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Create Music Group

Director, Program Management

$180K - $200K/yr

It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse ...

Create Music Group

VP of Tax

California, MO · On-site

$220 - $250/hr

It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse ...

Create Music Group

VP of Tax

New York, NY · On-site

$220K - $250K/yr

It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse ...

Create Music Group

VP of Tax

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$220 - $250/hr

It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse ...

Create Music Group

Senior Treasury Analyst

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse ...

Create Music Group

Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse ...

Create Music Group

Senior Accountant

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

It operates a number of companies including Label Engine, one of the largest independent music distribution platforms in the world, with over 75,000 artists and 5,000 label clients; and Flighthouse ...

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How much do independent music label jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent music label in the United States is $26.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $32.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an independent music label?

An Independent Music Label job involves working for a music company that operates without major label backing. Roles can range from talent scouting (A&R) and marketing to distribution and artist management. These labels focus on developing artists, managing releases, and handling promotions with more creative control and flexibility than major labels. Employees often wear multiple hats, making adaptability and passion for music essential skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in an independent music label position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Independent Music Label, you need expertise in music production, artist development, copyright law, and music marketing, along with a keen understanding of the music industry. Familiarity with digital distribution platforms (such as Spotify, Apple Music), DAWs (Digital Audio Workstations), music publishing software, and contract management tools is essential. Strong networking, negotiation, communication, and entrepreneurial skills set successful music label owners apart. These skills are crucial for building artist relationships, promoting releases effectively, and managing the business in a highly competitive industry.

What are the biggest challenges faced by an independent music label and how do teams typically address them?

Operating an Independent Music Label often involves overcoming challenges such as limited budgets, competing with major labels for exposure, and managing multiple aspects of artist careers with a small team. Many independent labels handle these obstacles by building strong relationships with artists, utilizing digital marketing strategies, and collaborating with freelance professionals like producers, publicists, and graphic designers. The work environment is often fast-paced and dynamic, requiring team members to be adaptable and wear multiple hats. Working closely together in a creative, entrepreneurial atmosphere helps labels maximize their impact and discover innovative ways to grow their roster and audience.

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Infographic showing various Independent Music Label job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,935 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Content Creator (Latin Music) - AWAL

Sony Music Global Job Board

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We've played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We've nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.
Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we're committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.
Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.
The Content Creator will be a key member of our digital marketing team, working across the full AWAL catalogue of artists with a special focus on creating content for Latin region and other diaspora communities within the US. Your main objective is to generate interest and ultimately streams for our artists, doing so by creating and distributing engaging and sticky content on social media and driving dialogue about your content and the music connected to it. You must be deeply familiar with Latin music and other global music scenes to succeed in this role. You will have the flexibility to identify the trends you are most excited about, create the content you think will most resonate, and pick the music from AWAL that is the best fit. You will be responsible for strategizing on the best ways and places to distribute that content and for executing on that strategy. In a nutshell, we are looking for someone who is already creating and distributing content through socials, deeply passionate about building a career in music, self-driven in executing strategies that support our artists, and globally minded. Anyone who can join our team and deliver on that mission will find unlimited opportunities for growth at AWAL.
What you'll do:
  • You live immersed in culture, particularly for Latin communities in the US
  • You speak Spanish fluently or natively
  • You are intensely curious and highly creative
  • You create your own path
  • You have experience with content creation, design, editing and copywriting
  • You are chronically online and tapped into current social media conversations & internet trends
  • You are hungry and hard working and as interested in team goals as your own
  • You understand the difference between something real and something fleeting
  • You are proactive and a self-starter
  • You are motivated to make an immediate and tangible impact with your work
  • You want to see your work lead to real artists building real audiences
  • You want to shape the future of music marketing vs following strategies from the past
  • You want a place where an accelerated career in music is within reach

Who you are:
You have previously built and grown social accounts and have independently created content that has achieved virality. Alongside your application, please submit links to the accounts you have created and operated containing the content you have shot/produced/designed/edited.
What we give you:
  • A temporary contract
  • You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day
  • A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best

Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
California based applicants have certain rights under California law. Please see our California Recruitment Privacy Policy for more details.
The anticipated annual base salary does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
California Pay Range
$23-$23 USD

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