Some of the Australian music world’s biggest names often leave doors of opportunity ajar, just waiting for the right kind of professional music fan to come knocking.
Our regular Music Jobs column is the place where we’ll help you grab the proverbial handle and walk on through, as we take the pain out of scrolling through endless (and sometimes shady) job listings to provide you a selection of killer career opps in the music world.
No free work or internships here, just authentic chances to break into the music industry. So update your CV, brush up your cover letter writing chops, stop dreaming, and start doing what you love for a living.
In-House Touring Publicist at Bluesfest
Lismore/Far North Coast, NSW
This position has been filled
Massive Australian festival Bluesfest is hiring!
“Bluesfest, is a world renowned music festival approaching its 28th year in 2017 and is held annually in the idyllic surrounds of Byron Bay, NSW. We are seeking an in-house Bluesfest Touring publicist to join the team in Byron Bay. ”
“Bluesfest Touring is Bluesfest’s established touring company that presents over 100 sideshows each year across Australia & New Zealand as well as various tours throughout the year. As in-house Touring Publicist, you will be responsible for the co-ordination of outside show publicity and work closely with the Bluesfest team.”
Touring Manager/Booker at Bluesfest
Lismore/Far North Coast, NSW
This position has been filled
Not one, but two roles are available this year:
“We are seeking a passionate, hardworking individual to join our dynamic team in the role of Touring Manager for Bluesfest’s established touring company.”
“Bluesfest Touring manages the roll out of over 100 sideshows each year across Australia & New Zealand as well as various tours throughout the year. This highly rewarding job covers a diverse range of areas including promoting, marketing representing & booking artists.”
Project Manager At Thinking Loud
Sydney, NSW
We get a bunch of emails from this crew, and can definitely vouch for them.
They’re looking for “an experienced Project/Account Manager with a passion for music, entertainment and consumer brands. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead a range of client projects, as part of a growing agency portfolio of established global brands and desirable music sponsorship properties.”
You’ll need four years of relevant experience, and will be working with a variety of brands including Red Bull, Wrangler, Bacardi, 42Below, Armani, Oxfam, Boilerroom.tv and Sugar Mountain Festival.
More info over at Pedestrian.
Promo Producer (Arts/Music) At Foxtel
Sydney, NSW
If you’re a “Gun Creative with awesome abilities to Write, Direct, Edit and Produce”, “passionate about The Arts and Music”, and “know the difference between a rock concert and concerto”, then Foxtel may be the spot for you.
“We are looking for a Promo Producer to join the award winning Creative Team. You will need a great conceptual mind, skills on the edit decks and the cool composure to work with Artists and Musicians – no one likes a punisher. Behind the camera experience would be a bonus.
You will craft, capture and convey the channel’s brand personality and excite viewers to tune in and to stay tuned in producing a consistent quantity and quality of promos and short form/interstitials (as required).”
Have a look over at The Loop.
Promo Production Coordinator (Arts/Music) At Foxtel
Sydney, NSW
“The Arts and Music team is now looking for a Promo Production Coordinator to come on board and coordinate the production of promos and on-air content in line with creative standards and supporting the philosophy of the relevant channels.”
“The role will also support the creative department to ensure promos are completed and ready for on-air delivery, in order to effectively promote the Channels.”
This one’s also over at The Loop.
Social Media Coordinator (Arts/Music) At Foxtel
Sydney, NSW
“The Arts and Music team is now looking for a Social Media Coordinator to join the team in North Ryde! You will ensure that our channels fully exploit the potential of social media to promote our content, engage and entertain our subscribers and potential subscribers, and deliver the best cross channel entertainment package possible.”
“If you have at least a year’s experience in a digital or social role, and a passion for the arts and music, then this could be your next gig!”
They’ve got a brand new job listing up at LinkedIn.
Traffic Executive at ARN
Sydney, NSW
ARN oversees a portfolio of brands including the KIIS Network, Pure Gold Network, 96fm and Edge radio brands as well as music streaming and internet radio platform iHeartRadio, and is looking for a shiny new Traffic Executive.
They’re seeking “a highly motivated individual to undertake the fast paced role of Traffic Executive on a full time basis located at North Ryde. The Traffic Executive is responsible for undertaking the Traffic processing functions for network stations.”
“While experience in a similar role or within a media environment would be beneficial we are happy to train up a successful candidate with previous administration experience on our internal systems and processes. The role involves working with our Sales and On-Air Teams to ensure our Clients commercials air correctly – from booking to broadcast.”
Find out more at LinkedIn.
Digital Content Producer at ARN
Adelaide, SA
ARN are also looking for someone to produce digital content for them in their Adelaide office.
“Our Digital Content Producers are an integral part of our Digital team – work closely with our breakfast show “Jodie and Soda” whilst extending our brands onto into the digital world, creating engaging and entertaining content and we’re on the search for the next great digital mind to work with our very talented on air teams.”
Check this one out at LinkedIn.
Digital Campaign Manager at ARN
Sydney, SA
Finally, ARN are also on the lookout for a Digital Campaign Manager in Sydney, with 1-2 years of experience.
“We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Digital Campaign Manager to join our Sydney team to be responsible for managing the campaign workflow, including performance, and to work with partners to ensure effective campaign delivery.”
Check this one out at LinkedIn.
Graduate DSP Engineer at Dolby
Sydney, SA
Not strictly music-focussed, but certainly in the realm of sound engineering, and with one of the biggest names in the business.
“This position will be responsible for the design and implementation of world leading voice processing technologies as we continue to grow our capability in voice. Applicants will require some background in voice or audio DSP and a high level of motivation and initiative. As a member of the team you will have the opportunity to have a direct impact on the performance of the Dolby Voice platform, including the new Dolby Voice Conferencing Phone.”
Check this one out at LinkedIn.
Marketing Coordinator at triple j
Sydney, NSW
triple j are on the hunt!
“If you’ve got strong marketing experience, current knowledge of the music, media or entertainment industries and are full of ideas, you could be just the person we need to work with us on projects including the Hottest 100, One Night Stand, Unearthed High, Double J campaigns and triple j’s annual music festival partnerships.”
“This role is integral to the creation and implementation of marketing campaigns, competitions and publicity. It requires proven experience in marketing or promotions, excellent written expression, great communication skills and the ability to establish strong relationships with both the team and external partners.”
Check this one out at LinkedIn.
