Music Industry Management and Artist Development MAD1

Holland Code: E (Enterprising)

What academic skills do I need to be successful in the program?

This list does not replace the admission requirements you must have for admission to the program. Please see website for details.

Arts & Literacy Applicants should play a musical instrument or have some other talent related to music (production) Music Industry Arts is a pre-requisite . Applicants should play a musical instrument or have some other talent related to music (production). 

Math and Science Simple math for budgeting for recording budgets, grants, loans, live tours and promotion

Technology Computer skills required, Digital Audio Workstation experience required, and a good working knowledge of audio recording and playback technology.

What personal qualities should someone interested in this career have?

•     Self-confidence
•     Strong leadership and communication skills of all aspects (face to face, social media, written)
•     Good communication skills to clarify what sounds are desired, make suggestions and accept criticism.
•     The ability to deal with a variety of personal musical styles and to work as part of a team
•     The ability to deal with a variety of personal musical styles and to work as part of a team
•     Skilled at time management
•     Highly creative
•     Patience, understanding, adaptability and flexibility
•     The ability to think logically and pay attention to details
•     Quick thinking and decision-making abilities to solve problems as they arise
•     The ability to deal with stress

Useful background experience for this program would be

Play a musical instrument and/or compose music, keen interest in music business

What kind of work could I do when I graduate?

Graduates of this program may go on to become a …

Music Artist, artist manager, publisher, tour manager, venue booking, grant writer, songwriter, live event promoter, social media for music artists

Places you may find yourself employed include …

• Music Management Companies
• Record Companies
• Booking Agencies
• Performing Rights Organizations
• Tour Managment 
• Digital Streaming Platforms
• Music Supervision for Broadcast
• Artist, and social media/promo for artists

Typical working conditions for this kind of work:

• Evening, weekend, and holiday work is common
• Work long hours
• Adhere to strict deadlines
• Music Business internships in term 2, face to face or remote are possibilities

Tasks a graduate may do in the workplace

• Email Communication: Responding to artist inquiries, label communications, and client emails.
• Networking: Reaching out to industry contacts, attending events, and maintaining relationships with artists, producers, and other professionals.
• Marketing and Promotion: Developing marketing strategies for artists or projects, creating social media content, and managing advertising campaigns.
• Budget Management: Reviewing budgets for projects, tracking expenses, and preparing financial reports.
• Contract Review: Reading and negotiating contracts with artists, venues, and distributors.
• Project Management: Coordinating schedules for recording sessions, releases, and promotional events.
• Data Analysis: Analyzing sales data, streaming metrics, and market trends to inform decision-making.
• Artist Development: Coaching and guiding artists in their careers, helping them with branding and image.
• Event Planning: Organizing showcases, album launch parties, or promotional events.
• Creative Collaboration: Collaborating with producers, songwriters, and artists on new projects and music.
• Research: Staying updated on industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging technologies.

Helpful links for further research into this Fanshawe College program and career opportunity

• Fanshawe’s library has prepared a subject guide for current students in this program. You may find the links and information provided very useful in learning more about this career.

 

The National Occupation Classification (NOC) system is used by the Canadian government to provide detailed information on careers. Click on the links below to learn more about careers associated with this Fanshawe College program. Please note: These codes are listed here for information purposes only. Fanshawe College does not guarantee graduates careers in these fields.

Last Modified: October 28, 2024