Lead Music Producer: Hybrid Studio & Remote Collaboration

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Hybrid work

Studio access

Work with artists

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Music Producer to shape sonic landscapes and guide artists from concept to final master. You will work across recording, mixing, and mastering, collaborating with independent artists to realize each project’s commercial potential.

The role combines studio leadership with remote collaboration, blending hands-on production with mentoring and creative direction in a hybrid setup.

Qualifications

• A comprehensive portfolio demonstrating diverse production projects across genres.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a Music Producer or Senior Sound Engineer focused on artist development.
• Expert proficiency with DAWs such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, or Cubase.
• In-depth knowledge of recording techniques, mixing, mastering, signal flow, and acoustics.
• Excellent understanding of music theory, harmony, and arrangement.
• Strong ear for musical detail, rhythm, and sonic quality.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to mentor artists.
• Experience working with independent artists and managing multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in Music Production, Audio Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire music production process from pre-production to final master.
• Collaborate with artists to develop sound, arrangements, and musical direction.
• Record, edit, and mix audio tracks with professional studio equipment.
• Guide artists through the creative process, providing constructive feedback.
• Manage studio sessions for efficient use of time and resources.
• Select microphones, instruments, and processing techniques.
• Ensure high-quality sound engineering standards throughout production.
• Coordinate with mastering engineers for final polish.
• Stay updated on latest production technologies and trends.
• Build strong relationships with artists to foster collaboration.

Skills

Music Production

DAWs proficiency

Mentoring/artist development

Audio engineering

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Production or Audio Engineering

Tools

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Ableton Live

Cubase

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Music Producer to shape sonic landscapes and guide artists from concept to final master. You will work across recording, mixing, and mastering, collaborating with independent artists to realize each project’s commercial potential.

The role combines studio leadership with remote collaboration, blending hands-on production with mentoring and creative direction in a hybrid setup.