If you are interested in becoming a music producer, here are some tips to get you started.
One thing to keep in mind, is that unless you have connections in the music world, you will probably have to start at the very bottom.
Most music producers start out as engineer’s, or even a helper in a band, possibly setting up the mics and other equipment. It’s good to make it known that you are interested in producing music, because some of the people you are assisting, may very well be the one’s to give you a jump-start into the industry.You can also offer to be an apprentice.
You will need to know the most current technology, which may mean taking classes for a degree. Studying digital and analog technology will only help you learn the necessities for becoming a music producer. Beside’s schooling, it will help to have street experience. If you can be in a studio where they are recording music, it will help you learn the basic’s.
If possible, try to set up your own studio. You can record using computer software. Try offering to record your friends music for free, just to get the experience. From there, you could start out charging a small fee, and hopefully, in time, you will work your way up to becoming well known enough to earn a decent salary. The more equipment you have on hand, the better, even if you have to buy it second-hand.
Once you have some experience, you will need to network your ideas. Make a CD from a number of your best, using a variety of music. Try not to be too picky about which songs you are willing to produce, because you never know when you could be passing up an opportunity for a better deal.In the beginning, you will need to earn as much as possible, plus it will help get your name known.
If you are computer savvy, make a web page for yourself. Post on blogs, have some business cards made, anything to get your name noticed. Make sure you get word out that you will work on short notice. That may mean a lot to someone who needs a producer in a rush.