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.
PR Manager at Thinking Loud
Sydney based entertainment and lifestyle PR company Thinking Loud – whose clients include Future Classic, EMI, RBMA, Bacardi and Boiler Room – are on the hunt for a PR Manager to add to their growing team. The successful candidate will be working with a range of clients that include boutique and major record labels, established global brands and desirable music sponsorship properties.
The type of person they’re after is an individual who is looking for a varied, culturally rich and challenging role with huge potential to help build the agency client base and culture. You must have at least four years of relevant experience in public relations, with strong media contacts and a passion for music and entertainment. If this is you, email Gareth Watkins at [email protected] for more details.
AR & Creative Manager at Universal
Are you a passionate music lover? Are you always hipping your friends to new bands, artists, and genres? Does identifying, signing, and developing new music talent sound like something you reckon you might be good at? Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) have an opportunity to let you prove what you’re made of. They’re on the hunt for an A&R & Creative Manager who’ll be responsible for scouting, identifying, signing, developing, maintaining and nurturing new and existing songwriting talent.
For more info or to apply, head on over to Pedestrian.tv.
Accounts Assistant at Vicious Recordings
Vicious Recordings, one of Australia’s favourite record labels, was founded in the late 1990s and is now based in South Yarra in Melbourne. The culture of this thriving, well-established company is energetic, creative, and full of passion for music. If you want to combine your love of music with your in-depth knowledge of accounting, this is the job for you. As their new Account Assistant, you will process and manage the company’s Accounts receivables, ensuring all transactions are according to their terms of trade, collecting outstanding debts, and maintaining great relationships with their artists and providers.
For more info or to apply, head on over to Pedestrian.tv.
Digital Assistant at Elefant Traks
With a roster that boasts some of the hottest hip-hop talent in the country, a job at Elefant Traks will see you working for one of Australia’s most respected, critically acclaimed, and beloved record labels. As their new Digital Assistant, you will be someone immersed in new technologies with a particular interest in subscription and streaming landscapes. You’ll have a genuine passion for and interest in music, a degree in business or communications, and be proficient in digital marketing and metrics, combined with an ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
For more info or to apply, head on over to Pedestrian.tv.
Label & Artist Relations at Apple Music
In addition to their status as a tech giant, Apple is one of the biggest entities in the global music market. Their Sydney office is currently on the lookout for a highly talented individual to join their team. As their new Label & Artist Relations person, you will help grow Apple Music by successfully managing their relationships with their label partners, artists, and artist managers. You will have a passion for discovering new music across a variety of territories and genres and a great knowledge of the local music and media markets, with experience working at a label or the music industry.
For more info or to apply, head on over to Grape Vine Jobs.
Digital Video Producer at MTV
MTV Australia is on the hunt for some fun, experienced Digital Media Video Producers to join the MTV web team in Darlinghurst, Sydney for a 12-month contract. Working in a small, self-sufficient production team, you will be responsible for creating sharable, engaging short-form video content from concept to delivery for digital platforms. You are incredibly passionate about creating original content with major share potential, and are able to both ideate and execute on creative initiatives from pre-production through to post.
For more info or to apply, head on over to The Loop.
Retail Salesperson at JB Hi-Fi
JB Hi-Fi’s Werribee store is searching for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Retail Salesperson to join their friendly team on a full-time employment basis. You will thrive working in a fast-paced, diverse, and exciting environment. You will also possess excellent communication skills, a vibrant personality, and proven sales history in achieving set targets. Previous experience in selling mobile phones, portable audio, and/or cameras is preferred. However, you will be required to work across a range of product departments in the store.
For more info or to apply, head on over to LinkedIn.
