How to Get a Job at a Record Label
Getting a job at a record label can seem like a daunting task, especially if you have never worked for one before or in a creative, music-based environment. However, there are some basic things you can do to help you land your dream job, or at least help you to get your foot in the door with a company in which you'll be proud to work.
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Make a list of record label companies where you would like to work and where you think you might be a good fit. Of course, you generally should like what the label companies put out. You also should consider how long the label company has been in business and how many records they release per year. Generally, a label that releases 100 records per year will need more employees than a label that only releases 10.
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Evaluate and consider your particular skill set and past employment before applying for a particular position.Tailor your resume to include creative projects that you have been involved with, even if you weren't paid much, if at all. If you have a degree in fine arts but just happened to work in an office after school, make sure your degree is prominent on your resume. People change jobs and occupations five to seven times during their lifetime, according to Dawn Rosenberg McKay, author of "The Everything Practice Interview Book."
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Create your job-specific resume. If you are seeking a creative position, your resume should be creative, but follow basic rules of any professional resume. Use a unique, but not difficult-to-read stationery or lettering scheme. If you are applying for a position in the accounting department of a major record label, your resume should be standard and highly professional. Consider your audience and the people who potentially could be interviewing and hiring you for the position.
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Give personal information about why you want to work for a particular record label, particularly if you are applying to a smaller label with fewer employees. In general, companies want to hire people that are passionate about their work and who would be proud to come to work every day. Be professional during an interview, but don't hesitate to tell the interviewer how much you like the record label's output or how a particular record changed your life. Adding a memorable piece of information may help give you an advantage over an applicant with similar credentials and skills.
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