Task 1
I researched jobs opportunities in the music industries and I found lots of jobs for example:Pianist
A Swing, Jive, Western Swing, Boogie Woogie band is looking for a rhythm/boogie woogie pianist to make up 6 person band. They are a professional band of full time musicians, playing specialist vintage American influenced music for dancing. Applicants should send c.v. photo and an audio demo c.d. together with contact details to the stated address. Age, sex, geographical location and ability to read is unimportant, musical excellence in the field is. If suitable applicants will be auditioned. Location: East Anglia/national, Salary: 130 per gig, Duration: part time.
Studio Manager/ Engineer/ Maintenance
They are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and motivated individual to work with the current manager to help run the business. The person will need to be able to run the office, engineer in the studio and maintain the recording equipment. The person will have to work long hours and 7 days a week. They must have experience in working in and maintaining a studio and running a business. The position is a "live in" position. Benefits includes a salary, accommodation with all bills paid, mobile phone and great opportunities in the music business working with highly respected individuals in a successful company. Location: Norfolk, Salary: negotiable, Duration: 12 months/permanent.
Digital Marketing Manager
A creative digital marketing company is looking for a digital marketing manager to help manage implement and plan campaigns. Previous campaigns include: Ninja Tune, Skint and R&S records. The ideal applicant should be confident and have experience of managing digital music campaigns in a label or management environment. They want someone who is creative and imaginative.
Applicants have to send an email about themselves and attach a CV. Location: London, Salary: Dependent on experience, Duration: full time.
Faure Required - violas and cellos and a bass
A "Come and Sing Faure's Requiem" with a Petersfield based choir needs seven string players ( 4 violas, 2 cellos and a bass) for a very reduced orchestra. Location: Petersfield, Hampshire, Salary: £40, Duration 3 hours.
Director of Fundraising and PR
They are looking for a enthusiastic, experienced and committed fundraiser. They looking for somebody to continue, improve and develop funding opportunities and build upon the Trust's pioneering work with men, women and young people in prison.
The applicant must have good communication skills, confidence in building relationships, presenting, influencing and motivating. Flexibility and adaptability are also essential. Location: London, Salary: £30-35,000 per annum.
Musicians
They want 3 musicians to perform 19th Century, popular Victorian music, any style which is suitable to the Dicken's theme. Performances take place on Friday 4th June 2010 in the High Street. Please note the festival hours are 10 am - 5 pm. Applicants who want to take part can discuss performance times and durations. Small payments are available! Location: Kent.
Tribute Artists and Solo Singers for Mediterranean Summer Season
Their Client requires Abba Tribute Duo (2 girls), Tina Turner, Michael Jackson, Robbie Williams tributes and live cover vocalists for summer season 2010. Professional Acts required for performances in Hotels. PA and venue equipment is provided. Accommodation is also provided with a fully fitted kitchen, Ac, swimming pool, pool bar. Driving Licence is essential - a car is to provided to drive to and from venues. Please contact them for further details and ensure that they have FULL publicity including: photo, biography, play list, and audio and video wherever possible. Please confirm that you have a full driving licence and confirm your availability from April onwards. Location: Cyprus, Salary: TBC, Duration: 6 months.
Creative Music Practitioner
They are looking for a creative music practitioner to join a Scotland wide arts team in designing and delivering a range of accessible music activities.
They want experienced applicants who are able provide music opportunities for specific groups of people with complex communication needs needs ( deaf/blindness or sensory impairment, learning or physical disability ). The practitioner will recognise and meet individuals' needs and provide opportunities for them to pursue their own artistic interests.
They want experienced applicants who are able provide music opportunities for specific groups of people with complex communication needs needs ( deaf/blindness or sensory impairment, learning or physical disability ). The practitioner will recognise and meet individuals' needs and provide opportunities for them to pursue their own artistic interests.
It is also essential that the post holder will have a full, current driving license and own transport.
This position is funded by The Scottish Arts Council
Post- Temporary for 6 months
Hours- 8 per week
Location- Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Salary- Not specified
For a full job description and to apply please email.
Closing Date- 25 February 2010
Salary- Not specified
For a full job description and to apply please email.
Closing Date- 25 February 2010
Girl Band
Major label forming Girl Band with attitude. They are looking for girls aged 18+ based in the UK. The ability and ambition required for that is Singer and Dances. Location: UK.
I researched jobs opportunities in the music industry and I have chose two of them which is Record Production and the other one is DJ.
In record producing there are two kinds of producers, the executive producer and the music producer and even if they are both part of record producing, they have different roles. For example, the executive producer takes the role relating to financing the project and the music producer takes responsibility for the music of an album.
The music producer has the same responsibility for finalizing the vision for the album, similar to a film director with a film. Basically the producer's job is to create, shape and form a piece of music to make a complete music album.
A record producer normally works with the bands, session musicians and the studio engineer to produce sound recordings. Some of the producers write lyrics for the artists.
Many producers start working as an engineer in a studio or as a session musician, to get more experience in the music studio environment. Record producers are paid well, if they sell lots of copies they will get more money.
They need to have an experience and knowledge for this job. If the producer has played in a band it is easier for him/her to write the lyrics for the song so they will be more experienced. The most important thing for record producers are they should have musical taste and a good hearing ability which are most essential for all the record producers in the music industry.
Task 2
I researched jobs opportunities in the music industry and I have chose two of them which is Record Production and the other one is DJ.
Record Producing
A Record producer is a person who works for the music industry and their job is to oversee and manage the production of an artist’s music. The producer has many roles in their job like: coaching the musicians, controlling the recording sessions, gathering the ideas of the product, supervising the final production through mixing and mastering.
For example, In the UK, before the rise of the record producer, an A&R man would oversee the recording session, assuming responsibility for creative decisions relating to the recording.
In record producing there are two kinds of producers, the executive producer and the music producer and even if they are both part of record producing, they have different roles. For example, the executive producer takes the role relating to financing the project and the music producer takes responsibility for the music of an album.
The music producer has the same responsibility for finalizing the vision for the album, similar to a film director with a film. Basically the producer's job is to create, shape and form a piece of music to make a complete music album.
A record producer normally works with the bands, session musicians and the studio engineer to produce sound recordings. Some of the producers write lyrics for the artists.
Many producers start working as an engineer in a studio or as a session musician, to get more experience in the music studio environment. Record producers are paid well, if they sell lots of copies they will get more money.
They need to have an experience and knowledge for this job. If the producer has played in a band it is easier for him/her to write the lyrics for the song so they will be more experienced. The most important thing for record producers are they should have musical taste and a good hearing ability which are most essential for all the record producers in the music industry.
There are some producers who change the style of the music sounds. Their names are:
George Martin – the fifth Beatle. Working with The Beatles he invented many studio techniques still used today
Joe Meek – As well as pioneering numerous production tricks he was an electrical whiz who built some of the equipment he used.
Phil Spector – Used multiple musicians playing the same parts to create the “Wall of Sound” production style.
Robert Lange – Developed many multi track recording innovations, e.g. recording each string on Angus Young's (AC/DC) guitar on separate tracks for their seminal Back in Black album.
Most record producers have certificates in any of the following:
Salary
Qualification
Getting on
Early in their career record producers spend their time giving services and experiencing skills from A&R Recording Departments. As they get more experience, some of top-selling artists may approach them to produce their next single release or album. Many record producers start their career as a sound engineer and as they become successful they can travel all over the world. Then they can establish their own record studios.
Most record producers have certificates in any of the following:
songwriting, composition, music production, sound engineering, musical history and theory, etc. Students who plan to be record producers have to focus on the piano because this instrument is usually related to writing lyrics and composing music. Record producers should have knowledge about digital technology as nowadays creating a music has become reliant on computer software.
Salary
A record producer's salary ranges from £30,000 to more than £50,000 annum. This range of money may not apply to freelance record producers. It depends on taking gigs on a project basis and the salary may be lower or higher. Basically it depends on the number of gigs on a project and the popularity of the recording artists.
A record producer needs these skills and personal qualities:
A record producer needs these skills and personal qualities:
- an excellent ear for music
- awareness of current and emerging music trends
- the ability to recognise a hit
- excellent interpersonal skills
- to be assertive and persuasive
- networking skills
- the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
- stamina and patience for long sessions in the studio
- self-discipline and tenacity
- knowledge of copyright law
- budgeting skills
Qualification
If you plan to be a record producer qualifications are not essential for this job but you need to have different skills like songwriting, composing a song and sound engineering etc. To be a record producer they may take music training to expand their skills and usually some of the producers also do practical work experience to get more knowledge about music. Some qualifications in music and sound engineering may help you to become a record producer.
Relevant (but not essential) qualifications relating to the music industry include:
- BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in music technology
- NCFE qualifications at Levels 2 and 3 in music business
- EDI level 2 and 3 in music business (recording industry)
- BTEC Higher National Diploma/Certificate (HND/HNCs) in music production
- Foundation degree in music production, music technology, music practice and music industry management
- Degree in music industry management, music practice and music production.
For entry to a degree course, applicants need at least two A levels plus five GCSEs (A*-C), or equivalent qualifications. The entry requirements for an HNC/HND are usually one A level or a BTEC National Diploma/Certificate. The Diploma in creative and media may also be helpful for this job.
Getting on
Early in their career record producers spend their time giving services and experiencing skills from A&R Recording Departments. As they get more experience, some of top-selling artists may approach them to produce their next single release or album. Many record producers start their career as a sound engineer and as they become successful they can travel all over the world. Then they can establish their own record studios.
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DJ
DJs use vinyl records, CDs or MP3s and other digital music files to play the music. There are three main types of DJ - club DJs, radio DJs and mobile DJs. Club DJs work in bars and clubs mixing their own music. They use others equipments e.g. drum machines, synthesisers and sound processors to produce their own unique sounds. Radio DJs present programmes e.g. jazz programmes, interview guest, different types of music and they may have competitions. They may have help from someone else like a technical or studio assistants to set up their equipment. Mobile DJs work anywhere e.g. school, weddings and community halls. They provide and set up their own equipment.
Some DJs have skills in playing an instrument, singing or rapping. DJs spend lot of hours listening to a different variety of music. DJs work irregular hours, sometimes early morning, evening, weekends and late at night. They use a variety of equipment to do the jobs e.g. turntables, mixers, microphones, amplifiers and headphones. DJs is also expert to use the latest technology, including lighting and image projection. DJs play particular types of music e.g. dance, hip-hop, trance, drum ‘n’ bass or music from a particular era such as the 1960s.
It is hard to get into because it is very popular. Most job opportunities are very expensive although may not lead to work as a DJ. You don’t need any formal academic qualifications, talent and experience are very important. There are some DJ training courses:
- City & Guilds (7755) qualification in DJ Technique
- NVQ Level 3 in Radio Production
- BTEC national and higher national courses, degrees and postgraduate qualifications in music technology, radio production, media and performing arts (some have specialist units relating to DJ technology).
- CSV Media runs Media Clubhouses across the UK which offer training in radio skills.
- The Scottish Arts Council can provide details of music projects offering DJ skills.
DJs get experience in hospital, community or student radio or through helping other of DJs. There are not many jobs advertisement you can contact with employers or agents. The BBC advertises jobs for radio broadcast assistant on its website. Once they have got experience they can send a sample CD to bars and clubs or radio stations. DJs can be promotion to larger employers or venues e.g. local to national radio stations or from town pubs on weeknights to large clubs at weekends. During the training as a DJ, he/she would experience working in a music production, promotion, publishing, recording or retail. Being as a club DJs, there are great opportunities to work in foreign countries mainly during summer holiday in popular places or destinations.It is difficult to get after the age of 30, although there are more opportunities with mature audiences.
The New Deal for Musicians is a scheme which helps unemployed musicians, DJs and offers guidances. This scheme is for over the age of 18, who have been unemployed for at least six months.
Skills associated with this job
A DJ needs:
- a wide knowledge of different kinds of music or an in-depth knowledge of their specialist interest
- an excellent sense of rhythm
- manual dexterity and a steady hand to operate technical equipment
- to be creative with music and able to perform for an audience
- to be passionate about music and music technology.
Salary
salary with some experience will be around £50 to £300 a session. A top DJs may earn around £100,000 a year. Salaries range widely.
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