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.
Recorded Music Manager At Unified
Full-time / Melbourne, VIC
“UNIFIED is a collective of forward thinking music lovers that share a simple goal: to simplify the lives of artists. We exist as an artist services company; providing label, management, merchandise, publishing and touring services. With offices in Melbourne, Sydney, London and New York, UNIFIED is one of the fastest growing companies in Australia.
“We are excited to be expanding our team further with two important new roles opening up to facilitate our growth. Please read the descriptions and instructions carefully on each role before applying.
UNIFIED is looking for a senior label manager to oversee its ever growing Recorded Music department. This person will oversee the label group that includes UNFD, ONETWO, NLV Records and Hopeless Records amongst others. This role is a senior role for someone with Label Management experience.”
More info is available here.
Touring Manager At Unified
Full-time / Melbourne, VIC
“UNIFIED is looking for a junior co-ordinator to assist with its touring venture launched earlier this year. The role will include Social Media, Marketing and Admin, and is the perfect role for those looking to enter a career as a promoter from a junior level.”
Find out more here.
Music And Events Co-Ordinator At ABC
Full-time / Sydney, NSW
“ABC Music and Events are looking for a Digital Coordinator to coordinate content promotion and delivery across all major service providers.”
“ABC Commercial manages a range of media businesses which create, distribute and market content, products and services related to the programming and Charter activities of the ABC. The division develops products including music, books, magazines, licensed merchandise, and adult and kids video entertainment which it distributes through ABC Shop Online. ABC Commercial distributes ABC and other content domestically and internationally to other broadcasters and platforms.”
Find out more at ABC.
Ecommerce Manager At Universal Music Australia
Full-time / Sydney, NSW
“As part of the wider eCommerce function, the eCommerce Manager champions an innovative and inclusive culture that seeks out new opportunities to develop digital marketing strategies to grow an engaged audience/fan base to maximise engagement.
“Plan, develop and deliver new online revenue generating opportunities across bespoke store plays along with ensuring existing online stores revenue/product development is maximized.”
Have a gander over at LinkedIn.
Digital Content Producer At Australian Radio Network
Full-time / Adelaide, SA
“ARN (Australian Radio Network) is one of Australia’s most progressive and dynamic media and entertainment companies with a portfolio of brands including the KIIS Network, Pure Gold Network and Edge radio brands as well as music streaming and internet radio platform iHeartRadio. ARN is wholly owned by APN News and Media.
“Our Digital Content Producers are an integral part of our Digital team – work closely with our Mix102.3 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.”
Give this one a look at LinkedIn.
Country Finance Manager At Sonos
Full-time / Melbourne, VIC
“Our band is large. And while there’s plenty of room for all kinds of personalities and skill sets to succeed, there are certain qualities that will help you thrive here.
“Like a never-accept-less work ethic. An exceptionally low ego-to-talent ratio (none of the first, tons of the latter). A relentless craving to push past your limits and try new things. The smarts and the humble confidence to take on big challenges, make mistakes fast and early, embrace tough feedback, then recover quickly with fresh, startlingly perfect solutions. A fearless willingness to defend great work. And a tendency to totally geek out on music.”
Check this one out over at LinkedIn.
Social Media Coordinator (Arts And Music) At Foxtel
Full-time / Sydney NSW
“We’re an entertainment brand that’s been built by great people who work together as one to achieve amazing things. We’re storytellers. We operate in an exciting action-packed industry where everything’s always moving and changing, and it takes lots of determination to keep up. With us, there will never be a dull moment. You’ll have continuous opportunities to push yourself further, and the support of a team that’s always quick to lend a hand and celebrate its wins. This is a place where you can create your own story.
“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!”
More on this one over at LinkedIn.
Promo Production Coordinator (Arts And Music) At Foxtel
Full-time / 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.”
Read more over at LinkedIn.
Booking/Touring Manager At Bluesfest
Full-time / Byron Bay, NSW
This position has been filled
“Bluesfest is a world renowned Music Festival that is held annually in the picturesque surrounds of Byron Bay, NSW. 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.”
