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We’re on the hunt for our next Audio and Sound Design Intern.

Think you’ve got what it takes? This is your chance to elevate your career with Pressure Cooker Studios.

You’ve got ONE WEEK to apply, so don’t wait!

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– Read the T&Cs
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– Tell us why you want to join Pressure Cooker Studios
– Upload your CV
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Job description Job Title: Music Administrator
Employment Type: Part-time/Freelance Contract
Location: Remote, with options to join us in West London office
Fee: 150 p/d
Time Period: 3 days per week, approx 10 weeks from March depending on startdate (with the potential to extend the contract with two more packages of work later in 2025)

Sounds Right is a major initiative that EarthPercent is a partner on, led by Museum for the United Nations UN Live, in collaboration with global partners including AKQA, Limbo Music, Hempel Foundation, and others. Sounds Right launched NATURE as an artist, allowing her to receive royalties when her sounds are used in music. We’ve partnered with sound artist archives libraries The Listening Planet and VozTerra to provide a library of sounds that human artists can incorporate into their music, ensuring that streaming royalties go towards nature conservation.

More info: https://soundsright.earth/

We’re seeking a Music Administrator to support Sounds Right music releases leading up to Earth Day, and with a possibility to extend the contract to support releases for further key environmental moments in the year. Your role will be to coordinate the release and distribution of music featuring NATURE, liaising with collaborating artists, ensuring that all licensing, metadata, and releases are properly handled to maximize fundraising for conservation.

Key Responsibilities Artist & Label Liaison:

• Act as a point of contact for artists and their management and label teams for all aspects of release and promotion planning.
• Provide artists with essential campaign information, assets, and messaging.
• Secure artist quotes for press releases and promotional use.

Release Management & Administration:

• Help maintain and manage administrative aspects of the campaign.
• Ensure all natural sounds used in music are properly licensed from our partner expert sound libraries.
• Coordinate and verify metadata for releases. – Upload metadata, audio files and artwork to our distribution partner(s) – Organize and process all relevant licence agreements / waivers with artists/labels

Marketing, PR & Reporting:

• Work with EarthPercent, UN Live and AKQA to coordinate marketing materials and social media content.
• Assist in preparing marketing materials and press releases with PR teams.
• Support EarthPercent in coordinating launch activities and press outreach.
• Track campaign performance, prepare reports, and assist with final accounting requirements. – Provide additional support as needed to ensure the success of the initiative.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone ideally passionate about creating positive environmental impact, and who:

• Has experience working with labels, music managers or distribution platforms.
• Has experience in project and/or campaign management.
• Is a proactive and detail-oriented organizer, ensuring smooth execution of tasks.
• Possesses strong communication skills and can liaise confidently with artists, managers, and industry executives.
• Works well under pressure, meets tight deadlines, and can manage their time effectively.
• Is independent, takes ownership of tasks, and delivers high-quality work.

Deadline for applications is 12:00 on 28th February 2024

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the voice of Adventure Ted using cutting-edge technology and AI tools to ensure consistent character portrayal across animations, virtual events, and multimedia projects.
• Collaborate with Childhood Cancer Society’s creative and production teams to enhance Adventure Ted’s voice and personality, elevating his presence in social media content.
• Use AI-based voice synthesis tools and audio editing software to create high-quality, engaging voice overs that align with Adventure Ted’s optimistic, fun-loving, and compassionate character.
• Bring Adventure Ted’s animations and projects to life, creating impactful emotional connections with audiences.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to AI voice synthesis and audio production to ensure timely and seamless project delivery.
• Research and implement emerging AI and audio technologies to continually improve the quality and consistency of Adventure Ted’s voice.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Our Mission: A clear understanding of Childhood Cancer Society’s mission to provide financial and emotional support to families battling pediatric cancer. Adventure Ted’s voice must reflect hope, positivity, and resilience in every project.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in sound design, audio engineering, or voice synthesis. Candidates should be prepared to share examples of projects where they used AI or audio technologies to create character voices, as well as a sample of what they believe would reflect Adventure Ted’s voice.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in AI voice synthesis tools (e.g., Descript, ElevenLabs, or similar) and professional audio editing software such as Pro Tools, Logic Pro, or Adobe Audition.
• Passion for Storytelling: A genuine enthusiasm for using sound and technology to bring characters to life and inspire audiences.

Desired skills

• AI and Voice Synthesis Expertise: Proven ability to leverage AI tools to craft dynamic and engaging character voices, with a focus on maintaining consistency in tone and delivery.
• Creative Vision: Capability to align Adventure Ted’s voice with the organization’s messaging while innovating on new ways to engage audiences through sound.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to troubleshoot and refine AI-generated voices and address technical challenges during production.
• Collaborative Spirit: Strong communication skills to work closely with Childhood Cancer Society’s art, videography, communications, and technology team to ensure Adventure Ted’s voice integrates seamlessly with visual storytelling. – Attention to Detail: Maintain high standards in voice quality and character consistency, ensuring Adventure Ted’s voice resonates across all platforms.
• Adaptability: Stay informed about advancements in AI and sound design technologies to continuously enhance Adventure Ted’s character experience.

Industry
Non-Profit

Fun Fact
One of our main wish grants is sending children on one of the most VIP Disney/Universal Theme Park experience in the world. Here are some examples: 2021 Year In Review: https://youtu.be/_m1AV0TlulENoah’ Wish Grant Summary: https://youtu.be/JsBRP3bvh4A

About Us
At Childhood Cancer Society (CCS), a recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit, we provide essential support to families facing the trials of pediatric cancer. Our origin traces back to a teenager’s resolve to amplify family support after his own childhood health challenges. Today, CCS commits to delivering hope, emotional reinforcement, and financial aid to ensure no child endures the journey of cancer treatment alone.

Embodying our ethos of perseverance and optimism is Adventure Ted, our superhero teddy bear and official spokes-bear. He embodies the courage found in adventures, guiding children and families to maintain a positive outlook by embracing his motto: See the adventure in all that you do. CCS not only strives to alleviate the burden of childhood cancer but also to infuse this challenging journey with a sense of adventure and possibility.