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.
AV Technician at Sound Agents
Sound Agents is one of the fastest growing Event Staging Companies in the Australian marketplace, taking care of everything from small sound and lighting bookings for parties, right through to large scale festivals and corporate jobs and they’re looking for an AV guru just like you. With your years of experience in the corporate audiovisual events industry and significant knowledge of all AV and lighting equipment used in the delivery of corporate events, you’ll excel in your role as Sound Agents’ go-to AV guy or gal.
For more details and info on how to apply, head on over to Pedestrian.tv.
Event Manager at RAW
Are you an event management whiz looking to apply their abundant skills and knowledge at a bustling independent firm? Then RAW have your dream job just waiting for your to apply. As an Event Manager, you’ll be responsible for planning, promoting, and producing six emerging artist showcases a year in Melbourne. Your primary functions will be to scout and book emerging artists into showcases, communicate with artists in the lead up to the showcases, and to work with a team to physically produce each showcase. If you’re up for the challenge, check out the details below.
For more details and info on how to apply, head on over to Pedestrian.tv.
Editor at Music Feeds
Music Feeds, an Evolve Media, LLC company, who offer media destinations for men and women around the globe, garnering an audience of over 95 million people globally each month, are looking for a full-time Editor to be based in Sydney. Producing news pieces and features on a regular basis, the Editor will assist in commissioning and editing content from Music Feeds’ team of staff writers and contributors. If you’re a skilled and speedy writer with a comprehensive knowledge of music both old and new, as well as a knack for grammar, then this role is for you.
For more details and info on how to apply, head on over to Music Feeds.
Programming Manager at MTV
Yes, you could be (bragging about) working at the MTV. All you need to make it happen is your years of experience in program management and your broad knowledge of music across all eras and genres, as well as an understanding of how TV ratings work. As MTV’s Darlinghurst-based Programming Manager it will be your duty to design competitive programming schedules, which will be complementary and commercially viable to deliver ratings and revenue to the business as you oversee and execute channel schedules for all of Viacom Australia’s music channels.
For more details and info on how to apply, head on over to The Loop.
Creative Designer at Australian Radio Network
The ARN (Australian Radio Network) is one of Australia’s most progressive and dynamic media and entertainment companies, boasting a portfolio of brands that included instantly recognisable radio entities such as KIIS, Mix FM, Classic Hits, and Edge, as well as the music streaming platform iHeartRadio. So what does this have to do with you? Well, you talented graphics guru you, they’ve got an opportunity for a poised and eager Creative Designer to join their creative team and develop strong, innovative, multi-platform materials for integrated client solutions.
For more details and info on how to apply, head on over to The Loop.
Business Manager at Sonar
Sonar is one of Australia’s most successful music and sound companies, comprised of a creative collective of award-winning composers and sound designers who work across all mediums, including advertising, TV, and film, Sonar Music is looking for a Business Manager to join their busy team. Based out of their state-of-the-art facilities at Fox Studios Australia, the Business Manager will oversee Sonar’s business units and will be responsible for providing a broad range of business support services using their business expertise and knowledge of industry trends across music, advertising, TV, and film.
For more details and info on how to apply, head on over to The Loop.
Radio Gun at Hot Country Radio Network
Australia’s Hottest Country Music Networks are looking for a Radio Gun to be based in Bundaberg. Just what is a ‘Radio Gun’? Well, we’re hoping it’s you. Do you have a minimum of two years’ experience in commercial radio, have the goods when it comes to pulling an air shift, have experience in commercial production, creative writing skills, the ability to multi-task, as well as an appreciation for all things country? Then this role is most certainly for you. Best part, if Hot Country Radio like your style, you could be sticking around after the initial contract period.
For more details and info on how to apply, head on over to Radio Today.
