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Music Industry Job Board (December 31, 2018)

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The music industry is growing, and it needs people to helpm build the future of entertainment. If that describes you, our job board is waiting.

New openings:

Publicity (Victory Records – Chicago, IL)

Victory Records is an entrepreneurial, exciting and vibrant business and the #1 Independent Rock Record Label in the country. The company is engaged in the recorded music, music merchandising and publishing businesses. We are looking for a media savvy individual with at least 3 years of experience working with all media outlets at the national and regional level including print, TV, film, radio, digital and mobile.

Adjunct Professor of Music Industry (USC – Los Angeles, CA)

The Music Industry Program at the Thornton School of Music is seeking applicants for an adjunct instructor with expertise in Music Supervision. This is a part-time position for the spring 2019 semester. Duties will include serving as co-instructor for MUIN 526, Music Supervision, Production and Creative Licensing. This is a graduate course for students in the MS in Music Industry degree program. The course presents a comprehensive look at contemporary music supervision for all visual media through real-world example cases and projects. The adjunct instructor will teach a portion of 15 weekly class sessions and will share in the course preparation, office hours and grading, in coordination with the primary instructor for the course.

Promotions/Marketing Director (ALT 105.7 – Albany, NY)

Townsquare Media Albany is looking for a Promotions and Marketing Director for our winning cluster of stations! You’ll work with top brands including WGNA, Q103, Hot 991, ALT 1057 and 104-5 The Team ESPN Radio.

You’ll be responsible for coordinating and implementing on and off-air promotions, supervising a staff of assistants and a street team, working with Programming, Sales and Clients as well as all other functions of the Promotions Department.

This position requires great organizational skills, attention to detail, time management and a personal disposition that works well with programming and sales.

Music & Entertainment Attorney (Beacon Hill Staffing Group – Miami, FL)

Beacon Hill Legal is one of the country’s largest legal staffing agencies. We are privately owned and part of Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC.

We are seeking a smart, enthusiastic, highly motivated individual to join the high volume, fast-paced legal team. This individual will report to the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel handling programs, production, and other related matters.

Music and Entertainment Sponsorship Analyst (Verizon – NYC)

This position is responsible for supporting entertainment sponsorships within the partnerships marketing organization. The Analyst will project manage experiential marketing programs and work with internal cross-functional teams to execute integrated marketing campaigns that deliver against key business objectives.

Product Marketing Manager (Tidal – NYC)

The primary responsibility for this position will be to enhance the conversion rate of landing pages and conversion funnels. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of innovative ideas, measurement strategy, and tactical execution to support our key marketing initiatives.

The Product Marketing Manager will be responsible for the ongoing strategy for the acquisition landing pages, app store optimization, user onboarding experience, reporting, analysis, and recommendations for improving user experience and conversion rates via testing and optimization. They will develop personalized user acquisition flows by understanding the key conversion funnel stages and building a roadmap to get there. This role is a unique opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of TIDAL’s customer growth programs.

Digital Marketing Specialist / Manager (Creative Circle – Detroit, MI)

One of our small privately owned music/audio retail clients is looking for a Digital Marketing Specialist.

This Digital Marketing Specialist should have a strong understanding of lead generation, SEO, email automation, digital advertising, and content creation to support various channels.

The Digital Marketing Specialist will drive results (sales) and generate new inbound leads for the company’s sales team and eCommerce platforms.

Account Executive (Salem Media Group – Minneapolis, MN)

Are you commission driven? Have you a sense of what it takes to win? If you want to grow professionally, can you move at the speed of light and still have fun? Well then, we want to talk to you! Salem Media Group- Twin Cities is looking for a dynamic sales executive to join our digital and media advertising team. You will be selling local advertising solutions for our innovative stations.

Salem Media Group- Twin Cities is in growth mode and we are looking for an experienced Multimedia Account Manager to sell our four (4) radio stations: AM 980 The Mission (Christian Teach/Talk), AM 1280 The Patriot (News/Talk), Business 1440 KYCR (Business News/Talk), and our brand new radio station, Wellness Radio 1570 KDIZ (Health/Wellness). We also offer our audience an all-digital station, theFishTwinCities.com (contemporary Christian music). A member of our multimedia marketing team is truly on the “front-lines” serving our loyal listeners and interacting each day with our local advertising partners.

Account Executive (Cumulus Media – Memphia, TN)

CUMULUS MEDIA – Memphis (WGKX, WKIM, WRBO and WXMX) is seeking a talented Outside (B2B) Sales Representative who thrives in a fast-paced working environment. We are identifying highly competitive individuals with a proven track record of over-achieving sales goals. In return, we offer a unique career opportunity: one where you are given a challenging mission, world-class tools to help you succeed, and the chance to realize your full potential as a sale’s professional.

Studio Manager (Sessions Music – Sugar Land, TX)

The Studio Manager for Sessions Music will be detail oriented and responsible for running the overall operations of the studio location which covers multiple facets of business including, but not limited to, the following:

  • Sales
  • Customer Service, Relations, and Retention
  • Music Program Management
  • Instructor Recruiting and Management
  • Minimal accounting
  • Events

Manager, Music & Theater BD (eBay – San Francisco, CA)

StubHub is looking to add a collaborative and experienced member to its Music & Theatre genre. The Music / Theater Partnerships & Business Development team is tasked with working externally with the music and performing arts industries to cultivate meaningful relationships with artists, promoters, agencies, venues, and other stakeholders in the industry.

Drums and Percussion Sales Associate (Sam Ash Music – Raleigh, NC)

You can make a difference! When deciding on the best gear for their needs, musicians of all playing levels and interests rely on the expertise and advice that a Sam Ash product specialist provides. Be part of a team of musicians whose focus is helping customers achieve their musical dreams. Sam Ash Music seeks super-friendly, sales oriented / career-minded people who enjoy playing music, learning about new gear and teaching others how to use that gear. Why not earn a living surrounded by the gear you dream about all day? As a sales associate, you’ll be a vital contributor to our goal of providing the knowledge, guidance and very best service possible to ensure that our customers are treated to a great experience on every visit or phone call. If you love making music and helping others, we’d love to speak to you.

Director of Digital Marketing (ArtistWorks – Napa, CA)

We’ve created a novel way for musicians to learn music online called Video Exchange Learning. Our students learn from many hundreds of hours of exhaustive online music lessons recorded by master musicians, but they also have the option to submit a video to the teacher and receive ongoing feedback and evaluation on their playing. Even if they don’t submit a video, they get to watch everyone else’s and learn from those Video Exchanges!

ArtistWorks is looking for an innovative, data-driven and results-oriented Direct of Digital Marketing with a musical history and demonstrable talent for marketing.

Event Coordinator (Berklee – Boston, MA)

Berklee is looking for an Event Coordinator who is passionate about planning and executing events that deliver an exceptional guest experience and satisfaction. These events range from on-campus business meetings and President Council meetings to festivals, visiting artists events and commencement celebrations. Many events take place during the day although some weekends and evenings may be required.

Event management experience in higher education or hospitality are valued. That said, your ability to communicate and work collaboratively across key internal departments and with vendors, attention to detail, organizational, and customer service skills are what will set you apart.

iHeartRaves Email Marketing Specialist (Emazing Group – Anaheim, CA)

The email marketing specialist will report to the Sr. Brand Manager and manage the email marketing strategy for our newsletter subscribers as well as homepage asset management, campaign updates, sales, and promotions for our e-commerce store. The specialist will work with our design team to create content and will be responsible for sending weekly emails to our subscribers and all reporting in regards to email marketing. You will also assist the iHeartRaves marketing team with other tasks including the iHeartRaves blog Studio 240, website positioning and product marketing, and assist the digital marketing team with projects to improve SEO.

Assistant Professor of Music Education (University of Indianapolis – Indianapolis, IN)

The University of Indianapolis invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Music Education to begin August 2019.

A unit within the Shaheen College of Arts & Sciences, the Music Department enrolls 90-100 majors with degree programs in music education, performance, music therapy, and music (with available concentrations in jazz studies, music technology and recording, theory/composition, business music, and church music). The Department is housed in Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center, which features a 500-seat Viennese style performance hall, computer lab, recording studio, rehearsal rooms, classrooms, studios, and practice rooms. Over 150 performances are presented by the Department of Music during the school year.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Application materials must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, unofficial transcript, and three professional references with their full contact information. Do not submit additional materials at this time.

Spanish Music Account Executive (Entercom Communications Corp – Washington DC)

Entercom Washington, DC is looking for seasoned sales professionals to develop dynamic marketing campaigns for new and existing clients. The ideal candidate will be someone who can develop new client relationships through cold calling, networking and referrals from existing clients; have an innovative approach to client development and be a team player. This person will continually contact, develop and pursue direct advertising accounts for WLZL-FM (Spanish Music format). These individuals are also held accountable for achieving sales budgets and collecting on the accounts. Candidates must have a positive attitude and a drive to win. Self-motivation is essential. If you’re interested in a position thriving in a highly energetic sales environment – this job is the opportunity for you!

Data Scientist (Spotify – NYC)

As a Data Scientist, our mission is to turn terabytes of data into insights and get a deep understanding of how our people use our apps to impact the product, strategy and direction of Spotify. You will study user behavior, strategic initiatives, content, and new features and bring data and insights into every decision we make. Above all, your work will impact the way the world experiences music.

Senior Technical Project Manager, Consumer Electronics (Ultimate Ears – Newark, CA)

You will work on a team of technology professionals in our music group to build world-class music/speaker products. This role offers the opportunity to make great products by using your engineering aptitude along with strong interpersonal skills to drive product features to successful completion. Bring your knowledge and experience of audio electronics to make a big impact at a reputable organization with great brands and products consumers enjoy.

Website Developer (Gordon’s Music and Sound – Fairfield, CA)

Gordon’s Musicis seeking a creative Web Developer that can work with our software application team to achieve our business’ digital goals. The ideal candidate for this position is a hands-on professional with strong knowledge of content management platforms, and an ability to translate our business needs into client-friendly functions that will expand our website’s influence in our industry. The Web Developer will be responsible for gathering information of products, posting images and descriptions of these products, creating an accessible ordering platform, etc.

Information Security Program Manager (Sony – NYC)

Sony Music is seeking an Information Security professional to join the Global Information Security organization located in New York. This position will be a part of the team responsible for implementing and maintaining an enterprise-wide risk and compliance strategy to secure Sony’s information assets, services, and the products that depend on them, building trust with customers and stakeholders, and protecting the privacy of Sony’s customers and employees.
The ideal candidate is a driven team-player with experience working in a dynamic environment and the ability to wear multiple hats in the information security realm. Candidate should have a proven history of policy design and security awareness delivery in one or more security domains. The candidate should have experience in risk management techniques including control assessments, gap analysis, external or internal audit, risk management concepts and risk assessment methodologies. Candidate should be able to leverage multiple forms of communication to articulate complex concepts with proficiency to both technical contributors and executive management.

HR Manager (WMG – Culver City, CA)

WMG puts music and people first by creating opportunities that allow for collaboration and personal growth. Our team is a collection of highly accomplished people fueled by passion. In a time where change is more important than ever before; evolution is crucial to success. WMG is a place that fosters innovation, creativity and professional development. We reward employee behaviors that make an impact, drive continuous improvement, and create a collaborative environment for our people.

Here you’ll get to:

  • Partner with senior HR leadership and with your client groups on all key people processes (performance management, compensation, benefits, payroll, learning and development programs, etc.)
  • Provide strategic guidance and input on workforce planning, participate in succession planning, compensation, benchmarking, etc.
  • Facilitate a variety of learning and training programs to support the needs of the business. Contribute to the development of such programs.

Senior Analyst, Business (tunein – San Francisco – CA)

Ready for your next challenge? Looking to make the leap to the tech industry? Come join us at TuneIn, where we strive the provide the world’s best listening experiences. We are the leading service for music, top-tier sports content (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL), podcasts and news from around the world! With over 75 million monthly users, our mobile apps rank in the top of the App Store’s Music category across 80 countries and territories. Our service is available across 200 different connected platforms, including all smartphones and tablets, smart TVs, CE devices and connected cars. TuneIn is a dynamic and thriving pre-IPO company in a growing market with proven potential.

Here at TuneIn we pride ourselves on data-driven decision making, and the Analytics team is at the heart of this initiative. We test and learn, harness the power of our data, and share insights to help shape TuneIn’s product and business strategy.

VP Licensing (Bravado – NYC)

Lead business development initiatives to identify new licensing partners and product categories, including researching, pitching, negotiating and executing contracts. Use licensing opportunities to help build global brand franchises that generate revenue streams across multiple categories.

Full-Time Front Desk Receptionist (Alt 105.7 – Albany, NY)

Townsquare Media of Albany is seeking a Full-Time Front Desk Receptionist. Duties include answering phones, distribution of prizes, the creation of PowerPoint proposals and other administrative duties as needed. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills, be detail oriented and able to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

VP, East Coast, Music Licensing (Audio Network – NYC)

Based in Manhattan and reporting to the CEO (London), the Vice President, East Coast is a key strategic appointment that will play an integral role in leading the execution of the company’s commercial strategy in licensing Audio Network’s world-class music to television, advertising, enterprise, and digital media customers. The role will manage the East Coast sales and creative teams to maximize revenue opportunities through synchronization licensing and generating performance royalties by driving usage with a focus on key strategic partners in advertising & branded content.

The Vice President, East Coast will help drive awareness of the Audio Network brand in the US and be a key contributor to the company’s overall strategy across its core customer segments (advertising & branded content). The role will require leadership and mentorship of the East Coast Sales, creative and publishing team members. Reporting to the CEO, this role will also comprise part of the ANW’s executive team which includes senior executives from Music, Marketing, Product and Finance.

This is a rare, career-defining and highly rewarding opportunity for the right executive to make their mark on a truly disruptive company which, through delivering businesses (and ultimately consumers) with access to cutting-edge music on a global scale and through multi-channels, is fundamentally transforming the global music licensing landscape.

Music Copyright Review Agent (Accenture – Austin, TX)

Solve our clients’ toughest challenges by providing unmatched services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, operations and security. Develop and enhance your skills and experience, working across diverse teams, projects, and industries.

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The Essential HaulixDaily Content from 2018

2019 is upon us. As the music business slowly returns to normal, we wanted to take a few moments to reflect. The past year has been a busy one for us. From traveling the country to appear at conferences and colleges, to creating a wide array of content covering our changing industry and the best ways to navigate it, we did our best to bring you a little bit of everything.

Everyone knows music professionals are busy so we wouldn’t blame you for being unable to keep up with our every post or activity. Instead, we decided to compile our favorite posts from the past twelve months and present it here for easy access.

Use the links below to catch up and prepare for the year ahead.

Inside Music Podcast:

Industry Advice and Insight:

Writing Advice:

Advice For Musicians:

Piracy Reports And Stories:

Editorials:

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Advice All Music Writers Should Follow in 2019

The music business in 2019 would be virtually unrecognizable to the music business of 2000. In less than two decades the industry we all love has undergone an extensive transformation that has emphasized access rather than ownership, created a glut of festivals, and brought into question the necessity of quote/unquote ‘music journalists.’ When algorithms can predict success better than even the most gifted ears, and everyone with an opinion can share their thoughts on social media do we have a need for full-time music writers?

The answer, as always, is yes. There may be more people talking about music than ever before, as well as more way to access music, but that does not mean the quality of conversation around the art form is at its peak. As long as great artists are creating impossibly catchy songs that ultimately never receive the praise or support they deserve there is still work to be done on the part of music journalists. There is and will always be a need for people to amplify the voice of artists on the rise, as well as a need for experienced listeners to help those short on time make useful discoveries.

While there is a lot to be said for how music blogs and publications can better themselves in 2019, there is also quite a bit you should be taking it upon yourself to do to get ahead. What follows are three tips to keep in mind as we begin to navigate the uncertain months ahead. The future is always unpredictable, but there is a lot you can do right now to increase your chances of a better tomorrow. If you have any questions, email me: james@haulix.com.

Storytelling matters now more than ever

There was time not long ago when the vast majority of music blogs created just two pieces of content: Reviews and news. The reviews were written hurriedly by young critics trying to make their name by praising or trashing talent, while the news often amounted to little more than copy/pasted press releases tweaked just enough not to be outright plagiarism. Some of this content was good, but most was immediately disposable.

Some of those sites still exist today, but most have died due to an inability to grow their audience. If the content your creating is immediately disposable then the same can be said for your site. If, however, you can find a way to create unique content that no one else can offer then you may be able to set yourself apart.

To do this, we suggest telling more stories. Find an artist you believe in, regardless of popularity, and tell their story. Tell your story about telling their story. Tell the story of their fans and why they choose to care about this artist instead of the other million-plus in existence. Find an angle that interests you and shares it with the world. Take chances. Maybe what you uncover isn’t necessarily new or groundbreaking information, but as long as it is honest and well-written, it will entertain.

Maintain your archives, both public and private

Here’s a nightmare scenario most writers never consider: What happens to your content in the event a hacker attacks the site(s) where you contribute? What happens if the owner of that site suddenly loses interest in the publication and deletes it? What happens if for whatever reason your content disappears before you or anyone else thinks to save a copy elsewhere?

The answer is always the same: Your content is gone forever.

In 2019, there are no longer any acceptable excuses for failing to maintain a personal archive. Too many sites have gone under, and too many people have complained over social media about now permanently lost work for you to fall in line with those who the easily avoidable mistake of not keeping track of your work. After all, who else do you expect to do it? No one cares more about your career in writing than you, so you must be the one to look after and ensure its legacy.

In addition to saving your work offline, we also suggest you maintain a catalog of links to the currently active content you consider to be your ‘best’ work. Services like Contently make this easy and cost-effective. Again, there is no excuse for your archives being a mess. Get it together!

You need a website

Every time we create a post offering advice to individual professionals we make it a point to emphasize the need for a personal site. It doesn’t matter if you own a blog with a hundred contributors or you contribute to a hundred blogs, every single person trying to make it in the music business should have their website. The reasons why are as endless as your imagination, but the main reason is that you need a place where you and your work can be the focus of everyone’s attention. You need a place where your absolute best work is displayed, as well as a place where people can learn more about you and whether or not you are available for freelance work. A personal website can be anything you want it to be. Just make sure you have one.

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Happy Holidays from Haulix!

It’s that time of year again. Regardless of your beliefs or chosen celebrations, December has a way of bringing people together. It is when we reconnect with the most essential thing in life, those we love and the people who love us, all while (hopefully) shutting out the chaotic world around us. It is when we catch our breath, rest, and prepare for the next twelve months ahead.

We wanted to take a moment before heading out to thank each and every one of you for continuing to support our company. Haulix was launched with the goal of creating a secure, cost-effective way for artists and their representatives to discreetly share music. We take pride in achieving that goal, but we celebrate the fact we’ve become something much more over time. We’ve helped artists find management, get record deals, and create albums that changed the way people think. We’ve also engaged with several generations of music professionals and aspiring minds alike, all of whom have helped us better understand this ever-changing business.

Moving forward, our goals remain the same. We want to create the best software possible. We also want to help educate and develop the next wave of music professionals so that they might make this business their own.

None of this is possible without your support and friendship. So again, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you. We cannot wait to continue working together in the new year.

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Inside Music Podcast #138: Palisades (Lou Miceli)

Inside Music is a podcast about the lives of professionals in the music business. Each week, host James Shotwell chats with an artist or industry tastemaker to learn how anyone can navigate the world of entertainment.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell chats with Lou Miceli of Palisades about his band’s forthcoming album, Erase The Pain. Palisades has been steadily building a fervent following in alternative music over the last half-decade, but the group appears poised for far more significant things in 2019 thanks in part to this upcoming release. Lou tells James about the band’s approach to songwriting, partnering with Howard Benson, and what followers can expect in the new year.

In other news, Inside Music is now available on YouTube! Click here to stream the latest episode on our official channel. You can also subscribe to the show on iTunes, as well as any other podcast streaming service.

https://soundcloud.com/inside-music-podcast/138-lou-miceli-palisades

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Maintaining Your Sanity While The Industry Is On Holiday Break

If you are reading this post, then there is a reasonably good chance you are feeling more than a little bored. Maybe you’re a blogger with no new stories to publish, or perhaps you run an indie label where business has slowed in the days since Christmas. Whatever the case, you still have several days until the industry is back in full swing, if not longer. Some industry businesses do not return to a regular work schedule until the week after New Year’s Day, which for 2019 means January 7.

While we admire and applaud your dedication to the craft, we also feel we must tell you that no one person has to be on top of everything all the time. Sometimes it makes no sense to try and do so. The music business is a difficult place where most professionals, meaning those paid and those working for free alike, put in long hours to help those they believe in getting ahead. The daily grind can be killer on even the most dedicated souls, but for two to three weeks every year, there is a lull that almost everyone has agreed to maintain. It is a safe place where people can exhale and stretch and return calls to the family that they have been putting off since before the leaves began to change. That period is the one we are in right now, and it stretches from the days before Christmas until after the start of the new year.

You can work as much as you want during this time, but unless someone is telling you to complete a specific task (or tasks), we encourage you to disconnect. Yes, the company that exists entirely online and relies on clicks to keep the doors open is inviting you to detach from the very thing that keeps its lights on. Some may say such comments are an exercise in self-destruction, but we tend to disagree. We see how much time people put into their work, both on the label side and on that odd the media, which means we also appreciate how much (most) people need a break. They deserve one.

Those who find the most success in life often cite their breaks or vacations as one of the reasons they perform so well. These people subscribe to the law of diminishing returns, which states that there is a point at which the level of profits or benefits gained is less than the amount of money or energy invested. In simpler terms, just because you work nonstop does not mean your success is also everlasting. You may succeed for a while, but at some point, you will no longer be able to do whatever it is you do as well as you did when you first started. The reason for this is relatively simple: You are a not a machine. You are not programmed to do one task over and over until you break down and/or are replaced by a superior device. You are a human in need of food, exercise, and – above all else – rest.

So as you stare at this post and continue clicking over to the tabs containing your various social media feeds we encourage you to consider taking a step back, even if just for one day. Turn off your notifications, leave your inbox unread, and instead spend time doing something solely because it sounds good to you. It can be anything, from time with family and friends, to reading a book, binging a new series on Netflix, or finally learning how to make that upside-down pineapple cake you’ve been talking about for months. Choose anything that interests you, just as long as you cannot turn it into work. You want to get the music business as far from your mind as possible. Not music, mind you, but the music business. Don’t write content. Don’t draft content. Don’t even think of things as potentially becoming content. Just focus on being present in your individual life and reconnect with the person you are away from the internet. After all, that person – the one you are when existing outside the grind of the industry – is the one who started you on this journey in this business. If you lose that part of you, there is no getting it back. As Against Me once sang, “Don’t lose touch.”

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Music Industry Job Board (December 17, 2018)

The music industry is growing, and it needs people to helpm build the future of entertainment. If that describes you, our job board is waiting.

New openings:

Account Executive (iHeartMedia – Nashville, TN)

Identifies and develops new business opportunities; keeps and grows existing client relationships; offers solutions that help clients achieve their business goals; closes business; meets set sales target.

Account Executive (Spotify – Chicago, IL)

We’re looking for an outstanding Ad Sales Mid-Market Account Executive with a proven desire to drive revenue, and a deep interest and passion for online media and innovation to join our team. We want someone who loves our product and can sell creative solutions to both mid-market advertising agencies and brands across the entire Central Region. You should be confident without ever being arrogant and you work hard, but know how to have fun. And, above all, know your work will impact the way the world experiences music.

Creator Partnerships (Epidemic Sound – Los Angeles, CA)

The focus of Creator Partnerships is to find and manage brand ambassadors within the LA/West Coast online creator community – YouTubers, Podcasters, Streamers, Facebook-, Vimeo- and Instagram Creators.

You will take care of the entire process of our new brand ambassadors. From the start with prospecting, contact and establish the initial relationship with the creators. To onboard our ambassadors and track their performance in our ambassador program. You will also inspire and motivate our ambassadors through an organized and creative process. You will coordinate and represent the Partnership team at local creator events and help develop and establish relationships building activities within the community.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Head of Community at HQ and Sales Manager in Los Angeles.

Account Director (Live Nation – NYC)

The Client Services team is the get stuff done, turn-problems-into-solutions, make our clients look like the rock stars, driving force within the Live Nation Media & Sponsorship division. We are a collection of resourceful, ambitious, and strategic-minded individuals that thrive in an environment full of variables and unknowns. If you like to sit at a desk, write white papers, and theorize on how things should work this is not the job or team for you. If you’re ready to do the best work of your life, we should talk.

Customer Experience Representative, Music (Eventbrite – Nashville, TN)

Joining our team means doing what you love – helping people. Through phone, email and chat, you will be interfacing with ticket buyers, helping them working through various questions and enquiries. No request is the same- from helping an attendee to purchase a ticket, to identifying a venue’s accessibility policy, from researching meet-and-greet details, to helping with refund or exchange requests- this role will keep energized. Ultimately, your goal will be to guide and support our music and live event ticket buyers and send them away with a smile.

Account Executive (UMPG – Santa Monica, CA)

FirstCom Music, a leading provider of production music for use in television, film, advertising and interactive media is looking for a Sales and Music Licensing Account Executive, to be based in its Santa Monica, California office.

The Sales Account Executive for FirstCom will support new and existing client requirements by successfully managing specified vertical markets within an assigned territory. This role is responsible for account development and generating profitable revenue growth in support of FirstCom’s business goals. Target existing and new markets and clientele by successfully managing the following duties.

Church Music Account Representative (Word Music And Church Resources – Nashville, TN)

Word Music & Church Resources is one of the world’s leading contemporary evangelical church music publishers. Based in Nashville, we are owned by Lorenz, one of the country’s largest publishers, manufacturers, and distributors of printed music for the school and church markets. We are looking for amazing people to join our Word Music & Church Resources (WMCR) team in Nashville, TN.

As a team member of WMCR/Lorenz, you’ll help shape our image and help expedite meaningful products that help our customers succeed. You’ll work closely with your peers in various departments. At WMCR/Lorenz, you can be yourself, work in a casual work environment, and know that you work with people who are dedicated to creativity, growth, teamwork, openness, improvement, and good stewardship.

Associate Manager, Music (FOX Sports – Los Angeles, CA)

Energetic, resourceful Associate Manager of Music to support the Creative Team at FOX Sports Marketing in the research and selection of music cues. 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. 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.

Music Festival Coordinator (Philadelphia International Music Festival – Williamstown, NJ)

There are three immediate openings at the Philadelphia International Music Festival for experienced festival, camp, or music program directors to assist in the coordination of activities for this year’s summer music festivals in June and July at Bryn Mawr College. We offer a very pleasant working environment filled with outstanding staff members, and lots of flexibility. Weekly hours can be established around your busy schedule whenever possible. Five years experience in detailed festival scheduling, camp management, or event coordination required. Estimated commitment: 10 – 20 hours weekly from now through June 14th, “Full Time” from June 15th to July 30th, 2019.

Executive Music Marketing Manager (Hoops And Associates – Santa Ana, CA)

Hood And Associates Music Label and Distributor (Universal Music Group Distribution) is seeking a executive level marketing manager with 5 years plus experience, as a Senior level music release and talent management executive.

Account Manager (Songtradr – Santa Monica, CA)

The Account Manager is a client-facing role, providing an exceptional Songtradr experience. This individual will build, develop and maintain client relationships within TV, film and advertising. The Account Manager will work with Songtradr’s sync team to manage the use of Songtradr’s music, working closely with the production, development, creative, digital, social, and licensing teams. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive knowledge of music, its history, genres, and styles, and must be up to date with current music as well as have performance rights organizations (PRO) knowledge.

Marketing Coordinator (Detroit Event Company – Southfield, MI)

We are seeking a Marketing Coordinator, who will work directly with the owner to design and manage our advertising and social media platforms. We are seeking someone who is capable of organizing and prioritizing their own work, along with handling correspondence with clients and our advertising partners. The ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, will take initiative and think creatively. We are also looking for someone who displays grace under pressure, can think in your feet, speaks up when others won’t, and is constantly working to improve. You should be a team player that shows a strong attention to detail. Our company is primed for growth, so we are seeking to a motivated self-starter to thrive in our environment. If you have a working knowledge of music or are excited to learn, we can’t wait to see your resume.

Sales Coordinator (Spotify – NYC)

We are looking for a Sales Coordinator to join our Ad Sales Team. You will work with sales leadership to accelerate business results by providing creative, strategic, tactical and organizational sales support for needle-moving initiatives across the New York Region. In addition, you will also be responsible for partnering with teams across the region via in-market presence and industry events, client engagements, crafting of presentations, providing assistance with meeting preparation, client research, and administrative support to our US Ad Sales Team. You will serve as a point of contact between top management, team members, and related stakeholders across Spotify.

Cruise Ship Classical Music Production Manager (RWS Entertainment Group – Long Island City, NY)

Reporting to the Vice President of Artistic Direction, the Music Production Manager will oversee all operational and creative logistics for multiple productions of our cruise ship client’s classical chamber music program.

Business Affairs Music Asset Owner (Apple – Santa Clara Valley, CA)

Marcom is Apple’s Global Marketing Communications group. We oversee all of Apple’s advertising and marketing to ensure the flawless development and execution of world-class communications. The role of a Business Affairs Music Asset Owner in Marcom is to drive the planning, curation, and licensing of rights-managed music content in Apple marketing. In this role, you will be working across functions, to maintain excellent internal and external relationships, and secure relevant content for deeper customer resonance and engagement.

Director of Marketing and Events, Music Industry (Morris Management Group – Atlanta, GA)

The Director of Marketing/Events is responsible for the hands-on execution, development and maintenance of the overall strategic and tactical brand/product marketing policies, objectives and initiatives of MEG. This position will provide leadership in the delivery and application of actionable research to help the business team drive meaningful innovation and deliver against critical business objectives.

Contractor, Music Sales (BBTV – Los Angeles, CA)

BBTV launched Distribution and Label Services earlier this year. Our services give artists an alternative to the traditional major label route and a chance to stay independent while receiving revenues and robust support. Some of what we offer to artists include influencer marketing, playlisting pitching, PR, original content production, and brand integrations – all on artist friendly deals.

We’ve already had several releases under our BBTV Music brand and particularly our hip-hop brand, Opposition, including KILLY, MANILA GREY, Kid Buu, CJ So Cool and many more. We’re looking to continue to build Opposition but also expand into many more genres. Within this role, you would be responsible for bringing top-tier artists to BBTV.

Senior Account Manager (Live Nation – NYC)

The Client Services team is the get stuff done, turn-problems-into-solutions, make our clients look like the rock stars, driving force within the Live Nation Media & Sponsorship division. We are a collection of resourceful, ambitious, and strategic minded individuals that thrive in an environment full of variables and unknowns. If you like to sit at a desk, write white papers, and theorize on how things should work this is not the job or team for you. If you’re ready to do the best work of your life, we should talk.

On-Air Host, Classical Music (WRCJ – Detroit, MI)

WRCJ 90.9 FM Detroit, Michigan, is an independent, listener-supported public radio station with a classical and jazz music format. The Station broadcasts classical music daily from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. and jazz music from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. WRCJ-FM is licensed to the Detroit Classical and Jazz Educational Radio Foundation and is managed by Detroit Public Television. The Station is located inside the Detroit School of Arts in midtown Detroit, and has been broadcasting since 2005.

We are actively pursuing dynamic and diverse team members to join us in the role of On-Air Classical Music Host.

What You’ll Do:

Host WRCJ-FM’s midday time slot (10a – 3p) Monday through Friday by presenting classical music as selected by the WRCJ Music Director.

Essential Functions:

  • Announce music selections, play underwriting announcements and other scheduled events, operate the mixer board, sign FCC logs, and other functions as required.

Marketing Coordinator (Premier Events – Atlanta, GA)

If you are the Marketing Coordinator that we are looking for you will be an energetic proactive team player who will thrive in a fast-paced and fun-filled office. You will have excellent communication skills and will excel at developing creative campaigns targeting various audience demographics. You will be detail oriented, highly organized and skilled at multi-tasking. You will be a creative problem solver and have excellent time management skills. You’ll love to envision new initiatives and will take great pride in developing them to fruition.

You’ll be responsible for the success of our team by developing and managing event marketing campaigns designed to increase event awareness and attendance. The Marketing Coordinator will be a full-time salaried position reporting to one of the company’s owners who oversees event management projects.

Creative Director, Music & Sound (Listen – NYC)

The Creative Director, Music & Sound, will be responsible for the management, execution, creative direction and development for the sound design and sonic identity of Listen’s projects and services.

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Job Hunting Tips for the Music Business

Working in the music business is a dream shared by countless thousands of people around the world, but there are no clear paths to entry. Some get their start by booking shows or playing in bands, while others take the far more traditional route of earning a degree. A handful of lucky souls manage to get in through nepotism, and an even rarer select few find success through blind luck.

While it would be nice to believe that being passionate about music and the business of selling it would be enough to land any hard worker a decent paying, it’s not realistic. If everyone who gives a damn, and I mean really gives a damn, could find work there would be as many people employed in music as there are people in bands trying to build a career with their art.

If passion isn’t enough (it’s not), then those hoping to make a career out of music need to go above and beyond what those seeking employment in other fields must do to find work. Here are some tips on getting ahead, as selected by people currently employed in music:

Learn to Talk to Strangers (Networking)

There is an old adage about the entertainment business that claims getting ahead isn’t about what someone knows as much as it about who they know. For better and worse, that claim is valid. The people who excel the fastest in music typically do so through connections with people already making waves in the industry.

There are at least four ways to meet people who could help develop (or launch) a career:

  1. Start your own business and work with artists who attract the interest of bigger, more powerful businesses.
  2. Internships.
  3. Music conferences/Industry events.
  4. Digital outreach. This one has the lowest likelihood of generating a response, but considering the fact everyone in music is connected to their inboxes at all hours of the day it’s entirely possible to build connections through well-written and engaging messaging.

Learn About Everything, Master One Thing

Most aspiring industry professionals have an idea of what they’d like to do in the business. What happens more often than not, however, is that all up and comers are asked to complete a variety of tasks while cutting their teeth in the early stages of their career. With this in mind, it’s just as important for young professionals to master one skill set as it is for them to understand how the industry works as a whole. That way, those seeking employment are able to apply their knowledge and skills to as many opportunities as they can while working to the role they wish to acquire.

Use Only Relevant Information When Applying for Jobs

Any company hiring for entry-level positions is well aware that most newcomers to the music business will not have a wealth of experience. With that in mind, those wishing to apply for those roles should carefully curate their resumes to fit the job being offered. Potential employers seeking a recording studio assistant, for example, do not need to know about the two years in high school when someone flipped burgers for a fast food chain. Those same employees do not need to be told an applicant understands how to use Microsoft Word.

That said, applicants should include jobs held in high school if the skills gained or tasks completed reflect the work that needs to be done in the role being offered. Someone with management experience, for example, would be wise to detail that skill set on a resume. Those who understand complex programs, such as Photoshop, should include that knowledge (as long as it fits the demands of the role).

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How to Set Better, More Attainable Goals in 2019

Winter is here. I have tried to deny this fact since Thanksgiving, but the ice clinging to snow-covered grass outside my front door has forced me to admit the truth. Winter has set in, and before the weather gets warmer, we will be saying goodbye to 2018 and all it did (or didn’t do) for us. Are you ready for a new year? I like to think I am, but to be honest, I’m not sure.

Working online is a constant battle between what you want to be doing and what cultural trends demand that you do. Maybe you want to write a daily editorial on something that matters to you, but you also need to exist on social media, actively market your existing work, and plan for what you will do over the next several days, weeks, months, etc. Heck, I’ve been trying to program social media content to post automatically during the holidays in hopes of gifting myself some time away from screens. That work will help a little, but I know all too well I will still be glancing at my inbox periodically every day during my so-called “time off.” I bet many of you will do the same.

So there I was, avoiding the cold and contemplating the coming new year. The one thought running through my mind over and over was what it was I wanted to do in 2019 that I have as of yet been unable to accomplish. I’m sure many of you have or will find yourself internally debating this same question in the days to come if you have not already begun to do so. Most of us never thought we could get a foot in the door of this business, so usually we’re pretty happy just to be here in the moment working on whatever is immediately in front of us, but we owe it to ourselves to look up and think about what could lie on the horizon. It took a world of belief in yourself to get this far, so you – and I – can’t stop now.

Here are a few things I encourage you to  ask yourself when contemplating the places you will go in the year ahead:

Is what I’m doing right now making me truly happy?

No one gets into music because they dislike music, but just because you’ve gotten your foot in the door or found a role that helps pay the bills does not mean your journey has to come to an end, or even stall. We have all spent our lives being told that next to no one makes it in the entertainment business, and because of this, we have a tendency to not want to risk what little success we have already found. This may be good for the sake of security, but in the grand scheme of existence, all you are really doing by not chasing after exactly what it is that you want to do is restricting a part of yourself. You are preventing yourself from becoming the person you feel you were meant to be to please someone or something other than yourself. That may provide short-term happiness, but it will create longterm regret. 2018 should be the year you focus in on what makes you happy and pursue it with all the strength you have in your bones.

Am I making the most of my time?

Laziness is a disease that infects us all to varying degrees. What few people will tell you is that the extent laziness impacts your life is entirely in your control. Just like how we all have a habit of settling for the first opportunity that comes our way we also have a habit of wasting time we know could be better spent focusing on our goals. Maybe you tweet too much (guilty), or perhaps you scroll Facebook even after complaining to everyone you know about how awful Facebook is these days (also guilty). Maybe you sleep until the last possible minute every morning and rush to work without eating a good breakfast or exercising (guilty again). Whatever the case, there are things you do on a regular basis that deep down you know is nothing more than a waste of time and resources. Identify those elements in your life and set to minimize them in the new year. I’m not saying you shouldn’t relax, but if you feel something you are doing is not right, you need to listen to that sensation and correct your path.

How can I work towards my goals without sacrificing something I need (work/money/etc.)?

Reaching almost any goal requires some kind of sacrifice on your part, but you have to be smart about what you sacrifice or else you may get yourself into trouble. If your passions lie outside your current workplace and you have no other way to make money, then you probably shouldn’t quit your job to pursue your dream full time. Dreams require money. Life requires money. You have to make sure your needs are met to have the mental clarity needed to pursue your passions. I like to say people should sacrifice within reason, or sacrifice what they are able, as long as it does not interfere with their quality of life in such a way that they are doing harm to themselves and/or their families.

What can I do to improve life for those around me?

If your bucket list for the new year reads like the agenda of a person who has the world’s biggest ego, then your brain is leading you down a broken path. Happiness in life comes from much more than personal gain. You know that saying about how it’s cold at the top? People say that because they often reach the pinnacle of their personal journey and realize they have left behind the people, places, and things that mean the most to them. Victory doesn’t have to be a lonely thing, but you have to be conscious about your actions if you wish to lift up everyone around you in 2019. Helping others often improves happiness far more than personal accomplishments, and it does so while developing better relationships with those who mean the most to you.

How will reaching my goals for 2019 help me in 2020 and beyond?

Life is about the journey, not the destination, so you shouldn’t be looking at 2018 and thinking it will be the last year you ever have goals. Knowing where you want to be in two, five, or even ten years can help you figure out what you need to do in the coming months to achieve your long-term goals. Once you reach them, set more and repeat the process over and over again until you die. Life is for the living. Keep your head up, your hopes high, and never let a bad day, week, month, or even year deter you from chasing after the things you want.

It’s important to note that not all goals have to be long term. If you want to eat the world’s biggest slice of pizza or work your way to running a 5k those things can be done in a relatively short amount of time. My advice is to balance the big goals with smaller, more easy to accomplish ones so that completing those tasks will help keep you motivated to fight for the bigger picture.

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Inside Music Podcast #137: Goin’ DIY with Connor Skelly

Inside Music is a podcast about the lives of professionals in the music business. Each week, host James Shotwell chats with an artist or industry tastemaker to learn how anyone can navigate the world of entertainment.

On this episode of INSIDE MUSIC, host James Shotwell calls Beyond The Music founder Connor Skelly to discuss DIY with a catch. Instead of discussing bands finding success outside the traditional music business system, James and Connor chat about professionals who take their careers into their own hands and start something themselves. Connor recently quit his job with this very goal in mind, and though he’s only been at a few weeks he’s already seen some amazing results. Connor tells James of the trials he faced when trying to start something new and even offers advice to those hoping to follow in his footsteps.

In other news, Inside Music is now available on YouTube! Click here to stream the latest episode on our official channel. You can also subscribe to the show on iTunes, as well as any other podcast streaming service.

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