Meet the pressure to deliver career outcomes in music.
A workforce extension for
music programs.
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Skills training for music industry careers
Access to a network of employers
Consistent career outcome reporting
LAUNCHED AT
Huston-Tillotson University
Texas State University
North Carolina A&T University
Attract & retain students.
Report their career outcomes.
Texas State University
Fall 2025 Case Study:
$36,000-$72,000 in annual tuition retained
by offering a music industry workforce program
Nearly 40% of student survey respondents were at risk of transferring
7 of 12 students connected to companies like SXSW & C3 Presents
100% report feeling confident navigating the music industry
We provide:
Ongoing documentation of hiring trends across key sectors of the music business.
Tracking of job and internship applications submitted.
Reporting of internships, part-time roles, and full-time placements.
A workforce bridge from
classroom to career.
Semesters include guest lectures and workshops led by working professionals from companies like:
A global distribution powerhouse for independent artists and labels.
Label home of Grammy-nominated Dreamville artists J. Cole, J.I.D. and more.
One of the largest creative conferences and festivals in the world.
No added faculty workload.
What’s included:
✓ A six-week curriculum that doesn’t compete with your courses
✓ Instruction from industry professionals
✓ 1:1 career coaching & job pipelines
Career outcomes you can
track and report.
Rusti W.
Landed a full-time role as a Production Coordinator at SXSW
School: Texas State University
Major: Sound Recording & Technology
Program Participation:
Summer ‘25
Owen A.
Landed a graphic design internship at Mezz Entertainment
School: Texas State University
Major: Communication Design
Program Participation:
Summer ‘25
Brooke W.
Landed a full-time role as an Agent Assistant at Paladin Artists
School: University of Texas at Austin
Major: Public Relations
Program Participation:
Spring ‘24
Meet the pressure to deliver
career outcomes.
Partnership benefits
Begin with a low-lift pilot partnership
Annual partnerships include up to 40 students per year
Consistent outcome reporting