THE MELOCOMPASS PODCAST

Nicky Langley
THE MELOCOMPASS PODCAST

Ever wondered what a job title actually means? We are the music industry podcast that gets beneath this very question. We speak to a range of accomplished individuals from across the business, to create a conversation that reaches all areas of the music industry, building a full picture of the business behind the music and the opportunities available. Don't forget to like and subscribe to keep updated on the latest episodes!About MeloCompass: MeloCompass is an initiative created to drive diversity in the music industry by empowering women and minority groups to start a career in music and support them throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. CHARLOTTE TINDLE:  Major Mentor & Major Label Talent Acquisition

    07/31/2024

    CHARLOTTE TINDLE: Major Mentor & Major Label Talent Acquisition

    We are very pleased to share with you a special Bonus Episode for Season 5 with the talented Charlotte Tindle, Talent Acquisition queen. Charlotte is most known her role as part of the Talent Acquisition team at Sony Music! In her role Charlotte is blessed with the opportunity to able to shape the music industry by recruiting new creative professionals into all areas of a major label from Audience Development to Finance. Charlotte has a wealth of experience within music and speaks through her career journey from her time at BIMM University studying Music Production and freelancing in location and studio recordings after graduating. Charlotte began working in recruitment for various industries whilst perusing her love of music through an internship in the promotions team at Hospital Records and later landing her role at Sony Music. Proving that non-music experience counts as well! As a member of Talent Acquisition team, Charlotte has a tonne of advice to share with those beginning their career in the music business. She has also founded social platform Major Mentor to spread valuable knowledge and answer many FAQ's. For any listeners interested in the Sony Music Internships, that will soon be accepting applications, this episode is full of gems! We really hope that you enjoy listening, don't forget to like, comment and share with a friend. Links: Major Mentor Instagram: @themajormentor Major Mentor TikTok: @majormentor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  2. ALEX AMPOFO: Live Music Promoter and Founder of Women Connect

    06/20/2023

    ALEX AMPOFO: Live Music Promoter and Founder of Women Connect

    Season 4 finale! In this final episode of the series, we spoke with Alex Ampofo. Alex is an absolute powerhouse across the music industry - she is a Live Music Promoter at one of the UK's leading gig promoter and has worked on the shows and tours of some of the world’s leading talent’s such as; Ms Lauryn Hill, Robbie Williams, Janelle Monae, Ella Mai, SiR, Nao, Mura Masa, Goldlink, Jordan Rakei, Ghetts. As well as rising talents, Kojey Radical, Etta Bond, Arlo Parks, and Che Lingo to name a few. In this episode we discuss Alex's early entry into Live Music and the differences in responsibilities in various roles within live music promotion.   We also dive in to the various organisations Alex has founded including Acoustic Live which Alex founded in 2013. Acoustic Live is an award-winning events company, dedicated to the manifestation of acoustic talent and keeping stripped back music alive. Through this company, Alex has built a dedicated community, providing a powerful platform that offers artists a chance to flourish.  Alex is also known as a Founder of Women Connect an established female forward collective creating safer and inclusive spaces as well as equal opportunities for women, non-binary and gender fluid people within the creative industries. In addition to this, Alex also works across The Ends Festival, Somerset House, The F List (director), Black Music Coalition and UNICEF Music Group. There is so much packed into this episode - we'd love to hear your feedback via hello@melocompass.uk or DM us on @melocompassuk on Instagram. Don't forget to like, leave a rating and share with a friend! Links: Instagram: @planetalex Twitter: @planetalex_ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  3. SOPHIE DOHERTY- Director of Music Partnerships (UK) at DICE

    06/06/2023

    SOPHIE DOHERTY- Director of Music Partnerships (UK) at DICE

    In this episode we spoke with Sophie who is Director of Partnerships at DICE. We discuss her journey into the Music from studying Arts, Music and Entertainment Management at LIPA to securing her Masters Degree in Business alongside working in South Africa as well as her passions for diversity and inclusion; specifically stemming from leadership positions. During her time in South Africa, Sophie began managing bands and working within the Live Sector in Marketing and Partnerships. After the World Cup in 2010 there was much greater opportunity to tour in South Africa which led to a huge increase in ticket sales (100,000 to 1 million a year) working on tours for huge acts such as Ed Sheeran, Rhianna, Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber. She was nominated by IQ Magazine for Tomorrow’s New Boss/Arthur Award and also led ERG WeNation, supporting women in live music, especially in the time of the AmINext Movement. Using the intel from her MBA Sophie has a Podcast titled 'Sound Leader' and in her spare time also plays in a folk punk band. She is always on the hunt for the great gig! We really enjoyed working on this episode and hope you love listening! Don't forget to like, subscribe and leave a rating. Links: LinkedIn: @Sophie Doherty DICE Jobs: https://dice.fm/jobs Listen to Sound Leader on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0im5PeE9uaLd24oEWxSgNW?si=38b1afd0f22544ab Further Info on Am I Next Movement (T/W: Gender Based Violence): https://aminext.news24.com/ https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/the-death-of-uyinene-mrwetyana-and-the-rise-of-south-africas-aminext-movement https://womensmediacenter.com/fbomb/aminext-south-african-women-push-back-against-gender-based-violence Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

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Ever wondered what a job title actually means? We are the music industry podcast that gets beneath this very question. We speak to a range of accomplished individuals from across the business, to create a conversation that reaches all areas of the music industry, building a full picture of the business behind the music and the opportunities available. Don't forget to like and subscribe to keep updated on the latest episodes!About MeloCompass: MeloCompass is an initiative created to drive diversity in the music industry by empowering women and minority groups to start a career in music and support them throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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