Recording Artist Jobs

Recording Artist jobs are open across music labels, streaming platforms, entertainment studios, and independent production houses, at every level from emerging acts to established headliners, with specializations in songwriting, vocal performance, and studio recording. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles21
Top stateNew York
Top employerVeracity Engineering
Top cityMineola, NY
Work type80% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Director of Recording Solutions
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Director of Recording Solutions
AudioCodes
Greater Jacksonville, NC Area
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Customer Success
Business Development
On-Site
None

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Director of Recording Solutions - North America
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Director of Recording Solutions - North America
AUDIOCODES
Remote
Content & Communications
Creative & Design
Marketing
501-1,000

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Music Audio Engineer (Recording Studio)
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New 19h ago
Music Audio Engineer (Recording Studio)
Vamp Entertainment
Clearwater, Florida
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$17 - $20/hr
On-Site
Music mastering

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Part Time ARP Instructor - Audio Recording & Production
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New 20h ago
Part Time ARP Instructor - Audio Recording & Production
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, New York
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
$903 - $1,008/yr
Master's degree
51-200

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Recording Technician
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Recording Technician
GARFIELD COUNTY COLORADO
Glenwood Springs, Colorado
Communications
Customer Service
Public Relations (PR)
$20.12 - $28.16/hr

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Recording Artist Job Market

Who's Hiring

Veracity Engineering2 open roles
AUDIOCODES2 open roles
MRCC Solutions1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Telecommunications

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in recording artist jobs.

  • Demonstrated vocal or instrumental performance ability with recorded portfolio or demo reel
  • Experience recording in professional studio environments with standard production software
  • Ability to take creative direction from producers, music directors, or brand clients
  • Knowledge of music licensing, publishing rights, and royalty structures
  • Experience collaborating on original songwriting, arrangement, or composition
  • Familiarity with live performance, session recording, and sync licensing workflows

Tips for Your Recording Artist Job Search

Tailor your credits to each listing

Recording artist postings often specify a genre, format, or audience. Pull the credits from your discography that match each opening's focus, whether that's commercial jingle work, album features, or sync licensing, and lead with those.

Build a demo reel that shows range

Employers want to hear how you sound across different production styles, not just your strongest single. Include three to five tracks that show tonal variety, genre adaptability, and your ability to take direction from a producer or music director.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists recording artist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your format

Studio sessions, live performance contracts, and sync licensing gigs have different deliverables and timelines. Filter your search by the format you work best in so your application speaks directly to what the employer needs from day one.

Prepare for audition rounds early

Many recording artist roles include a live audition or a custom recording submission as a first screen. Have a prepared piece and a session-ready setup so you can respond within the window employers typically give, which is often 48 to 72 hours.

Negotiate deliverables before signing anything

Recording artist contracts frequently bundle session fees, royalty splits, and usage rights into a single offer. Know which terms are negotiable, specifically exclusivity clauses and sync licensing rights, before you accept so you protect future opportunities.

Recording Artist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most recording artists?

The most active employers for recording artists right now are Veracity Engineering, AUDIOCODES, and AudioCodes, and the most openings are in New York, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Opportunities are distributed across major labels, independent studios, and content production companies.

How many recording artist jobs are remote?

About 20% of recording artist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in songwriting, voiceover, and sync licensing roles where deliverables can be submitted digitally. Live performance and in-studio session work typically requires an in-person presence at a specific location.

How do you become a recording artist?

Start by building a consistent body of recorded work across a defined genre or style, then secure studio time, either independently or through a production partner, to develop professionally mixed demos. Submit those demos to labels, music supervisors, and open casting calls. Building a live performance history and collaborating with producers strengthens your profile significantly over time.

Can you get hired as a recording artist with little experience?

Yes, some recording artist roles are specifically structured for emerging talent, including work-for-hire session gigs, backing vocal positions, and jingle production contracts that prioritize a strong voice over an established discography. Focus on roles that describe the deliverable clearly, assemble a short demo that matches the style requested, and respond quickly when audition windows open.

What does the recording artist interview process look like?

Most recording artist hiring processes start with a demo submission or portfolio review, followed by a callback that may involve a live audition, a custom recording prompt, or a brief creative conversation with a producer or A&R representative. Final stages often include a contract discussion covering session terms, usage rights, and exclusivity before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to recording artist jobs?

You can find and apply to recording artist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your genre, format, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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