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Laredo College, TX

Music Instructor

Laredo, TX · On-site

$56K - $76K/yr

Fort McIntosh Campus, West End Washington Street, Laredo, TX 78040 Job Type: Full Time Job Number ... distribution sheets on time, and provide timely constructive feedback to students. • Follow ...

Laredo College

Music Instructor

Laredo, TX · On-site

$56K - $76K/yr

Fort McIntosh Campus, West End Washington Street, Laredo, TX 78040 Job Type: Full Time Job Number ... distribution sheets on time, and provide timely constructive feedback to students. • Follow ...

Shar Music

Customer Experience Manager

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

Customer Experience Manager - Full-Time | In-Office | Ann Arbor, MI Are you a people-focused leader ... As the Customer Experience Manager at Shar Music, you'll oversee both our Customer Success and ...

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How much do full time music distribution jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time music distribution in the United States is $57,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $64,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is full time music distribution?

Full time music distribution refers to the process of getting music from artists or record labels into the hands of listeners through various channels such as streaming platforms, digital downloads, and physical sales. Music distributors work with platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon to make sure music is available to a wide audience. In a full-time role, professionals manage relationships with artists and platforms, oversee release schedules, and handle royalty tracking. This job often involves marketing and analytics to help maximize an artist's reach and revenue.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in full-time music distribution, and why are they important?

To thrive in full-time music distribution, strong knowledge of the music industry, digital marketing, and copyright law is crucial, often supported by a degree in music business or related experience. Familiarity with digital distribution platforms (like DistroKid, TuneCore, or CD Baby), data analytics tools, and music rights management systems is typically required. Excellent communication, negotiation skills, and adaptability help foster strong relationships with artists, labels, and streaming services. These skills are vital for efficiently delivering music to audiences, maximizing revenue, and maintaining industry partnerships in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

What are some typical challenges faced in a full-time music distribution role, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in full-time music distribution often encounter challenges such as navigating frequent changes in digital streaming platform policies, ensuring timely and accurate release schedules, and managing relationships with both artists and platforms. Maintaining meticulous organization and clear communication is essential to avoid errors in metadata or release timing. Staying up-to-date with industry trends and proactively addressing technical or contractual issues can help streamline distribution processes and build strong partnerships.

What is the difference between Full Time Music Distribution vs Music Licensing Specialist?

AspectFull Time Music DistributionMusic Licensing Specialist
CredentialsMusic industry knowledge, familiarity with distribution platformsLegal or licensing background, industry knowledge
Work EnvironmentMusic distribution companies, digital platformsMusic publishers, licensing agencies, legal firms
Employer & Industry UsageRecord labels, digital distributors, independent artistsMusic publishers, media companies, licensing agencies

Full Time Music Distribution focuses on distributing music to digital platforms and stores, ensuring artists' music reaches audiences worldwide. Music Licensing Specialists handle legal rights, licensing agreements, and permissions for music use in media. While both roles require industry knowledge, distribution emphasizes platform management, whereas licensing centers on legal compliance and rights management.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Music Distribution job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,731 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Music Research Specialist, Disney Music Group

Burbank, CA • On-site

The Walt Disney Company
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation • 10K+ employees
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$61K - $79K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

Job Posting Title:

Music Research Specialist, Disney Music Group

Req ID:

10158854

Job Description:

The Disney Music Group (DMG) is the music hub for TWDC, encompassing all aspects of music commercialization and marketing: recorded music (Walt Disney Records and Hollywood Records), Disney Music Publishing, and Disney Concerts. DMG distributes music both physically and digitally, and also licenses music throughout the world in various forms of media including television, print, gaming, and consumer products.

Role Overview:

The Music Research team works closely with production partners across The Walt Disney Company's iconic brands on music cue sheets for productions presented by our world-class entertainment studios. Our goal is to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of music reporting to performing rights organizations and interested parties worldwide. By doing so, the team supports royalty distributions, publishing revenue, and helps maintain compliance with industry reporting requirements. The Music Research Specialist also provides music identification expertise to partners across the company.

Responsibilities:

  • Create, review, edit, and finalize cue sheets for music reporting to PROs, sub-publishers, and various production stakeholders, ensuring a high level of accuracy.
  • Research and parse through multiple sources of information to build accurate cue sheets, including composer agreements, music licenses, PRO databases, music library portals, etc.
  • Onboard and train production parties to use the company's cue sheet program in order to deliver complete and accurate cue sheets.
  • Deliver finalized cue sheets and related reporting materials to appropriate stakeholders and interested parties.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for internal and external international cue sheet stakeholders.
  • Organize and prioritize assigned cue sheet work to meet quarterly deadlines, utilizing project management tools as needed.
  • Provide music identification services for Disney-owned productions.
  • Contribute to process improvements that enhance cue sheet quality, accuracy, and the overall operational efficiency of the team/department.
  • Any other necessary tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of cue sheet preparation experience
  • College Degree and/or equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Experience in or working knowledge of music publishing, performing rights, licensing, production/post-production in relation to industry-standard practices for film, television, and streaming cue sheets
  • Experience researching music rights and resolving discrepancies across multiple sources
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
  • Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners.
  • Experience with Soundmouse, RapidCue, or other automated cue sheet programs

  • Must be available to work onsite 4 days per week (Monday-Thursday). Fridays are remote with flexibility to work onsite as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Some experience with digital audio workstations (DAWs), such as Apple Logic or Pro Tools, preferred
  • Musical experience or the ability to recognize and distinguish musical elements preferred
The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $61,800 to $79,800 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

Disney Music Group

Job Posting Primary Business:

DMG

Primary Job Posting Category:

Cue Sheets - Studios

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-02

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At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. "We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. And it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help inspire that magic by enabling our teams to push the limits of entertainment and create the never-before-seen!

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Amusement, gambling, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

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