Some of the biggest names of the Australian music world often have some great opportunities just aching for the right kind of passionate music fan to grab the handle and walk on through them. So as a service to both them and you, we’ve taken the pain of scrolling through endless (and potentially dodgy) job listings by regularly putting together a nice little selection of the best career opps so you can start doing what you love for a living.
No free work or internships here, just authentic job opportunities for you music fans that are have been waiting for the chance to break into the industry. So update your CV, brush up your cover letter writing chops, and best of luck.
Universal Artist Marketing Manager
If you’ve got experience in repping musicians and bands, why not take a crack at marketing one of the world’s biggest and most recognisable catalogues? One of the ‘Big Three’, record label major Universal’s Sydney office has the put the call out for an Artist Marketing Manager to be the custodian of artists and labels in the areas of promotions, A&R, management, sales, merchandise, social media, artist relations – the whole kit and kaboodle. You’ll need some notches on the music industry belt for consideration, but assuming you’ve got that ticked, this is a pretty huge leg-up to one of the music world’s largest platforms.
Applications open now. Check out more info here
Universal Client Relations – Licensing
Another one from the major label, this time from Universal Music Publishing Group’s licensing team. Essentially, you’ll be sorting out getting the roster (a massive list from David Bowie to the Living End and beyond) in front of film, TV, advertising, and games industry music supervisors, to help the fulfil their soundtrack and licensing needs. For example, pitching The XX for that key emotional moment in a season finale, or sprucing up a themed playlist for Microsoft to pore over for their new blockbuster computer game. So if you know your music inside-out, “from Bacharach to Bieber”, got a good client list and know a bit about music copyright, then synch yourself to this position, stat.
Applications open now. Check out more info here
Neon Records Digital Marketing Co-Ordinator
If you’re all over SoundCloud, know how to craft a killer online presence, and love cutting-edge electronic music – this job vacancy’s a no-brainer. Sydney’s Neon Records – who reps the likes of Skrillex, Justice, Rudimental, Knife Party, and David Guetta – is looking to expand their online presence with interesting content, as well as for someone to open up their digital marketing channels through social media and streaming services like YouTube and Spotify. How? Through evaluating fan research, keeping abreast of emerging digital trends, working on cool marketing ideas with Neon Records’ label manager, and building relationships with clients.
Applications close 5th August. Check out more info here
Ministry Of Sound Receptionist
One of the world’s biggest dance music companies is looking for somebody to be the face and voice at their brand new premises in Darlinghurst, Sydney. Ministry Of Sound promises a “fantastic, informal work culture” but of course professionalism is key too, with strong experience in administration, organisation, and co-ordination all being key criteria. Music lovers will also have the edge over straight-laced management people, with attitude and team-building as important to the Ministry’s needs. Plus, you might get to move out from the front desk to other parts of the dance music business; “We have a culture here where hard work and initiative are rewarded by growth within the organisation.”
Applications close 25th July. Check out more info here
Sound Alliance Partnerships Manager
Are you a pop culture guru who knows your way around naked advertising and creative solutions? Say hello to your potential new vocation. Sound Alliance, the Sydney-based company behind FasterLouder, Mess+Noise, Inthemix, Junkee, and Same Same is hiring, seeking a “super smart, driven, and impressive salesperson” for a full-time position at their Surry Hills-based office. Though it’s all about meshing brand ideas and content with sales to champion Sound Alliance to a mix of established and new direct clients, only pop culture passionates need apply to be a key part of the company’s next chapter.
Applications close 8th August. Check out more info here
Konkrete Junior Booking Agent
An entry-point that could turn your love for EDM into a music touring career, Australia’s Konkrete Agency have a part-time Junior Booking Agent position open as it expands its operations that thus far have brought high-profile acts like Hardwell, Nicky Romero, and R3hab to our shores, as well as representing local faves like Peking Duk and HELENA. Working 20 – 25 hours a week (perfect for uni students), the successful applicant will be assisting with securing tours and bookings with Aussie music venues and festivals. There’s also some invoicing and contracting, as well as liaising with artists and putting together their tour itineraries (“get to the airport, guys!”).
Applications open now. Check out more info here
Arts Centre Application Support
An attractive position for the IT geniuses out there with a passion for arts and music. If you’re a wiz at business systems, computer applications configuration and account management, then your skills are needed by the Melbourne culture firmament behind some of the nation’s busiest attractions: Hamer Hall, the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, and the Theatres Building. Helping to establish and maintain a smooth and secure network and functional IT structure will reward with a healthy salary and super, plus other Arts Centre Melbourne opportunities in future.
Applications close Sunday 13th July. Check out more info here.
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