Careers in the music industry include: artists, engineers, producers, management and other behind-the-scenes people who are in the business of capturing, recreating and marketing sound.
These professionals are experts in many fields such as; acoustics, electronics, production, broadcast media, multimedia, marketing and business. These careers focus on turning a creative spark into a final product that in the music industry means a hit record.
THE ARTIST The overall quality of a recording begins and ends with the artist. Careers as a recording artist have several ingredients that drive the industry; charisma, technique, emotion and the ability to command an audience. A carefully planned and well-produced recording will act as a framework to showcase the talent and soul of the artist.
THE PRODUCER Of all the careers in the music industry, the producer’s job is one of the most important. Primarily, the producer helps the artist and record company create the best possible recorded performance and a final product for the buying public. This involves guiding the artist through the recording process, including; controlling the finances, selection of songs, and maintaining the focus on the artist’s vision.
STUDIO MUSICIANS & ARRANGERS Other examples of careers in the music industry are found in studio musicians, back-up singers and arrangers. Often times the services of these professionals and sometimes even entire orchestras are called in to provide richness and depth to the performance of the artist or vocalist.
