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Carnival Corporation

Lead, Music Experience

Davie, FL · On-site

Operations: Oversee shipboard live music offerings including Rock band, CenterStage Band, Latin Quartet, String Trio, Duos, Piano Bar, Soloists, and Pro DJs. Executes background music program and ...

Holland America Group

Lead, Music Experience

Davie, FL · On-site

Operations: Oversee shipboard live music offerings including Rock band, CenterStage Band, Latin Quartet, String Trio, Duos, Piano Bar, Soloists, and Pro DJs. Executes background music program and ...

Apple

Music Publishing Payment Operations

Culver City, CA · On-site

$110K - $210K/yr

Apple's Music Publishing Payment Operations team is responsible for the flow of royalty payments and reporting to rights holders around the world. In addition to close operational partnership with ...

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How much do music operations jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for music operations in the United States is $24.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $27.64 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Music Operations position, and why are they important?

To excel in Music Operations, you need a solid understanding of music industry workflows, project management, and rights management, often backed by experience in music business or related fields. Familiarity with digital audio platforms, music licensing databases, and project tracking software such as Asana or Monday.com is commonly required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential for coordinating across departments and with external partners. These skills ensure smooth execution of releases, efficient operations, and successful collaboration between artists, labels, and service providers.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Music Operations?

Professionals in Music Operations are responsible for coordinating music releases, managing digital assets, ensuring metadata accuracy, and liaising with distribution partners. Daily tasks often include tracking project timelines, handling music clearances or licensing paperwork, and communicating with artists, labels, and streaming platforms to resolve any logistical issues. Team members commonly use project management tools and music industry-specific software to keep workflows efficient and organized. This role requires balancing multiple projects simultaneously and maintaining strong attention to detail to ensure the successful delivery of music content.

What is a Music Operations job?

A Music Operations job involves managing the processes that support the distribution, licensing, monetization, and overall workflow of music-related content. This role ensures that artists, labels, and platforms operate smoothly by handling tasks like rights management, metadata organization, royalty processing, and content delivery. Music Operations professionals often work with streaming platforms, record labels, or tech companies to optimize music distribution and revenue generation. Their role requires a mix of industry knowledge, technical expertise, and strong organizational skills to keep music businesses running efficiently.

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Infographic showing various Music Operations job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 17% Full Time, 77% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,239 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Administrative Services Coordinator - School of Music

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

Iowa City, IA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

University Of Iowa Health Care rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 61 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

294th of 874 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Description
The School of Music is seeking a full-time Administrative Services Coordinator. This position performs administrative and academic support in the School of Music requiring a high degree of discretion and independent judgment and gives occasional support to other Performing Arts departments as needed. This position serves as the first point of contact for all visitors to the School of Music and assists, faculty, staff, and students with day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Serve as coordinator and main point of contact for the School of Music administrative office, triaging requests for information to faculty and staff as needed.
  • Support the daily operations of the School of Music, including, but not limited to, assistance at specialized events and activities, procurement of office and event supplies, and managing School of Music websites.
  • Provide administrative supervision for student monitors in the School of Music and house managers and ushers for School of Music and events. This includes recruitment, onboarding, and scheduling.
  • Track event attendance and visitor data for the School of Music.
  • Other duties as assigned by the School of Music Operations Specialist and the Performing Arts Administrator in support of the School of Music and Performing Arts at Iowa.

For a full job description or questions about this position, please send an email to kellie-kucera@uiowa.edu.
Qualifications
Education Required:
  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and administrative work experience is required.

Required Qualifications:
  • Some (6 months to 1 year) administrative experience is required.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge and application of oral and written communication and relationship building skills.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Knowledge of and ability to utilize tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
  • Previous administrative experience in a higher education setting.
  • Experience supervising student employees or professional staff.
  • Knowledge of and/or interest in music and the performing arts.

Position and Application details:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a "Relevant File" to the submission.
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. Please note that this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship in the United States.
For additional questions, please contact: Kellie-Kucera@uiowa.edu
Benefits Highlights:
Regular salaried position. Pay Level 2B. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
For more information about Why Iowa? Click here.
About Iowa
Joining the University of Iowa means becoming a vital part of the Hawkeye community, where your work directly impacts education, research, and student success. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, and generous leave policies. Benefit from 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to UI Health Care specialists. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Iowa City offers a great quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. Join us in making a difference at a leading Big Ten university and premier public research institution.

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