Learn Work What’s your unique selling point? It’s what will determine how an audience or market sees you, and whether or not they will see the value in what you have to offer. This article is borrowed from a lesson in the Music Industry course taught during the third semester at Recording Arts Canada. Scenario 1: Selling beats Trent is a hypothetical beat-maker trying […]
Work Break into the music industry as a songwriter A career as a songwriter is a rewarding and beautiful ride, with plenty of exciting projects to pursue. From scoring a soundtrack for the next big blockbuster to penning a jingle for your local radio show, there are many directions a songwriter can travel. Before you can jump into your first big gig, however, there […]
Work Building your network for artistic success Nowadays, talented artists are everywhere: online, at your local coffee shop, or busking in the street. Unfortunately, many don’t go much further than that for reasons that have very little to do with talent. Building Your Network for Artistic Success Building a strong network is absolutely essential in creating a name for yourself as an […]
Work Break into the video game industry as a composer In the past two decades, video game composers and sound designers have become major players in the entertainment industry. Music has always been an integral part of the gaming experience, but it hasn’t alwaysbeen a viable or common career path for music creators. These days, composers are creating sweeping scores for elaborate worlds and have become a fundamental […]
Work Breaking into the Industry: Top Tips for Your Resume A CV is one of the most important elements in your professional profile. Getting it right will take many revisions, a lot of research, and a bit of trial and error, but will pay off in separating a good candidate from a great one (you!) in the hiring process. Here are some top tips for […]
