Many of us dream of a career in the vibrant and exciting music industry. A career in music does not necessarily mean being a musician or knowing how to tune an instrument. In fact, there are many career paths you can take depending on your skills and interests.

Today we’re going to help you find your career in music and go into a little more detail about individual roles.

Become a musician

Ok, so let’s leave the obvious aside – becoming a musician. If you have been endowed with an amazing voice or know how to get by with a guitar, you may dream of becoming an artist / band. With a fiercely competitive music scene, it won’t be easy and it takes a lot of hard work and determination. You might be a solo artist or a band, but how are you going to get your music heard? To be successful, there are a lot of lessons you need to know, and marketing plays a huge role in that. There are a lot of lessons to be learned about the industry, and you can learn a lot by doing your own research online. The beauty of the Internet is that there are many resources to teach you everything you need to know to get you started.

Recording engineer

Are you a reliable person with good judgment? A sound engineer might just be the role for you. As a sound engineer, you will be responsible for shaping the sound of an artist’s album. Not only will you record the sound, but you will also mix and edit it using sound manipulation techniques and various technical equipment. It’s a role for someone who is confident because the artists will rely on you to make judgments and they will trust you with their sound. It’s a lot of responsibility on your shoulders.

You can learn more about how to become an audio engineer through various online resources. It’s always a good idea to try and find a mentor that you can learn from and try to work for free in recording studios so that you can improve your skills. The more you can develop your skills, the better you will become a sound engineer.

Start your own record company

Do you have a sense of talent identification? Well, you might have considered starting your own label, but this career path is not for the faint of heart. Starting your own label takes a lot of careful planning and organization. You will also need the funds to help make this a reality. It is crucial that you do your research in order to contribute to the success of your label.

Networking is always a great place to start as you can connect with industry professionals and get helpful advice from them. PIRATE is a highly respected name on the music scene and its studios have hosted great talent over the years. They can teach you how to start a music label and let you know what it takes. It’s important to learn from others and do your research before jumping headlong into building your label. This career path is not only difficult, but also a huge financial commitment, so you want to make sure that you are making the right choices.

Tour director

Tour directors play a vital role in the music industry. They’re the ones who make sure an artist’s tour runs smoothly, from travel arrangements to soundcheck times. This career path requires someone who can take responsibility as it is not for the faint of heart. It takes a lot of planning and organization to become a respected tour manager and to get your foot on the career ladder you will need to start networking with others in the industry.

Reading as much as you can and learning how to improve your relationship skills and financial management skills are essential if you want to be successful as a tour manager. Multitasking is an essential part of this role, so if you’re someone who can multitask without breaking down under pressure, this might be the role you’ve been looking for.

Music producer

Music producers play a vital role in an artist’s career. Not only do they help artists with their recording project, but they also help bring creative visions to life. A music producer will usually work alongside a lot of people in the industry, so you’ll need to make sure you have clear communication skills. Artists are counting on you for your help, so you need to be confident in what you are doing.

A good place to start is building your portfolio. Try to work alongside as many artists as possible to help you develop your skills and build your reputation. Take a look at some of the skills you need to become a music producer. If you find that your skills match those on the list, you may want to consider going the producer route. If you are a confident, determined, and creative person, you have what it takes to be successful.

Music publicist

If you love the English language, journalism, public relations, marketing, the list goes on! Then you might be surprised to know that you can use these skills in the music industry in the form of a music publicist. The main role of a publicist is to generate media attention and manage public relations for the artists / groups. Sounds pretty cool, doesn’t it?

Most music publicists start their careers with a degree in a similar field. It can range from English to journalism. Obtaining a degree will open up the possibility of internships at local record companies or public relations firms. Having people skills and excellent writing skills is essential in this role and there are plenty of tips online for becoming an advertiser, so you won’t have to travel far to find the information you need.