How Do Music Producers Make Money? GRAMMY® Winning Producer Explains. – Full Circle Music

Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlsiuEuHl-8

Summary

### Summary

Mex O’Connor from Full-Circle Music answers questions about how music producers make money. Producers can earn through producing songs, finding artists to work with, building their skill level, and dealing with major label artists. The key is to deliver the highest quality product while making a living in the smartest and most sensible way possible.

Highlights

• Producing songs: A producer makes money by creating music.
• Finding artists to work with: Producers can discover talented artists at local clubs.
• Building your skill level: Improving skills leads to higher rates for producers.
• Dealing with major label artists: Working with established artists comes with a guaranteed budget, requiring good money management.

Key Takeaways

• Producers can earn royalties after the record has recouped its budget.
• Royalties pay a percentage for every record sold, but this method is becoming less common due to streaming.