How I Got My First Recording Studio Job (and how you can too!)

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Hiya, Charlie T Music here 👋 🎬 How I Got a Studio Job (And How You Can Too) Want a job in a recording studio? This is exactly how I landed my first studio gig — and the steps you can copy to get your foot in the door. I’ll show you the email that got me hired, how to find the right person to contact, what to write (and what not to write), how often to follow up, and even when it’s better to knock on the door instead of hitting send. I started as a runner at Britannia Row Studios and worked my way up to in-house engineer. It all began with one honest email and smart persistence. If you’re a beginner with no experience wondering how to get a job in a studio, this video is your playbook. ⸻ 📬 What You’ll Learn • The exact email framework that got me hired (tone, structure, what to include) • How to find the studio manager’s name and get your message read • Subject lines that stand out (without sounding cringe) • Why experience matters less than attitude (and how to show it) • Follow-up strategy: how often to email, when to switch to socials, and when to show up in person • How to handle silence, rejection, and timing (most replies are about timing!) ⸻ 📬 What You’ll Learn: • How to write a studio job email that stands out • Tips on email tone, subject lines, and what to include • Why your experience matters less than your attitude • How to follow up (and how often) • Whether to use email, socials, or just show up • Real-life examples of what worked for me and interns I’ve hired ⸻ ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 00:00 – Why Emails Still Get You Studio Jobs (Beginner Music Career Tip) 00:31 – How I Got My First Recording Studio Job (Britannia Row Story) 01:31 – You Don’t Need Experience to Work in a Studio (Attitude Matters) 02:15 – The Exact Email That Got Me Hired (Template & Example) 03:08 – Be Personable in Your Email (Studios Hire People, Not CVs) 03:20 – Do Your Research Before Emailing a Studio (Stand Out Fast) 04:06 – Address the Studio Manager by Name (Avoid Rookie Mistakes) 04:40 – Write a Subject Line That Gets Noticed (Email Tips for Beginners) 05:16 – Why Most Studio Emails Don’t Get Replies (And What To Do) 06:09 – How to Follow Up Without Being Annoying (Persistence Pays Off) 06:42 – Don’t Wait for Job Ads – Email Anytime (Timing Is Everything) 07:08 – Should You Show Up in Person Instead of Emailing? 08:12 – Real Story: The Intern Who Knocked on the Door and Got Hired ⸻ 📺 Watch Next: ▶️ How to Be a Pro…ducer playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SRfxcFDtw4&list=PLjaRuhvswQGcQM8YSp_7ufzzTsPTugL_y ▶️ Stop Sending Downloadable Links — Here’s How to Share Your Music Safely https://youtu.be/-SRfxcFDtw4?si=wtQTvs4x1KBcVjb6 ⸻ 💬 Got questions about getting into the music industry? Drop them in the comments—I’ll do my best to answer or make a video on it. Like, subscribe, and share this with someone who’s hustling for their first studio job. 👉 Follow me on Instagram & TikTok: @charlietmusic 🌐 charlietmusic.com Big love. Bye!