Music Producer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Access to studio facilities and gear

Diverse artist collaborations

Professional recording equipment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a talented Music Producer to guide artists in developing and recording music across diverse genres. You will lead sessions, refine arrangements, and drive the sonic direction from concept to final mix.

The role requires strong music theory, songwriting, and DAW proficiency, with experience in mixing and mastering being highly desirable. This position offers access to professional recording facilities and a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with a portfolio of released work across genres.
• Strong understanding of music theory, songwriting, arrangement, and instrumentation.
• Proficiency with DAWs and music production software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with artists to develop musical ideas, song structures, and arrangements.
• Oversee and guide recording sessions, ensuring optimal performance and sound quality.
• Manage the mixing and mastering process to achieve a polished, professional sound.
• Provide creative input on instrumentation, vocal performance, and overall sonic direction.
• Work with artists to achieve their artistic vision while maintaining commercial appeal.
• Operate and maintain recording equipment and software effectively.
• Stay abreast of current music production trends and technologies across various genres.

Skills

Music production

Songwriting

Arrangement

Mixing/mastering

Artist collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Production

Tools

Ableton Live

Pro Tools

Logic Pro

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and innovative Music Producer to join their creative hub in Upington. This role is central to guiding artists in developing and recording their music, ensuring high production quality and artistic integrity across various genres within the Arts & Entertainment landscape. You will leverage your expertise in songwriting, arrangement, recording, and mixing to help artists realize their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity for a musically gifted individual to make a significant impact on artist development and music creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with artists to develop musical ideas, song structures, and arrangements.
• Oversee and guide recording sessions, ensuring optimal performance and sound quality.
• Manage the mixing and mastering process to achieve a polished, professional sound.
• Provide creative input on instrumentation, vocal performance, and overall sonic direction.
• Work with artists to achieve their artistic vision while maintaining commercial appeal.
• Operate and maintain recording equipment and software effectively.
• Stay abreast of current music production trends and technologies across various genres.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Music Producer with a portfolio of released work demonstrating success across different genres.
• Strong understanding of music theory, songwriting, arrangement, and instrumentation.
• Proficiency with Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and music production software.
• Excellent ear for melody, harmony, rhythm, and sonic detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with diverse artists.
• Experience in mixing and mastering is highly desirable.
• A degree in Music Production, Sound Engineering, or related field is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package reflecting industry expertise.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility for studio and remote work.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse range of talented artists.
• Access to professional recording facilities and equipment.
• Engage with impactful projects within the dynamic Arts & Entertainment sector in Upington.