Month: July 2019

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Haulix News Podcasts

Inside Music Podcast #170: The Menzingers

The Menzingers

After thirteen years in the cutthroat alternative music scene, The Menzingers are riding high on a wave of great music and high praise.

There is no other band like The Menzingers. For over a decade, The Menzingers have been writing narrative-driven punk music that is both incredibly specific and universally relatable. Their songs toe the line between nostalgia and wanderlust with a precision unmatched by their peers and envied by younger generations. The band grows better with each release, and their new album, Hello Exile, is no exception.

On this episode of Inside Music, host James Shotwell sits down with guitarist and vocalist Tom May to discuss what makes The Menzingers one of rock’s most reliable groups. Tom tells James about his memories from the band’s earliest recordings, as well as what fans can expect from their latest material. Then the conversation transitions to the group itself, detailing the interpersonal relationships that have helped the group keep their heads above water all these years.

Hello Exile will hit stores on October 6 via Epitaph Records.

https://soundcloud.com/inside-music-podcast/170-the-menzingers-tom-may

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Spotify surpasses 230 million monthly users, 108 million subscribers

In a new call with investors, Spotify revealed continued, if slow, growth.

It’s good to be king. Spotify was the first to make a big splash with music streaming, and their early entry into the marketplace helped propel the Swedish company to the top of the food chain. These days, the term Spotify has become synonymous with streaming. “You can find them on Spotify” means, “you can stream their music online.” That’s an excellent place to be, and the latest stats for the music company show the good times are far from over.

Spotify held its Q2 earnings call with investors earlier this week. During the update, the company announced it had passed 232 million monthly active users, up 29% since this time last year. Spotify also boasts 108 million paid subscribers, up 31% year over year. An infographic detailing all the latest developments at the company was also released. Check it out:

The biggest announcements of Spotify’s Q2 earnings report.

Apple Music is Spotify’s closest competitor. At the beginning of July, Apple Music announced it had just surpassed the 60 million subscriber mark, which leaves Spotify with a substantial lead. However, the new data from Spotify reveals a slowing adoption rate for subscribers. The cause for that slowdown is not clear, but market saturation and increased competition are two likely factors contributing to the change.

Spotify has a lot of developments on the horizon that the company hopes will raise the growth rate, including additional podcast content and a device for automobiles that will eliminate the need for terrestrial radio in vehicles. You can learn more about the device, which has been dubbed the ‘car thing,’ in the Music Biz News clip below.

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Music Marketing 101: Work The Line

Clever digital marketing will get you far in the music business, but creative real-world marketing still matters.

Waiting in lines is an essential part of the live music experience. Be it a club show or an arena gig; music fans stand in lines to enter virtually every show they attend. The most dedicated followers often line up hours before anyone else to ensure they get to stand as close to their musical heroes as possible. That kind of devotion is an essential part of fandom, and it provides up and coming musicians a great opportunity to build their following.

When tours come through your region with lineups that relate to the music you perform, you should be working the line. In the simplest terms, working the line refers to a face-to-face promotional effort where musicians engage with music fans waiting to attend a show. It’s simple, effectively free, and can yield new followers of your career.

Many musicians work the line in three simple ways:

  1. The performers carry signs or wear shirts promoting their music. That way, everyone who sees them also sees their logo.
  2. Musicians will often carry a phone or portable MP3 player with high quality (over the ear) headphones. With each person they encounter, the musician will ask them to give their music a chance. They will also have CDs and download cards available for anyone who may feel compelled to make a purchase on the spot.
  3. After sharing their music, artists will ask consumers to sign up for their mailing list or to follow them on social media. That way, everyone who takes an interest in their music is contacted at least one additional time in the future. 

Some musicians think outside the box. Recently, I was walking by a venue in Grand Rapids, MI, when I spotted the following message written in chalk under an overpass:

Grand Rapids’ rapper Beatrat has the right idea when it comes to music promotion.

When fans line up for shows at that venue, the crowd often stretches under that same overpass. Considering there are no billboards or businesses in that space, this message from Beatrat is likely to garner some attention. It may not be pretty and it may not be the best possible representation of the music, but it is effective.

If you’re not working the lines outside venues in your area to promote your music then you letting dozens or more potential fans slip through your fingers. Step outside your comfort zone, learn how to talk about your music, and put yourself out there.

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Haulix Industry News News

How To Get A Record Deal in 2019 [VIDEO]

With the music industry changing faster than ever, record labels are being more particular about the artists they offer deals.

Last week, the Haulix team traveled to Los Angeles for a series of meetings with some of our favorite labels and industry professionals. We met with Hopeless Records, Pure Noise Records, Metal Blade Records, Prosthetic Records, and more. We covered a number of topics related to the music business, but there was one question we asked everyone:

What does it take to get a record deal in 2019?

We expected different answers from different labels, as they each have a specific niche of music they cater to, but the responses were mostly universal. Everyone agrees that you need talent above all else, but they believe talent alone is not enough. In the age of the internet, writing good songs and getting people to listen to them is the bare minimum an artist should be able to accomplish on their own. That kind of work ethic will start to create a conversation around your music, but again, that alone is not enough to get signed.

So, what does it take?

The music business is changing, and so is the type of artists who get signed. Labels are no longer able to take risks on everyone who creates a viral hit or knows how to write catchy songs. To stand out from the competition today, musicians need more than talent. Much more, in fact, and in this episode of Music Biz 101, host James Shotwell reveals what the biggest labels in music are looking for in the musicians they sign.


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Job Board News

Music Industry Job Board (July 29, 2019)

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:

Coordinator, Fan Engagement (WMG – Los Angeles, CA)

The Fan Engagement Coordinators are like the instrument techs and Front of House engineers at a concert – working behind the scenes but critical to a great performance. They oversee the foundational tasks that enable our department to move forward. Their job is comprised of 4 primary areas of responsibility: Content, Maintenance, Posting, and Research.

Music Programming Manager, Kids and Family (Spotify – NYC)

We are looking for a broadly experienced Music Programmer to join Spotify’s global Music team in New York. You will identify and curate first rate music playlist listening experiences for a multitude of our kids and family offering and demonstrate a passion for performance-oriented analytics. Above all, your work will impact the way the world experiences music.

Inside Sales Representative (SESAC – Nashville, TN)

SESAC is looking for a Licensing Account Representative (Inside Sales) to join our team in Nashville. The Licensing Account Representative is responsible for selling license agreements to business owners that use SESAC represented music. The ideal candidate should be comfortable selling on the phone and via email, and be successful and motivated to meet established goals.

Music Licensing Executive (Apple – Santa Clara Valley, CA)

We are seeking a Music Licensing Executive for our newly developed Apple TV+ service. In this position you will work directly with the Head of Music (HOM) for Apple TV+ across all aspects of programming, short form, promos and digital content. You will be directly involved in the production process, communicating regularly with Production teams, Music Supervisors, Composers, Production Management, Marketing, Business Development, Business and Legal Affairs, and IP Litigation teams, supporting strategy and securing clearances.

Music Coordinator (Bunim/Murray Productions – Glendale, CA)

Bunim/Murray Productions, producers of shows such as The Real World, Born This Way, Keeping up with the Kardashians, and many more… is currently seeking a full time Music Coordinator to support our Music Department.

Stage Manager, Summit Music Hall (Live Nation – Denver, CO)

A Stage Manager with Live Nation Clubs and Theaters is a department supervisor responsible for the implementation and execution of producing live events within the venue.

On Air in Music City! WJXA-FM Radio (Midwest Communications – Nashville, TN)

Mix 92.9, Nashville’s powerhouse AC, has openings for both full time and part time announcers! This is the perfect opportunity to make the move to Nashville and grab some air time on a highly respected radio station. If you have a positive attitude with a passion for radio, you are upbeat and warm and know how to talk to our target female demographic, we want to hear from you! This position will need to be available for regular weekend work and air shifts during the week as well as production time.

Ambassador 1 (Music City Center – Nashville, TN)

Responsibilities include greeting all individuals and assisting with any questions regarding the facility, events, or City of Nashville; giving tours of the Music City Center highlighting the art collection and sustainability initiatives.

Contracts Administrator (SRO Artists Inc – Middleton, WI)

This is a full time, key position in an office of eight employees. SRO is a national entertainment booking agency representing 35 artists who perform across the country and Canada. The Contracts Administrator supports the sales staff and is responsible for transferring engagement details into up to 800 performance contracts per year. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized and independent individual to handle the administrative duties in a collaborative, small office setting. This includes record keeping filing, tracking, banking, computer processing, and communicating with customers and artist managers. Excellent communication, math and computer skills are required.

Administrative Assistant School of Performing Arts (Reinhardt University – Waleska, GA)

The Administrative Assistant to the Dean of the School of Performing Arts is responsible for the smooth operation of the academic programs in coordination with the Director of the Falany Performing Arts Center. These duties assume maintenance of the academic calendar, scheduling of classes, management of application/audition materials, and management of budget/expense records.

Coordinator, Business Affairs (SESAC – Nashville, TN)

SESAC is looking for a Coordinator, Business Affairs to join our team in Nashville. The Coordinator, Business Affairs will provide unparalleled service and attention to our affiliates by ensuring accurate and timely support to writer and publisher accounts, addressing pertinent inquiries/questions/concerns relating to SESAC distributions and services, and providing general administrative support to Business Affairs, as well as other key departments within the organization. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have exceptional attention to detail, and excellent communications skills.

Account Executive (WTTS Radio – Indianapolis, IN)

Music. Experiences. Community. It’s what we’re about at 92-3 WTTS,Indy’s locally-owned and operated adult alternative rock radio station. And right now, we’re looking to grow our Indianapolis sales team. Are you driven and self-motivated? Do you want to help local businesses grow and achieve their dreams? Are you ready to work hard and succeed in a fun, fast paced environment? We’d love to hear from you. One thing, though…This is NOT corporate radio. This is WTTS, an equal opportunity employer that’s all about the music.

Coordinator, Rights Management (Sony – NYC)

Reporting to the Manager, Rights Management, the full-time Coordinator will be responsible for performing a variety of projects pertaining to claiming and monetization on fingerprinting platforms and at performing rights societies, such as YouTube, Facebook, & SoundExchange.

Premium Experiences Sales Coordinator (Live Nation – Los Angeles, CA)

The Premium Seating & Experiences Department is responsible for generating ticket revenue and a premium guest experience. The Premium Seating Sales Coordinator is in charge of the overall account management and coordination to meet established sales objectives. This requires excellent organizational, administrative and communication skills, together with the ability to deliver high standards of customer service.

Executive Assistant (WMG – Los Angeles, CA)

Under direct supervision, with some latitude for independent judgment and decision is responsible for providing executive support to the Chief Executive Officer.

Manager, Rights & Partnerships (United Entertainment Group – Beverly Hills, CA)

UEG is currently looking for a Manager supporting our FILM & TV business segment. This employee will assist in growing this part of the business through delivering a high level of client service in the form of executional excellence, relationship management, and proactive thinking with existing clients and studio/network partners.

School of Music Program Coordinator (The 92nd Street Y – New York, NY)

The School of Music Program Coordinator will assist the Director of the School of Music with the daily operations of the school. The Coordinator serves as a liaison between the Director and the faculty, registered students and the general public. The Coordinator will provide support to the School of Music, staff, faculty and patrons to ensure an efficient and organized administration service that sustains the smooth running of the school. On occasions, the Coordinator will also be required to represent the School of Music at community and professional events.

Executive, Music Business Affairs (CAA – Nashville, TN)

The Business Affairs department at CAA is seeking a thorough and motivated lawyer to join the Music department in the Nashville office. This position requires a highly analytical mindset with the ability to execute against multiple, high priority projects in a fast-paced environment.

Music Program Director (School of Rock – Aurora, CO)

The Music Director embodies rock and roll in a positive way. In this role you will be responsible for inspiring students to achieve their musical and creative potential while providing students with great and memorable experiences.

College of Entertainment & Music Business, Program Assistant (Belmont University – Nashville, TN)

Assist the associate dean, program chairs, and faculty with daily administrative and operational needs of Curb College academic programs.

Music Executive (CKM Beauty – Los Angeles, CA)

You are a music deal maker and have contacts with up and coming female vocalists and songwriting talent to create hit pop songs. You can structure the deal with cutting edge producers, lawyers, radio, TV / media engagements, streaming platforms and all necessary components for worldwide promotion.

DJ, Music Coordinator (New York Islanders Hockey Club – Brooklyn, NY)

The New York Islanders are looking for a DJ, Music Coordinator for all preseason, regular season and postseason home games throughout the 2019-20 season. The position’s duties will include providing fun, energetic, thematic music to create a unique, family friendly environment at NYCB Live: Home of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Barclays Center.

Administrative Assistant, Music School (Bach To Rock – Redmond, WA)

Bach to Rock is an exciting new music franchise that puts the fun back into learning music. We are seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to work a set schedule of between 25 – 30 hours a week, including most weekdays 3-8pm and Saturdays. The person will be responsible for administrative operations and be an integral part of the team. 

Music Executive (Steereo Inc – Los Angeles, CA)

The Steereo Music Executive should be committed to Steereo artistry, innovation as well as striving to improve the Music experience on the Steereo Platform . As a culture we believe that the world of streaming music is changing, and while anyone has the ability to build their own audience, they should also have the ability to reach that audience and in our case via the rideshare industry. You should have an extensive music industry background which can effectively grow our Artist network, as well as being able to help build out our music partnerships division through quantitative and strategic measures.

Content Development Manager, Music & Culture (Quibi – Los Angeles, CA)

Quibi has an immediate opening for a content development manager to oversee the development and production of premium, short-form alternative television series focusing on music and cultural programming.

Music Industry Sales (Thorndale Partners – Nashville, TN)

Leverage a long history as a leader in music rights management to secure music licenses from chain, specialty, and national business accounts.

Music Business Internship (International Songwriting Competition – Nashville, TN)

Interns will assist the Marketing Director and the Director of Artist Relations. Qualified interns will contribute to the overall marketing and artist relations plans for 2019. Qualified candidates may come from the music business, performance, marketing, graphic design, or any other related major. Familiarity with a Mac is a plus, but certainly not a requirement.

Tour Production Manager (Global Merchandising Services – Los Angeles, CA)

Fully manage assigned tours scheduled in North America

Music Contract Specialist (Netflix – Los Angeles, CA)

The Netflix Music Team seeks a seasoned Music Contract Specialist to handle music license agreements for our expanding slate of Originals content. This role will have a broad responsibility for reviewing, drafting and negotiating a high volume of synchronization and master use license agreements for the use of music in our owned productions. As we produce more and more of our own content, our music repertoire continues to grow and with it the need for expertise around the licensing out of our music to third parties. This role will also work closely with our Music Licensing Team to manage the end-to-end process of licensing out our music to third parties, including drafting and negotiating licenses.

Frontdesk Administrator (Native Instruments – Los Angeles, CA)

Native Instruments is looking for a Front Desk Administrator who is passionate about music and technology to join our team in Hollywood. 

Administrative Assistant for Music and Digital Media Department (University of Valley Forge – Phoenixville, PA)

The University of Valley Forge seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant for the Music and Digital Media departments to commence in August 2019.

Coordinator, School of Music (Dana Hall School – Wellesley, MA)

Dana Hall School seeks candidates for the position of Coordinator – School of Music. The individual in this position will be accountable for:

  • Serving as the first point of contact for students/families, processing registrations, scheduling music lessons/ensembles and managing inquiries
  • Processing data with accuracy to manage Grades and Comments, student invoicing, purchase orders, faculty payroll, etc.
  • Coordinating attendees, facility and programming detail for student performance events, including recitals and auditions, attending periodically
  • Working closely with diverse Dana Hall functional groups, including the Business Office, Human Resources, Facilities, Academic Administration, faculty, and intern team to support student music lessons at Dana Hall
  • Executing regular informative Music School PR materials, including digital communication and flyers to music faculty, students/families, and the Dana Hall community
  • Supporting the upkeep of the Music School’s instruments, facility, supplies, and general maintenance

Candidates must have 2-4 years of experience in customer service and data management, as well as demonstrated written and verbal communication skills. A Bachelor’s degree, as well as experience in music study, is preferred. Other requirements include strong Microsoft Office skills and database management experience. Digital and social media fluency preferred.

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Music Industry Job Board (July 22, 2019)

New openings:

Music Marketing Program Lead (Apple Music – Culver City, CA)

Apple is in search of a talented, ambitious and progressive marketing team leader with a minimum of 12 years of marketing experience to join the Apple Music marketing team in Culver City. This person will lead a small team of marketing program managers responsible for developing robust marketing campaigns and scaleable programs designed to reach specific consumer/audience segments. This position works hand in hand across the organization, as well as with music content providers and third-party partners to reach consumers/music fans across genres including Country, Pop, Latin, Dance, Hip Hop and more. As the lead for this team, The Apple Music marketing team is responsible for driving trials and subscriptions, as well as developing creative campaigns that resonate with consumers, and this role will have an integral role in achieving those objectives as part of the broader Music Marketing team.

Coordinator, Digital Accounts (WMG – NYC)

Within this role, you will be actively working alongside labels & Spotify to execute initiatives alongside the digital accounts team and maximize market share for WMG. You will actively engage in projects with our account management & Spotify teams to discover new best practices and better serve our label partners and WMG. You will be a creative voice to advise the account management team on marketing strategy to best promote WMG artists and content for optimization. You will execute initiatives with Spotify label services to push for maximum exposure for the Warner music artist roster.

Marketing Analyst (Musifai – New York, NY)

We are looking for someone who is energetic, enthusiastic, and excited about joining a rapidly growing startup. We want you to create community engagement events and marketing initiatives to help promote brand awareness and improve sales productivity.

Business Management Specialist (Elliot Davis – Nashville, TN)

We’re Elliott Davis, and we’re revolutionizing what it means to work in the public accounting field. Around here, we may do the work of accountants, but we think like startup entrepreneurs, social do-gooders and community leaders. So, what does that mean for you? We’re so happy you asked. We are looking for a Business Management Specialist/Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our Nashville-Vaden Office, serving our clients in the Music and Entertainment Industries.

Streaming Account Coordinator (Epidemic Sound – New York, NY)

The Streaming Account Coordinator role is a junior position suited for someone who is passionate and knowledgeable about the music industry. Your main goal will be to support our pitching operations, and relationships & performance with digital platforms. Streaming is one of Epidemic’s fastest growing business areas. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment with lots of potential to shape our business, learn and grow within the music space, then this is the position for you.

Inside Sales Representative, Chain Accounts (BMI – Nashville, TN)

The Sales Representative will leverage BMI’s long history as a leader in music rights management to secure music licenses from chain, specialty and national business accounts. By driving BMI’s music catalog value proposition, the successful sales representative connects with a wide range of industries and business through outbound sales calls. The Sales Representative in our National Sales team will also conduct outbound calls to develop their own leads for sales and pipeline activities.

HR Coordinator (PopGun Presents – Brooklyn, NY)

PopGun is looking for an HR Coordinator to report directly to the CFO / COO and handle all compliance and payroll-related matters for PopGun as well as it’s music venue Elsewhere. PopGun / Elsewhere are inclusive, diverse, hardworking, and collaborative workplaces. We are looking for someone to take on this role as we continue to grow as a team and business. Must have a keen understanding of NYC hospitality regulation and compliance, looking for a place to grow, and believe in our mission of shifting emerging culture in NYC.

Business Operations Specialist (Westwood One – NYC)

CUMULUS MEDIA | Westwood One, New York, NY is looking for a Business Operations Specialist to join our team. The full-time Business Operations Specialist reports directly to the Director of Business Operations, and will work closely with several departments within Westwood One including Sales Planning, Traffic, Research, and Affiliate Sales. The specialist will work independently and with team members to maintain programming affiliation and ensure accurate and timely reporting of audience data.

Events Manager (AEG – Los Angeles, CA)

The Events Manager plans, directs, and coordinates events held at the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC). Assist other team members in coordinating and covering events. 

Music Account Executive (Steereo Inc – New York, NY)

Steereo is an exciting Music company that provides radio for rideshare and sits at the intersection of radio and digital audio. Steereo is one of the fastest growing tech startup companies in the US. The Steereo Sales team, is a collaborative team, who hold themselves to high standards and execute. The team celebrates the wins and consistently works to surpass the goals. Management supports team members with career development to make them the best salesperson they can be.

Artist Marketing Manager (YouTube – NYC)

You will lead strategy and business operations for our Artist Marketing team across global campaigns and strategic projects. This requires a hyper-creative, organized, and motivated professional to guide strategy development, manage our artist pipeline, and help build the tool and processes to launch global artist marketing campaigns. You will oversee the strategic development of our approach with our partners and the broader industry, working with our product, artist relations, programming, brand and creative, press, media teams, and more to build full-scale promotions that serve our business and our artist partners.

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.

Marketing Director (Rockwood Music Hall – New York, NY)

Rockwood is currently seeking an experienced marketing director to join our team. The marketing director is responsible for marketing all Rockwood events as well as promoting the Rockwood brand to the public, driving new business through creative marketing initiatives.

Business Development Manager (dFm – New York, NY)

We are a dedicated team of agile creators that execute meaningful strategies that bridge content and commerce with people and platforms. With offices in Los Angeles and New York, our curiosity drives us to the front lines of culture allowing us to anticipate dynamic opportunities for a global network of clients and collaborators.

Digital Administration Analyst (BMI – Nashville, TN)

Leverage organizational, technical, and communication skills to manage the delivery of Digital Licensing Administration Services. The individual will be directly involved in all aspects of delivery, which include but are not limited to account management, royalty claiming, income analysis, invoice tracking, distribution production oversight, custom reporting, and ad-hoc reporting. The individual will apply knowledge of BMIs distribution & performance data – what exists where, and in what format, and the different tools needed to interact with it, in order to provide insights and recommendations that inform business decisions and process engineering. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the digital audio marketplace, experience in music rights management and royalty accounting, and a balanced portfolio of skills that includes data querying, analysis, and client communication.

Administrative Specialist for Local Entertainment Company (Malu Productions, Inc. – Oahu Island, HI)

Looking for high-level admin support for various full-time shifts Monday – Sunday. We offer some flexibility in scheduling. Those open to a work week that includes Sat and/or Sunday encouraged to apply. We are an award-winning local company that has been in business for 20 years.

Coordinator, Business Affairs (Sony – NYC)

We are seeking an entry-level candidate to undertake a variety of tasks for Sony/ATV Music Publishing’s Business & Legal Affairs Department.

Coordinator, Rights Management (Sony – NYC)

Reporting to the Manager, Rights Management, the full-time Coordinator will be responsible for performing a variety of projects pertaining to claiming and monetization on fingerprinting platforms, such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, & SoundCloud, while providing high-level, internal support for our label managers to ensure that client issues are resolved immediately.

Coordinator, Sync and Licensing (Sony – NYC)

The Orchard is looking for a Coordinator in the Licensing and Sync Department to join our talented NYC team. The Sync Department is responsible for the soliciting of music from our huge collection of diverse international music for placement in film, TV, advertising and video games. This entry-level position will focus on administration of all aspects of pitching a track to a production and coordinating the issuing of licensees and invoices.

Music Curator / Music Reviewer (The Music Development Agency – Manhattan, NY)

As we re-invent our Music Operations division, Music Curators / Music Reviewers are set to become the heart of our company’s music DNA. It is an exciting opportunity to share your passion for music with the world. As Music Curator you will manage music submissions for our media outlets, which include a podcast, TheMusicDA.tv, blog, and playlists, as well as our external operations such as licensing. In this role, you will need hybrid skills of an A&R and a blogger/writer.

Administrative Assistant (UMG – Santa Monica, CA)

Universal Music Group is the world leader in music-based entertainment, with a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. Featuring the most comprehensive catalog of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMG identifies and develops artists and produces and distributes the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the world.

Job Functions:

  • Manage my diary, meetings, travel, expenses
  • Check team expenses comply with policy
  • Manage team vacation schedule to ensure coverage in the key team areas
  • Keep track of team budget, ensure categorizations of expenses are correct, liaise with Finance team on a regular basis
  • Manage team subscriptions, insight tools, third party services – schedule of renewals, manage users, allocate log ins globally, track usage of tools/services
  • Assist senior team members with travel and group sessions with clients
  • Organize team off-sites, conferences, larger meetings
  • Manage team equipment and facilities requests

Purchase and Sales Analyst (Ticket Shine, Inc. – Huntington Beach, CA)

Based out of Huntington Beach, Ticket Shine is a fast-growing ticket brokerage that buys and resells tickets to concert events in the United States and Canada. Fast paced environment with a strong culture and a “Crush it!” mentality where we believe in having fun while achieving our goals. We are looking for a Purchases and Sales Analyst to fill a major role in the organization and lead the company to continued growth. The position will drive ongoing revenue and gross profits. Like an investment analyst or a risk analyst, you utilize both quantitative and qualitative analytics to drive buying and selling decisions. Extensive training and mentoring are provided, and exceptional performance is rewarded.

Administrative Assistant, Marketing (WMG – Los Angeles, CA)

The Marketing department is the chief holder of information on the status of an individual project (record or dvd) scheduled to be released into the marketplace. Primary focus lies in discovering effective advertising avenues, market research, dissemination of useful information to fellow staff members and partner labels

Executive Director, Music Administration (Sony Pictures – Culver City, CA)

Sony Pictures Entertainment is looking for a dynamic Executive Director, Music Administration. This role reports into the Head of Music and will be based at our Culver City, CA studio headquarters.

Event Coordinator, Music City Center (Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County – Nashville, TN)

Coordinating and producing small, local, and/or short-term business including but not limited to meetings, banquets, special events, and public functions.

Church Music Marketing Coordinator (Word Music and Church Resources – Nashville, TN)

As a team member of WMCR, 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, 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.

Outbound Sales (Guitar Center – Indianapolis, IN)

Do you love music and have a passion for sales and business development? Do you have a natural inclination to put your customers first and support their needs? The Outbound Sales Representative (or, Gear Advisor as we call these rock star Associates!) is empowered and responsible for managing all facets of the customer experience. He/she will be responsible for establishing, servicing, and maintaining a customer base in an Omni channel environment. The Gear Advisor is the “face” of our business and expected to provide our Customers with the best buying experience possible.

Ecommerce Coordinator (dreamGEAR LLC – Torrance, CA)

The Ecommerce Coordinator will be responsible for the execution of online marketing strategies and initiatives that drive awareness and the incremental sales of products within the Bionik, My Arcade, iSound, and dreamGEAR brands. Using their unique understanding of the consumer purchasing logic, the Ecommerce Coordinator will collaborate with sales and marketing teammates to create both written and graphic assets that help educate consumers on our unique products and the benefits they bring.

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Three common marketing mistakes artists make online [VIDEO]

Digital marketing is an essential element of music business success, and there are certain things everyone must do to get ahead.

Music is all about self-expression. A great song can tell the world who you are, what you feel, and what you believe matters most in life. That same material can make an impact on listeners that literally changes how they see the world around them. Music is a wonderful thing in that way, but to reach people, you need to know how to market your creativity.

Digital marketing is the backbone of music promotion today. It is impossible to imagine an artist getting ahead without having a strong presence online. Before you can reach the masses with your ideas, however, there are a few essential marketing concepts you need to understand.

First and foremost, consistent branding is what separates musicians people remember from the ones who are forgotten. There are way more good musicians no one remembers than there are great musicians everyone can easily recognize. The reasons for this are numerous, but more often than not, branding is at the center of it all. A great brand makes you seem more professional, more talented, and altogether better.

As for the other two elements, you’ll need to watch the latest episode of our video series, Music Biz 101. Embedded below, the video finds host James Shotwell breaking down the essential elements of successful digital marketing that many artists overlook when attempting to promote themselves online.

Don’t allow yourself to become another musician no one remembers. Watch this episode of Music Biz 101 and get to work!

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PSA: Your band does not belong on LinkedIn

LinkedIn is the place where professionals from every industry connect, but the platform has nothing to offer groups trying to promote their new release.

Social media plays an essential role in music today. Every artist has at least one account. Most have several, and if they’re smart, they create unique content for each. 

Gary Vaynerchuk, one of the web’s most prolific business strategists, says people should share 100 pieces of content per day on social media. That is a lot of work, especially if you are creating content for platforms with nothing to offer your career.

LinkedIn is no place for bands. Musicians balancing their passion for performance with the need to work a day job may find it useful for networking, but it is no place for music promotion.

That should be obvious. No aspect of LinkedIn or its marketing is meant to engage musicians. Some could argue it barely engages the music industry at large. Still, not a week goes by without musicians — or worse, bands — send invitations to industry professionals at all levels of the business.

This does not convey “I understand the internet.”

Using LinkedIn to promote your music with a profile could even be detrimental to your career. Label executives and A&R reps are seeking talent that knows how to leverage social media for success. A profile on LinkedIn for your music career reveals a lack of understanding. It says, “Hey world, I’m flailing. Please give me attention because I don’t know how to capture your eyes and ears.”

Instead of adding more social media profiles to your brand, focus your efforts on the platforms where people are already engaging with your music and similar artists. Specifically, work on maximizing your presence on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram before going anywhere else. That is where the online masses are engaging with content, and that is where the chance of discovery is highest. 

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The difference between music professionals and amateurs

There is one thing that separates music professionals from hobbyists and amateurs: Their willingness to work.

No two words are more frequently uttered by aspiring music professionals than “I’m gonna.” This fact is not based on science, nor is the second word even technically a word, but fifteen years of industry chats have proven it correct nonetheless. Aspiring professionals love to talk about what they’re ‘gonna’ do. The bands they’re gonna work with, the show they’re gonna go to, the story they’re gonna write, etc.

No one cares about what you’re gonna do. Everyone cares about you’re doing right now.

The main difference between amateurs and professionals is a willingness to do the work required to reach the position they desire. Great ideas and a desire to good for others in music alone are not enough. True professionals put action behind their thought, and they do so without having to be given permission or motivation from the outside world.

The pursuit of dreams alone is not enough. Everyone is chasing a dream. Everyone wishes to be something more than what they are right now. The problem is most folks stop at wishing. To break from the herd and separate yourself as a professional, you have to be willing to dig and do the work. It’s both as simple and as complicated as that.

If you don’t know where to begin, turn to someone who does. Find a professional doing the job you’d like to have and express your interest in the business. Research on your own as well (no one wants to hear questions that Google can answer).

Start with a single decision: Today will be different. Star there and make good on it. With a little time and a lot of hard work, making moves on your own will become second nature. Others will soon take notice, and life will change, but that only happens if you take it upon yourself to do the work.

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Inside Music Podcast #169: Static-X (Tony Campos)

Discussing everything from Wisconsin Death Trip to the legacy of Wayne Static, Static-X bassist Tony Campos stops by Inside Music to share his unique journey in music.

Most artists dream of writing one song that captures the attention of other people. If they can accomplish that, those same artists may dream of doing it again, and again, until one day they release an album. That album will determine the trajectory of their career, as will everything that happens after the record is in stores. There are no guarantees in music. The most successful artists know this is true, and they never forget it.

Static-X did not plan on being together in 2019. If you could return to 1994 and tell the four-piece metal band a record they would release in 1999 would become an iconic piece of work they would probably laugh. Wisconsin Death Trip is a gem of the industrial metal genre. Two decades after its release, people are still falling in love with the album’s hard-hitting sound.

In 2014, Static-X unexpectedly lost founding member and vocalist Wayne Static. The news hit hard with fans and members alike, leading many to believe the band was as good as dead. Five years later, however, the group is back in action.

The Wisconsin Death Trip twentieth-anniversary tour is currently entertaining sold-out crowds across America. Static-X has not replaced Static. Instead, the band is collaborating with a mysterious vocalist called Xer0 who wears a Static mask on stage. The vocals are similar enough to embody the spirit of the original material, all while keeping the legacy of Static front and center.

Recently, Static-X bassist Tony Campos sat down with Inside Music host James Shotwell to discuss the band’s unlikely reunion. Campos revealed the hard work that went into the band’s new tour, as well as the group’s plans to continue celebrating Static’s life through music. You can stream the conversation below.

https://soundcloud.com/inside-music-podcast/169-static-x-tony-campos

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