Every day, the needs and opportunities in the music business increase. From positions in the A&R sector to marketing executives, artist managers, producers, etc., the skills and talents needed to make this space thrive and bring all those music dreams to life are unlimited.
Here are six steps to kickstart your career in the music business as an executive.
Have a passion for music
As cliche as it sounds, you need to love music to make music. On days when you don’t feel like pushing or keeping it going, this passion will be the fuel that will keep you driving.
Educate yourself and develop your skills
Rome wasn’t built in a day. Likewise, no successful music executive blew overnight.
Learn about the business, the drill, and how the industry works. Familiarise yourself, especially with the role you want to take up. Look for internships and attend workshops, seminars, and conferences to learn. Find a professional whose work you admire and let them mentor you. Finally, develop your skills, especially those required for the role you want to take up.
Network
Network, Network, and NETWORK!!!! This can’t be overemphasised. Go to music events, concerts, and festivals, and meet with people in the game. Collaborate with other executives and even the artists. This will help you build your portfolio and credibility.
Don’t forget to leverage social media to showcase yourself and connect with others.
Start small
Little drops make a mighty ocean. Start small by working with startups and upcoming artists and volunteer at music events, festivals, and concerts. This will help you gather and build experience.
Be adaptable
The industry is fast-paced, and you must learn to adapt and move with the times and seasons. Therefore, keep learning. The more you know, the more you grow and evolve, and you get better as you grow and evolve. Embrace technology and maximise its usage. Be open to feedback and constructive criticism.
Keep pushing
Be patient and willing to take risks. You must push yourself and your craft to grow in the industry and build a career. Don’t be scared to manage a new artist or start your label; don’t be afraid to push boundaries. Everything takes dedication and perseverance.
Building a career as a music executive requires a hands-on approach, lots of networking, and skill-building. Don’t be afraid to occupy space. With the right mindset and strategy, the music industry offers immense possibilities for growth and creativity.
If "Hermother's Daughter" isn't talking about something she is passionate about, then she's writing it. She is always in her head space, majorly thinking about what to cook or bake (to be frank, eat).
