Music Producer
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Job Overview

We are looking for a creative Music Producer to help independent artists and companies produce good and popular music. Besides assisting with the technicalities such as mixing and mastering, you will also be responsible for providing creative input. You should be able to help artists find recording studios and equipment for the music.

Arranging compositions, suggesting lyrical changes and editing clips for sound quality are also your responsibilities. You will be working with talent agencies in planning and conducting live concerts to promote local artists. Moreover, you will be liaising with Record Producers to produce and market record labels.

Write to us if you have an ear for good music!

Responsibilities

• Assisting artists and groups with the entire music production process

• Listening to demos and recommending creative changes 

• Finding and booking recording studios and venues for artists

• Advising on arrangement of album songs

• Scheduling track recordings

• Liaising with Audio Engineers and Sound Engineers to improve sound quality

• Coordinating with agencies and organizations for live concerts and performances

• Communicating with the Marketing team to prepare promotional materials for albums and live concerts

• Researching and developing ideas and inspirations for creating music

• Providing production timelines 

• Negotiating and handling project budget and contract terms

• Maintaining a proper record of all company productions and content

• Editing and mixing clips in collaboration with the Mixing Engineer and Mastering Engineer

• Providing coaching and support to artists

• Overseeing post-production processes like incorporating sound effects, cutting/assembling raw footage and dubbing

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in any subject

• Familiarity with playing an instrument is desirable 

• Sound knowledge of music and mixing techniques

• Understanding of the latest music industry trends

• Familiarity with different music genres like hip hop, classical and pop music

• Strong communication and social skills

• Highly creative

• Holding good technical skills

• Flexible and self-motivated

• Familiarity with audio editing software like Adobe Audition CC and Audacity

• Ability to conduct in-depth research

• Knowledge of plagiarism and copyright infringement

• Understanding of industry laws and regulations

• Attention to detail and multitasking ability

• Ability to work at flexible hours

• Strong networking skills

• Excellent project management skills

• Ability to work independently and under pressure