As summer approaches, it’s time for college students everywhere to start looking for jobs. For me, it is especially important to start looking for jobs that can benefit me in the long run instead of just flipping burgers. I went to a concert last Friday night and was again reminded why I want to work in the music industry. The feeling I get when watching a show live is one I will never be able to get over and I’m so excited to make it my career! Below are some pictures from my trip and the concert!
My tips for this week are going to be more of ideas of what I am trying to do to get prepped for summer.
1. Make a banging resume! This has been one of the most important lessons and skills I have learned in my music business classes this year. Think about all you have done: have you stage managed? helped friends get shows at a local restaurant? Played in any shows? All of that is valuable experience that can set you apart from other applicants!
2. Talk to people. Reach out and ask your professors if they know any musically related jobs in your area. Contact people you know are in the area of the field you want to go in to and ask them for advice on what they were doing when they were your age.
3. Get a job. Preferably something in the music industry. If you can’t get a stable or full time job in the area get that job flipping burgers, too. You wanna be able to gain experience while not sacrificing financial stability.
The hunt for a job can often be hard and overwhelming, but don’t give up and start looking now to ensure you’re not left behind because you applied too late!
Woman of the Week:
Deborah Curtis is not only an extremely powerful women, she’s also extremely experienced in the music industry. She has over 20 years of experience working with Fortune 500 companies helping with brand building and management. Before she got into the music area, she worked with companies like Apple, L’Oreal, and PizzaHut. Since 2007, Deborah has been a member at American Express and is currently the Vice President of Sports and Entertainment Marketing. Under this title she is in charge of leadership and innovative ideas across all of sports and entertainment areas at American Express. She also helps manage a multitude of other companies through their partnership with the company including Live Nation Entertainment, Fashion Week, and AEG! As a talented and successful woman in the music industry, she was a clear choice for this week’s Woman of the Week!
Until next week,
Emily
Emily K Johnson 