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The audio and music industry has long been romanticized as a creative haven where passion meets profession. Yet beneath this appealing surface lies a troubling reality: an ecosystem where unethical recruitment practices thrive, exploiting the dreams of sound engineers, music producers, live audio technicians, and other professionals who dedicate their lives to the craft. This … Read more
You’re scrolling through job postings at 2 AM again. You’ve got studio headphones sitting on your desk, a DAW open on your laptop, and that familiar knot in your stomach asking: “Can I really make a living doing this?” If you’ve ever felt torn between your passion for audio and the practicality of paying rent, … Read more
Breaking Through the Noise in Audiovisual Job Searches In today’s audiovisual and music industry job market, standing out isn’t just a matter of talent—it’s a strategic endeavor. With roles ranging from sound designer to music producer, and with applicant tracking systems (ATS) screening candidates long before a human reviews your resume, even the most skilled professionals can … Read more
Introduction Recently, I stumbled upon a post where someone proudly declared they’d stopped cooking three meals a day-and suggested the rest of us should follow suit. It got me thinking: What if we applied that logic to music? What if, instead of picking up your guitar, you just… stopped?Sounds absurd, right? Yet, in the audio … Read more
Introduction Have you ever received an ad for hair growth products when you’re bald-and loving it? Or fast food promos when you’re a die-hard food snob? That’s exactly how it feels for many audio engineers sending resumes out into the void: you’re pitching your technical chops to someone who just doesn’t get it. The result? … Read more
Introduction Hiring for technical audio or music roles is a high-stakes game. In an industry where innovation and expertise drive success, the difference between a great engineer and an average one can make or break your product. Yet, many companies still rely on traditional recruiters or psychologists to source technical talent-often leading to mismatches, wasted … Read more
