Music Publisher

A Music Publisher works with artists to get their songs used commercially. You’ll liaise with other industry professionals to promote your clients’ material and negotiate contracts on their behalf. Music Publishers represent songwriters and performers to secure recording deals and get their music played in films, television and advertisements. You might work with artists who are just starting in the music industry or have clients with a lot of experience.

Music Publishers need to have excellent people skills and be able to communicate with everyone from record industry professionals to singers and songwriters. You’ll have a lot of clients on your books so you’ll need to be a good at managing several tasks at once. Music Publishers need to be up to date with what’s happening in the music industry and have strong negotiation skills.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $80,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a music publisher?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CUA50820

Diploma of Music (Business)

On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $6,020
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Music Manager Music Publisher
CUA60520

Advanced Diploma of Music

On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $18,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA40920

Certificate IV in Music (Business)

On Campus
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Music Manager Music Publisher
CUA30920

Certificate III in Music (Business)

Traineeship
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Music Publisher Music Manager

Bachelor of Music Industry (Songwriting)

On Campus
3 years
$62,065
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Songwriting and Music Production

On Campus
3 years
$60,480
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Creative Practice

Blended
3 years
$49,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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