February 2012
52 posts
Anonymous asked: This is probably going to sound like a really stupid question so I apologize, but tour managers don't always stay with the same bands? How do they decide which bands they're going to switch off with?
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fun. Add Leg To Headlining Tour
propertyofzack:
fun. are gearing up to head out on a major headlining tour in support of Some Nights. The band has now added an additional leg on to the end of the tour. Check out the updated tour routing below by clicking ”Read More!”
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I’ve got two really good girl friends working this tour- one as Fun.’s TM and one as their LD. Be sure to support them and the boys on...
who-gives-a-flux asked: Hi, I saw your post about cover letters a few pages back and that you offered to look over letters that we send in. Are you still offering? I am about to email a few places for potential summer internships and would love to get your opinion on my letter. Thank you!
Anonymous asked: If I have worked the box office for several shows should I put that under related experience along with all the other times I've volunteered at festivals?
Anonymous asked: are there a lot of job and/or intern opportunities in nashville?
Anonymous asked: Didja see the Hofstra alum, Erin, on The Voice? She's pretty good, and such a nice person! #TeamBlake #TeamErin
Anonymous asked: what job in the music industry is the best to start out on if you have no experience?
Anonymous asked: Would being on a bands street-team, working with charities at warped tour, and interning at a company that's related to the music industry such as a custom drum place or something be something that would count as related experience on a resume?
Anonymous asked: Opinions on traveling for an internship? As in subletting a place in another state for an unpaid internship vs. a local unpaid internship.
Why does southwest suck so bad? Boycotting the airline when I book personnel flights for tour.
who-gives-a-flux asked: Hi! My old boss [used to work for a local management company before I left for school] is trying to find a way to get one of his bands on the Bamboozle lineup this year. They are a well-established signed band and obviously management behind them. They didn't have a chance to enter the Break contest, do you have any suggestions on the best possible route to go about this? Thank you :)
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Bonnaroo Lineup 2012
Radiohead, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Phish, Bon Iver, Beach Boys, The Avett Brothers, The Shins, Foster the People, Skrillex, Aziz Ansari, Dispatch, Feist, The Roots, Alice Cooper, Black Star, Ludacris, Ben Folds Five, Flogging Molly, Mac Miller, Childish Gambino, Major Lazer, Tune-Yards, Afrocubism, Umphrey’s McGee, Little Dragon, St. Vincent, City and Colour, The Civil Wars, Young the Giant,...
Drum Tech Needed
International metal band looking for a Drum Tech. Needs to be a team player and no white glovers. Tour is currently in progress and continues until March 17th. Position to start immediately. This is a bus and trailer tour.
Salary is $350 per week, plus per diems on days off. Pay is nonnegotiable.
Must have a minimum 3 years experience on tour.
Please send resume and valid references to:
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Anonymous asked: Would it be weird to go up to someone who works for a band and ask them about their job and how to get involved? I have a feeling this question has been asked a lot but I feel like asking someone in a more personal situation would help me learn more.
fun. Stream New Album
propertyofzack:
fun. are now streaming their new album, Some Nights. Stream it in full below by clicking “Read More!”
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Anonymous asked: Hi I have a few questions. And it seems like you would know. I have wante to be and Tm for awhile since I started running local shows when I was 17 (now 22) do you think since I haven't had any luck I should just give up? I mean I have had talk of it with bands but then they don't tour. Also on resumes for Tm positions should I put I used to run local shows on it as like a extra thing?....
Also, Whitney Houston is dead?
What’s fun to do in Portland?
Anonymous asked: I've been seeing a lot of job postings lately that I would love to apply for but I'm in the middle of a semester and they all involve traveling. Is it worthwhile to send my resume to them and specify that I can't apply for this job but wanted to send my resume in for consideration for future opportunities or will my resume probably get tossed because they're only interested in...
We are now taking BAND SUBMISSIONS to play...
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abandonalltalent asked: Hi Jade, i was wondering if you could help me find good music internships in the Boston/Worcester area. I have looked and i have found some pretty good ones but most of them you need to be in college. I would love to intern at pretty polly! Do you have to be in college to intern there? Thank you so much for taking the time to answer this.
Anonymous asked: I just wanted to thank you so much. I don't have a tumblr, but my friend sent me the link to a job you posted. I sent in my resume and I have an interview this week. I would have not known anything about it without your blog. Thank you!!
Anonymous asked: looking at the jobs you posted for LA and was wondering if you think working at a company related to film or other types of entertainment can be useful if I want to work in the music industry?
Anonymous asked: What would be a good example of a professional, yet to the point cover letter? I saw your post about the jobs in LA and think I would be a good fit for a few of them. My only downfall is I don't know what to write in a cover letter. Any help would be appreciated :) thank you.
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Some Fun. News
Emily Moore (of Fun.) just got engaged!
Anonymous asked: do you know if Absolute Management Group or Fly South Management Group in Orlando, FL offer internships? I've tried calling and emailing but no luck :(
Anonymous asked: are there any jobs in the midwest ever? i've got some volunteer stuff set up for the summer, but that's about it.
whoaitswinfield asked: I am registered to go to SXSW this year and I want to work in the music/entertainment industry when I graduate. Do you know of any companies that are hiring that will be at SXSW? I'd like to use my trip as a networking experience and possibly get a job out of it.
Anonymous asked: Hey, have you ever heard of any job opportunities or internships in Philadelphia?
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LA Jobslist and internships
United Talent Agency (UTA) seeks qualified candidates for its agent trainee program. Previous industry experience and bachelors degree required. Candidates must be motivated, extremely detail oriented, have excellent communication and organizational skills and a desire to learn the business of talent representation. This is a very demanding environment with excellent opportunities to work in Film,...
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A cool offer
If you’re planning on upgrading your phone this year- register your number at www.bestbuy.com/phonefreedom by the end of the week and when you upgrade your phone at Best Buy through the end of the year you get a free $50 gift card!
Anonymous asked: Hey, I'm the one that got a reply back from the merch manager job and did all those questions. Responsibly, like you said. But I haven't heard back, and I'm a little nervous. The first time, they responded within a couple hours. This time, it's been days. This is normal, yeah? They're going through all the questionnaires, all the applicants. I didn't totally...
Anonymous asked: I know you're just reposting that merch manager job, but I have a general question about it. It's such a great opportunity for someone to start out and I know positions like that don't come around very often. I'm currently in college, but will be graduating in May. I really want to apply for the job-I can only work a portion of those March dates, but all of the summer dates....
Anonymous asked: I sent in a resume and such to that Boston Tour Manager job. I got a reply saying they think I may be a good fit and wanted me to answer some questions, as elaborately as needed. My question for you is: do I be as professional as possible, or do I be me?
confessionsofashewolf asked: You really shouldn't be so harsh on these kids....
Anonymous asked: Interesting, McDonald's isn't a record label I've ever heard of. It must be new.
theabsenceofsun asked: I personally think you made an excellent point in that post. When it comes to the music industry or any industry for that matter, it's all about working your way up. Even if you have a shot at your dream job, you can't start that "dream job" the exact way you want. Maybe you want to be a tour manager but hey you might have to work as a merch or a lights person first. This goes...
itsbuscall asked: I recommend you for thinking what I'm thinking. If someone needs to ask all those questions before even applying, it's clear to me they're not made for the rigors of the road. Roadlife is something you need to eat, drink and sweat. who cares if it's a bus or a van tour or whatever. most important thing is that you're on the road (and for a living). It's awesome. keep...
whoaitswinfield asked: I wish all the people sending you hate mail would own up to it and take themselves off of anonymous. I just wanted to let you know I love your blog! I hope you don't let any of the negative messages get to you, you're an awesome lady.
loveinvioletblood asked: Well damn! Who put salt in these anons cereal this morning? I completely agree with what you said!
Anonymous asked: When a friend of mine originally directed me to your post I thought it was a joke. If you don't want people asking you "dumb" questions, then don't use a children's website to search for employees. Don't degrade these kids and tell them they're "fucking nobody" just because you're having a crappy day. To the majority of this world, YOU'RE a...
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Submitted: BigPictureMedia PR looking for Interns...
BigPictureMedia’s PR is looking for interns in the NYC area. I saw this over on absolutepunk.net and thought you, or some of your followers might be interested in it! (I am, but don’t have the time for it unfortunately.) Hope it gets to okay because for some reason the formatting of the website is still surrounding the text.
We are looking for an extraordinary and highly motivated...
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Submitted: Events Coordinator | The Bay State...
EVENTS COORDINATOR
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Bay State Group, a boutique talent buying agency based in the northeast, is seeking an entry-level events coordinator to handle day-of show duties in various markets throughout New England.
This is an exciting position with opportunities to learn all aspects of talent buying, as you will heavily interface with all touring personnel. Applicant must be...
Anonymous asked: Wow. I normally love your posts and all the advice you give out, but that last post about the job listings was just ridiculous and rude. The questions that seemed to have been asked were all questions that ANYONE would ask about. Maybe some of the people asking did have a sense of entitlement and that they were better, but the ones you mentioned in you post seemed to just be general questions....
lastyearsghost asked: I really appreciate that you take the time to answer questions and post available jobs. I applied earlier this morning, fingers crossed!
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Tour Jobs for First Timers and Self Entitlement...
So I got an email last night from a friend in Boston telling me they made up a craigslist post to find someone to be in charge of selling merch on all the summer tours/ festivals this year. I asked if I could post it for my followers because it seemed like they were looking for someone who didn’t need to have too much experience and they sent me the link and I posted it.
I wake up this...
Submitted post: Ex merchandiser
I wrote a book about my time on the road as a concert merchandiser from 1980 to 1986 called “ROCK MY WORLD”. Being a concert merchandiser can be the job of a life time. Don’t miss out on taking this gig!!!!
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In case you Missed it: Tour/Merch Manager Job →
Just in case you missed it last night.
Job Position: Tour / Merchandise Manager Description: Let’s Rage LLC is currently seeking a Tour / Merchandise Manager for 2012. This position would start in March and would end in the Fall. This position is a unique opportunity to lead a team, concur merchandise sales goals, and to travel the…