experiences and applications, including the music products industry, music copyright law, international issues in the music business, recording technology, the record industry, and digital content distribution; as well as other undergraduate courses, depending on departmental need and enrollment.

Executive Administrator to the CEO and Chairman (UMG – Los Angeles)

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NEW JOB: Foreign Family Collective is hiring a Product Manager

ODESZA’s Foreign Family Collective seeks Product Manager. A full job listing with expectations and requirements can be found below. If you are interested in applying, please follow this link to submit your materials.

Company: Foreign Family Collective

Job Title: Product Manager

Desired Start Date: Immediately

Job Description: ODESZA’s Foreign Family Collective seeks Product Manager. Full-time position. Salary commensurate with experience. This role will be busy and demanding. It will require both creative flair and an ability and enthusiasm for administration. An eye for detail will be essential, as will a strong knowledge of online trends and tools, and social networks. A good knowledge of and enthusiasm for the live music scene will also be important. Though not required, basic online/ digital/ design skills (HTML, Photoshop) would be considered a plus. Appropriate experience in the music industry is essential, and we won’t consider applications from candidates without it.

Location: Depending on the applicant, this position can be filled anywhere; however, LA or New York City is strongly preferred.

Requirements: Minimum four years full-time product management experience at an established record label or equivalent label services provider.

Responsibilities:

·         Product managing album and single campaigns for Foreign Family Collective, helping our artists maximize their potential by introducing sales strategies across streaming, digital and physical.

·         Helping to generate and implement exciting, effective marketing campaigns around FFC releases worldwide, not just North America.

·         Overseeing releases from inception to post-release marketing, including arranging promotional events and live activity, hiring retainers and other third parties for marketing campaigns, and driving and managing those campaigns.

·         Relationships required with key individuals at radio, press, DSPs, digital and live, with ability to carry out direct promotion on releases.

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