By Shelly Liu
Are you a college student who wants to work in the music industry? Breaking into the music industry can be difficult, especially when it comes to finding entry-level opportunities and networking with music industry professionals.
Joining and being part of a music industry organization can be an excellent resource for finding internship and job opportunities, networking with other peers looking to break into the music industry, connecting with music industry professionals, attending workshops and masterclasses, resume reviews, interview practice, and finding a safe and welcoming space.
Below are 6 music industry organizations you can look into today.
1824
1824 is Universal Music Group’s creative solutions team that aims to connect artists and brands with fans through storytelling and experiences. Their offerings include content creation, ideation, public relations, A&R, creator partnerships, experiences, and digital marketing. They are redefining artist development while building the careers of future music industry professionals.
The Digilogue
The Digilogue is a diverse music and tech community of creators and industry professionals. They aim to curate conversations and programming around industry education, career resources, and artist discovery content. Their goal is to give support and meaningful direction to traditionally underrepresented communities across the world.
Girls Behind The Rock Show
Girls Behind The Rock Show is a non-profit organization that helps advance women and marginalized folks in the music industry through education and hands-on opportunities.
Music Forward Foundation
As part of the House of Blues and Live Nation Entertainment family, Music Forward Foundation focuses on helping young people ages 13-24 with kick-starting their music careers through workshops and showcases that connect passions with professions.
Diversify The Stage
Diversify The Stage is a non-profit organization that aims to create pathways to equitable opportunities for BIPOC, LGBTQ+, female, and gender nonconforming individuals in concerts, events, and touring industries. They have an annual apprenticeship program for college-age youth passionate about supporting artists behind the scenes in live music and production industries.
Amplify Her Voice
Amplify Her Voice boldly advocates for gender equality in the music industry. They advance women’s careers through educational, networking, and creative opportunities by providing their community with valuable events, programs, and support to work and thrive in the music industry. Amplify Her Voice offers free and accessible panels and masterclasses that strengthen their audience’s skills. They connect their aspiring and established music industry professionals to build meaningful relationships.
Check out these organizations to kickstart your journey to working in the music industry, build your network, and find your new internship or job opportunity!