Sounds Australia, in partnership with the Australian Guild of Screen Composers, are seeking expressions of interest from experienced and innovative local screen composers to make up the inaugural delegation of a Trade Mission in Los Angeles from 11th – 15th November 2024.

The aim of the Mission is to raise the profile and visibility of Australian music across the Media and Entertainment sectors in LA.

The successful applicants will have six nights accommodation covered, a contribution of $1,000 AUD towards flights, and be introduced to relevant US buyers and creatives across the Film, Television, Gaming and Advertising sectors, directly promoting the quality and capacity of our industry practitioners in the entertainment capital of the world.

The networks created from this trade mission are designed to develop ongoing, long-term artistic collaborations that will engage international audiences in the future.

Eligibility

All applicants/composers must be:

· Australian citizens, residing outside of the USA;
· and A composer member of APRA AMCOS

Assessment Criteria

An external panel of U.S. Industry advisors with diverse and relevant experience will assess the EOIs against the following criteria:

· Relative strength of the Applicant’s existing experience and calibre of work in Australia.

· The significance of the artistic and commercial impact of commissioned work(s) across film, tv channels, production houses or similar.

· High Evidence of Composer’s Work in Screen Media including:

• • Films: Listing of movies or documentaries scored by the composer, with links to IMDb profiles or official film pages.
  • Television: TV shows or series for which the composer has created music, with links to episodes or show websites.
  • Advertising: Commercials or branded content scored by the composer, with links to videos or advertising campaigns.
  • Gaming: Video games or mobile games with music by the composer, with links to game trailers or official game sites.
  • Other Screen Media: Any additional screen media (such as web series, VR experiences, etc.) featuring the composer’s work, with relevant links to the media.

· Examples of high-quality compositions, including any compositions suitable for sync licensing (include information about availability of tracks, instrumental versions and stems).

· Experience working with music supervisors, directors, and production companies.

Expectations for successful applicants

The applicants are expected to be available for the Monday – Friday (11th – 15th) to take dedicated one on one meetings with relevant LA based producers, editors, showrunners, and directors. The program will also potentially include keynotes or ‘in conversations’ for additional insights in to current trends and pathways for Australians into the LA market.

These meetings will run through the days, with evenings dedicated to broader networking events with relevant screen and music industry sectors

APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED

Applications close 30th August at 11.59pm AEST
Successful applicants will be informed by the last week of September.

After much consultation with the sector, Sounds Australia is excited to announce the launch of a large-scale initiative at Amsterdam Dance Event (October 15 – 20, 2024), one of the most significant gatherings in the world for electronic music and its industry.
 
A pop-up activation over October 16 and 17, Australia House (ADE) will highlight the talent and global careers of our local dance and electronic community. Over two packed days, Sounds Australia will be facilitating meetings, networking events and press-focused activity, ensuring the pavilion serves as the prime destination to celebrate and connect with Australia’s dance and electronic cohort in market for ADE.
 
Ranked the third biggest EDM market in the world as determined by Spotify followers, Dance is one of Australia’s most thriving music exports right now, with local artists featuring prominently on festival and club lineups, winning high-profile awards and selling out huge global tours. Capitalising on this burgeoning time for the industry, Sounds Australia is leaning in and looking forward to strengthening pathways between Australia and the rest of the world.
 
In order for us to best curate activities within Australia House at ADE, please let us know if you are planning to be in Amsterdam during ADE by filling out this short survey: https://forms.office.com/r/xa4y2Z64ph
 
For Australian artist managers interested in attending ADE, there is specific funding available from the AAM through the Music Australia International Conference Contribution program. Applications are now open, closing on Sunday June 9: https://www.aam.org.au/maicc
 
AIR will have similar funding on offer for industry professionals from Australian independent labels. The next round of funding will open in June. For more information, visit’s AIR’s website: https://air.org.au/maicc/
 
There are also multiple grant programs from Music Australia which are open now, closing on Tuesday July 9: https://creative.gov.au/investment-and-development/

Funding may also be available from your state government. Please check our Funding page to see which grant programs are currently open: https://soundsaustralia.com.au/funding/

About the role

Sounds Australia is looking to hire someone (permanent, full time) to join our compact team, preferably in the Ultimo office, however candidates from outside of Sydney will be considered.

We are a small team who work very collaboratively, driven by the goal of fast-tracking Australian music success internationally.

We are looking for someone with at least 5 years’ experience in the music industry who has the ability to travel to domestic and international showcase events where necessary.

Candidates should be detail driven and systems oriented, with competency in photo and video editing (Photoshop, Premier Pro, Illustrator) with proficiency in social media applications to build brand presence and engagement.

Genre specific candidates welcome, especially those with a background or expertise in the Asian or LATAM region, dance/electronic music.

Objectives

• • • To raise the profile and visibility of Australian artists and industry in key international markets.
    • To encourage, develop and maintain positive and constructive working relationships with key industry and government partners and stakeholders.
    • Provide the best possible showcase environment for Australian artists to secure international outcomes.
    • To provide industry value-add networking and business matching opportunities at international events.
    • To share and present international music market intelligence through a series of local export training practices.
    • Represent Sounds Australia at international market events where required.

Key responsibilities

• • • Encourage, develop and maintain positive and constructive working relationships with key international personnel and businesses for the purposes of promoting Australian music offshore.
    • Assist in coordinating and implementing showcase and networking events at international conferences and festivals.
    • Provide resources, information, insights and advice to support the Australian Music Industry in their export activities.
    • Contribute to the monitoring, developing and reporting on all initiatives relating to the role during the annual acquittal periods.
    • Contribute to the development of promotional strategies and content around Sounds Australia’s international market presence at conferences and festivals.
    • Contributing to the Sounds Australia website and social media channels.
    • General reporting to the Executive Producer on all aspects of the role.

Skills & experience:

• • • At least 5 years’ experience in the music industry.
    • Demonstrate ability to establish and maintain strong connections and collaborations within the music industry across various genres and markets, facilitating partnerships, promotions, and strategic alliances
    • Demonstrated experience in working across different music markets, including local, and international, understanding the unique dynamics and preferences of specific territories.
    • Current knowledge of the international and domestic music industry, with a particular focus on export markets.
    • Experience and knowledge in specific music genres demonstrating an understanding of nuances, history, and trends.**Preferred, but not required

Competencies:

• • • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively articulate ideas, actively listen, and convey information clearly and concisely to team members and partners.
    • Demonstrated capability to prioritise tasks effectively, manage deadlines, and allocate time efficiently to accomplish various responsibilities.
    • Ability to create and implement organised systems, workflows, or processes that streamline tasks and enhance productivity.
    • Initiative and problem solving skills within a team setting, offering innovative solutions and working towards consensus-driven outcomes.
    • Works collaboratively demonstrating a strong commitment to teamwork with the ability to build effective partnerships with colleagues, stakeholders, and external entities to foster on-going mutual respect and trust
    • Capacity to think critically and problem-solve effectively while under pressure, making timely decisions to ensure tasks are completed on time.
    • Capable of juggling multiple tasks without compromising quality, maintaining attention to detail across various simultaneous responsibilities.
    • Uses resources (intellectual, material, time, technological) in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
    • Competency in photo and video editing (Photoshop, Premier Pro and Illustrator)
    • Proficiency in social media applications to build brand presence and engagement

To apply for this role please submit a short cover letter outlining why you would be suitable for this role and a current resume via Bamboo.

While this role is one that requires specific skills and experience, we are encouraging people from all diverse groups who are interested in this position to put an application in, even if they’re not sure if they meet every single bit of the selection criteria.

For more information on this role, please feel free to contact Esti Zilber, Executive Producer Sounds Australia (ezilber@soundsaustralia.com.au)

Applications close: 8 January 2024