Now more than ever, students have a voice that can change the trajectory of the music business. The second #NEXTGEN_U virtual summit offered an exclusive opportunity to blend academia with action by uniting students, faculty, and the greater music community at the start of the pivotal 2021 school year!
6 – 6:05 pm ET
Welcome
Speakers
6:05 – 6:40 pm ET
Opening Keynote Conversation
Interviewer
Interviewees
6:40 – 6:55 pm ET
Speed Story: Label
Speaker
6:55 – 7:15 pm
Break
7:15 – 8:00 pm ET
Yes, Students Can Be A&Rs, Influencers & Gatekeepers – And Still Be Students
The hustle is real out here in the music business, and in the world of social media, there are more ways than ever to get into the industry even if you don’t score that dream internship at a top company. Whether they are bringing new talent to labels, helping to manage their classmates, or building a TikTok channel to showcase new music – students can (and should be) considering themselves part of the music business ecosystem regardless of what their resume says.
Moderator
Panelists
8:00 – 8:15 pm ET
Speed Story: Publisher
Speaker
8:15 – 8:25 pm ET
Break
8:25 – 9:10 pm ET
Breakouts
1) Real-Deal Digital Marketing Tips & Tactics
“Digital Marketing” is quite possibly one of the most buzzed about phrases in the music business, especially right now as “digital” is all we have. This past year has thrown the entire industry (and world) through a loop, but leave it to the marketers to emerge more creative than ever. Come hear from these digital marketing experts as they detail what digital marketing looks like post-pandemic and how students can help lead the charge.
Moderator
Panelists
2) Mental Health Roundtable
Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed with how many times you’ve been told the music business is extremely competitive? You’re not alone, and you never will be. There’s a paradigm shift within today’s music business and its executive leadership where acknowledging mental health is celebrated and not silenced. Join us for this safe-space roundtable where we will talk about how critical it is to keep your mind healthy, especially as a college student whose career has not officially started yet.
Moderator
Panelists
6 – 6:05 pm ET
Welcome
6:05 – 6:50 pm ET
Why Building Community Is More Important Than “Networking”
Students often describe networking as awkward, disingenuous, and confusing – and they’re kind of right. That’s why we’ve put together a panel of industry leaders who believe that building a solid community made of organic connections is really where your energy should be. But what does that mean and how is that different from networking? Check out this panel and you’ll get a glimpse at what we mean – which could possibly change your outlook on everything you’ve been told.
Moderator
Panelists
6:50 – 7:05 pm ET
Speed Story: Artist
Speaker
7:05 – 7:25 pm ET
Break
7:25 – 8:10 pm ET
Creating Change: How Students Can Be Diversity & Inclusion Innovators
Remember the panel prior about how students can be gatekeepers? Well, they absolutely can be change-makers too and that’s by paving the way for a more inclusive future for all music business executives and enthusiasts. Come be inspired as you hear from forward-thinking Diversity, Equity & Inclusion organizations and industry advocates who are creating change and encouraging the younger generation to do so as well.
Moderator
Panelists
8:10 – 8:25 pm ET
Speed Story: Live
Speaker
8:25 – 8:35 pm ET
Break
8:35 – 9:20 pm ET
Breakouts
1) Risk & Rewards: What To Expect As An Entrepreneur
Startups are a critical part of the music business, but not all students often receive the education on how to build, operate, and scale a business they’ve created themselves. So, what are the perks of being an entrepreneur? Well none, if you don’t consider entrepreneurship in music an option. Join this conversation of founders (some of who were CEOs as students) on how it is actually possible to start a business (with hard work of course) and change the music industry for years to come.
Moderator
Panelists
2) Insider Tips For Interacting With Executives
Did you ever think to yourself for hours what to write in that email to an executive you were connected to? Or how about if it was OK to reach out to someone on LinkedIn that you didn’t know? Well, you’re not the only one. Friends can give you advice, but how about hearing from the executives themselves on how they like to be communicated with? Come ready with your questions at this interactive session!
Moderator
Panelists
6 – 6:05 pm ET
Welcome
6:05 – 6:40 pm ET
Keynote Conversation
Interviewer
Interviewee
6:40 – 6:55 pm ET
Speed Story: Management
Speaker
6:55 – 7:15 pm ET
Break
7:15 – 8:00 pm ET
Expand Your Horizons: Music Industry Jobs You Don’t Always Think About (But Should)
It’s no secret the music business is constantly evolving and its needs are changing as the minutes pass. We’ve done some surveying in the past here at Music Biz and it always seems to turn up that most students want to work at record labels, publishing companies, or be a manager to an artist. So, we thought it would be fun if we brought together a group of panelists who have cool jobs, but don’t necessarily check the usual boxes. From tech platforms to brand partnerships to entertainment law and more – this panel’s purpose is to expand your horizons.
Moderator
Panelists
8:00 – 8:15 pm ET
Speed Story: Digital Service
Speaker
8:15 – 8:25 pm ET
Break
8:25 – 9:30 pm ET
Creating Your Own Opportunities: A Fully Student-Led Panel
As we approach one year into a pandemic, we see hope of somewhat new normalcy approaching due to the vaccine distribution. That said, this does not mean 2021 will be a year where jobs and internships automatically appear, innovation stops, and the world goes back to the way it was before March 2020. That’s why we put together this stellar panel, exclusively made up of students who found silver linings during this past year and inspired others to do the same. There’s still time to create your own opportunities in a time where opportunities may seem scarce. Join us for the finale of #NEXTGEN_U where we hope to inspire hope through student stories.
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