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Vevo

Software Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$125K - $145K/yr

Vevo is the world's leading music video network, connecting an ever-growing global audience to high ... This is a full-time remote position. As a member of the team you will: * Collaborate with fellow ...

JAM Industries, Ltd.

National Accounts Manager

Berlin, CT · On-site

$96K - $123K/yr

Sales Position Status: Full Time Our Company JAM Industries, making the world sound better, one ... distributor of music equipment accessories, professional audio, video, and lighting to music ...

Vevo

Software Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$125K - $145K/yr

Vevo is the world's leading music video network, connecting an ever-growing global audience to high ... This is a full-time remote position. As a member of the team you will: * Collaborate with fellow ...

Hot Topic, Inc.

Equipment Operator

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$18.74 - $20.24/hr

Hot Topic Distribution Center is looking to hire Full-Time Equipment Operators directly! Do you ... controlled with music playing on the floor for all to enjoy. Text to Apply: "WORK@HT" to 25000.

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PEEBLES-HERZOG INC

Pipe organ technician/tuner

Columbus, OH · On-site

$19 - $26/hr

The position is full time (40 hours a week). Responsibilities: * Tune and maintain pipe organs to ... Basic understanding of a musical keyboard and/on musical training. * Basic knowledge and skill with ...

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PEEBLES-HERZOG INC

Pipe organ technician/tuner

Columbus, OH

$19 - $26/hr

The position is full time (40 hours a week). Responsibilities: * Tune and maintain pipe organs to ... Basic understanding of a musical keyboard and/on musical training. * Basic knowledge and skill with ...

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Guitar Center Company

Lesson Advisor

Kansas City, MO · On-site +1

Hybrid, Remote, or On-Site Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: Competitive hourly rate Pay Differential ... musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or ...

Guitar Center

Lesson Advisor

Brownsburg, IN · On-site +1

Hybrid, Remote, or On-Site Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: Competitive hourly rate Pay Differential ... musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or ...

Guitar Center Company

Lesson Advisor

Brownsburg, IN · On-site +1

Hybrid, Remote, or On-Site Employment Type: Full-Time Pay: Competitive hourly rate Pay Differential ... musical instrument retailer. Whether at our Stores, Contact Centers, Distribution Centers, or ...

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

As of Jul 6, 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 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.

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 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.
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Purchasing Manager | Full-Time | Moody Center

Purchasing Manager | Full-Time | Moody Center

Oak View Group

Austin, TX • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Oak View Group rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

21st of 35 rated event venues

Job description

Oak View Group
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
Position Summary
The Purchasing Manager is responsible for the effective management and running of venue distribution/warehouse operations, including inventory, receiving, purchasing, ordering, lay-ins, purchase order tracking, clean-up, transfers, and equipment maintenance. The Purchasing Manager must provide a high level of event oversight, technical proficiency, and operational/personnel support to ensure the smooth running of (or preparation for) any assigned event. This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work a variable event-driven schedule, which includes evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction, strong management, and independent decision-making skills are required.
This role pays an annual salary of $70,000-$80,000
Benefits for Full-Time Roles: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; 401(k) Savings Plan; 401(k) Matching; and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until September 4, 2026.
About the Venue
At Moody Center in Austin, Texas, we are building a championship organization that serves our fans, community, and business partners through world-class sports, entertainment, and experiences. We believe our employees are our greatest assets. We strive to create a culture that empowers and inspires our employees to go above and beyond for our clients, patrons, and community.Moody Center is Austin's new arena that gave the "Live Music Capital of the World" the world-class arena it deserves. Moody Center is a premiere 15,000+ seat venue that hosts the biggest artists and acts on the planet. Designed specifically for concerts, the new arena is home to The University of Texas Women's and Men's basketball games, family shows, and other sporting and community events. Moody Center is the first of its kind in the industry with an unrivaled partnership between Oak View Group, Live Nation/C3 Presents, The University of Texas at Austin, and Minister of Culture, Matthew McConaughey. Moody Center has recently been named the Arena of the Year by Pollstar and by the Academy of Country Music.
Responsibilities
  • Actively supervise, coach, counsel, direct, train, and mentor employees in meeting company quality standards and will independently initiate and authorize all employment actions such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, promotion, and transfer.
  • Responsible for product purchasing/ordering, receiving, and distribution control for the venue.
  • Ensure that established procedures for tracking purchase orders, requisitions, receiving dockets, and perpetual inventory are maintained; report any deviation to General Manager.
  • Maintain and manage sanitation and organizational systems of all warehouse storage areas.
  • Willing and available to assist with Premium Services or Concessions event operations as directed by the GM or AGM.
  • Provide direction to part-time warehouse staff to ensure all established lay-ins are completed for each event, in addition to requisitioning during events, post-event breakdown, warehouse returns, equipment storage, sanitation, and maintenance.
  • Responsible for ensuring that the purchase order system is adhered to for all orders received at each warehouse; verify proper specification, size, quantity, etc. of goods received; supervise proper labeling, dating, and stocking of supplies.
  • Oversee and ensure that appropriate stocking levels are met for each event; rotate and maintain the integrity of product.
  • Ensure proper transfer process of product between buildings, including follow-up documentation.
  • Perform routine maintenance; responsible for concession and utility equipment cleaning and maintenance: portable equipment, burden carriers, carts, floors, refrigeration, and lighting. Ensure manifested equipment is in location.
  • Conduct a walk-through of the commissary, warehouse, and storage areas after the completion of the day to ensure all areas are clean.
  • Oversee daily operation as either the opening or closing manager on duty.
  • Assist Office Manager with daily/weekly/monthly sales and AR/AP when needed.
  • Gains thorough working knowledge of all existing concessions locations: geographical location, equipment, evacuation procedures, adjacent employee and guest areas, and facility access.
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or accounting is preferred.
  • Minimum 3-5+ years of warehouse/distribution purchasing experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Forklift certification is a plus.
  • Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff, and guests in a clear, professional, and courteous manner that fosters a positive, enthusiastic, and cooperative work environment.
  • Ability to make sound business/operations decisions (i.e., regarding employee placement, staffing adjustments, and/or responding to technical, product, or equipment challenges during an event) quickly and under pressure.
  • Solid working knowledge of computer applications: Microsoft Office, POS systems, and timekeeping systems.
  • Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
  • Possess a valid Food Handlers certificate and Alcohol Service Permit if required by state or local government.
  • Possess thorough working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements, food preparation guidelines, alcohol service policies, safety standards, etc. pertaining to Spectra and venue concession operations.
  • Ability to calculate basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages) as they relate to POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation, and product inventory.
  • Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
  • Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.
  • Nationally recognized, advanced food service sanitation certification.

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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