Music Technologist

What do Music Technologists do?

Music Technologists are experts in producing music using technology. They need to be enthusiasts for electronic sound and experts in using the software and equipment. Many Music Technologists work from home and some work out of a studio, using equipment such as samplers, sequencers, synthesizers, MIDI, drum machines and computers. As well as working in the music industry they may work in film and TV or in the computer games industry.

For a career in electronic music production it is essential to learn how to use the hardware and software, and there are many courses available at all levels. While technical music production skills are essential, musical talent comes in to play when choosing the elements to create the music.

To have a successful career in electronic music production a Music Technologist must know the music industry and keep abreast of trends while being cutting edge and commercial.

Music Technologists may secure a recording contract, work in other fields such as radio, television, advertising, software or work freelance across several industries. Learning through hands on experience can be a successful career path, for example some producers have started as DJs who wanted to remix songs more effectively for their work.

Making a ‘mix tape’ of tunes or remixing already established songs and sending it to potential employers is one tried and tested route into the industry. Some electronic producers will also work as sound engineers or record producers.

There are 451 music industry professionals with the job title Music Technologist on Music Jobs

Music Technologist jobs which have appeared on the Music Jobs jobs board:

Mobile Music App Programmer Los Angeles, CA	02/17/12
Music Technologist New York, NY	11/23/11
Electro-Mechanical Technician for Customer Service Boulder, CO	10/06/11

Job description sources include (but are not limited to) imdb.com, skillset.org and wikipedia.