APRA AMCOS is a member-owned music rights management organisation, positioned at the intersection of music, data and technology. We have more than 119,000 members who are songwriters, composers and music publishers. We license organisations to play, perform, copy or record our members’ music, and we distribute the royalties to our members.

As a National Education & Outreach Representative at APRA AMCOS, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining meaningful relationships, events and initiatives that drive community engagement and promote equity across our diverse membership and the broader music community. This role involves working closely with various internal teams and developing connections with external communities and industry. You will actively contribute to the delivery of events, initiatives, educational resources, programs and presentations that empower our members and expand their opportunities, promoting an inclusive music industry environment.

We are seeking an individual who can grow and maintain membership by delivering programs, initiatives and resources that resonate with music creators nationally. The role will promote equity and community engagement ensuring all music creators nationally have access to relevant resources and support regarding music rights and APRA AMCOS membership. You will collaborate across teams to identify and develop initiatives that expand opportunities and encourage inclusivity in the music industry, as well as coordinate and deliver educational presentations across educational institutions nationally (virtually and physically).

This role can be based in either our Sydney or Melbourne office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with National Manager, Education and outreach with coordination and delivery of Education and Outreach membership projects and events, with a focus on community engagement and equity

• Guide the Outreach department's activities to ensure alignment with the company's Community Engagement Principles, Equity Action and Reconciliation Action Plans

• Work with Comms & Marketing and Events to develop and maintain initiatives and programs for members through a lens of community engagement and equity

• Actively maintain an up-to-date understanding of business practices, industry standards, trends and general knowledge of APRA AMCOS and the broader music industry

• Liaising with internal teams such as Songmakers, Live Music Office, Membership and Media Licensing to provide assistance and input into the delivery of their programs and creating relevant events and resources for their specific needs.

• Work with Education & Outreach in updating and delivering educational presentations, creating resources and delivering them to schools, TAFEs, universities and others as requested

• Liaising with Communications department to produce a series of resources (both online and physical) for members, potential members, teachers & students and general music industry.

• Maintain post event and educational presentation reporting

• Actively maintain an up-to-date understanding of business practices, industry standards, trends and general knowledge of APRA AMCOS and the broader music industry
• Identify and deliver new projects to ensure the Education & Outreach objectives are met

To thrive in this role you will need:

• Proven experience in community engagement and education ideally in the music or creative industries.

• Experience in developing and managing programs and events that engage and educate diverse audiences.

• Knowledge of industry trends and a good understanding of the music business, APRA AMCOS, and its role in supporting members.

• Good organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Ability to deliver educational presentations at educational institutions and speak in public at various music industry and community events.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic, inclusive, and supportive work environment.

• Opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that support the music industry.
• Professional development opportunities and access to a network of industry leaders.

How to Apply:

If you're passionate about empowering songwriters and composers and you thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter via the Apply Now link, explaining why you would be a great fit for this role.

For more information on this role or to see the position description, please feel free to contact Caroline Mcknight, Manager, National Education & Outreach ([email protected] using the subject line: National Education & Outreach Representative - Sydney / Melbourne enquiry via EthicalJobs).

Please Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All applicants must have current and valid working rights in Australia or New Zealand.

While this role is one that requires specific skills and experience, we are encouraging people from all diverse groups who are interested in this position to put an application in, even if they are not sure if they meet every single bit of the selection criteria.