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How Can I get started at EMI? |
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If you are looking for your first job in the music industry then it is really a case of starting at the bottom and working your way up. Skills and traits that are valuable in landing that first job include good communication and PC skills (Word, Excel, Outlook), commitment, being a quick learner with strong attention to detail and being able to show initiative. Professional qualifications also help.
Essentially you need to be an enthusiastic person who has a passion for music, with the energy to persevere. Work experience is a great opportunity to get an overview of the industry and learn some of the above skills.
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What qualifications do I need to work for EMI? |
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Qualifications needed depend on the area of the business you want to work for. If you want a job in A&R then formal qualifications rarely make a difference; knowledge of music, having an understanding of the market, a good "ear" and contacts are more important. For marketing roles a professional qualification is fast becoming the norm. Roles within the support functions generally follow what is normally expected regardless of the industry. Overall excellent PC and admin skills, combined with an absolute love of music are a requirement of every role in the company.
To see how current employees at EMI got started in the music industry and what qualifications they undertook have a look at the Staff Interviews, in the Careers section. It is a great way to get some new ideas.
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Can you recommend any courses to help me get a job in the music industry? |
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There are a variety of courses and institutions to choose from, including universities, TAFE and private colleges (e.g. marketing, public relations, and event management specialising in the Entertainment Industry). Undertaking an administration course of some kind (typing / word / excel / office skills etc) would assist gaining a general entry / admin / coordination role.
Regardless of the institution or course you choose an important feature of a course is a practical work experience component.
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Do you sponsor people from overseas to come work in Australia? |
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EMI Music Australia is not currently in a position to sponsor people from overseas to come and work in Australia. You will have ensure you have your own working VISA or residency before applying for work at EMI Music Australia |
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