PA jobs in the music industry are highly pressurised and not easy to come by. The job looks glamorous, but involves lots of hard work and dealing with some tough personalities. A lot of people in this line of work have over inflated ego’s that require you to have a lot of patience. For many people the chance of working in this industry is such an exciting prospect that they will put up with the negatives.
PA required skills and abilities
You need to be a diligent worker and be well organised to be a personal assistant. You need a variety of skills, including the following:
- Making short hand notes
- Good listening skills
- A good memory
- Quick and accurate typing skills
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Good organisational skills
- Competency using a computer
Tips for music industry PA’s
If your employer is hard working and driven, you will need to match his pace. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. It is important to take lunch with fruit like bananas too. Eating during the day will get you through. You may need to work late, but try to get to bed early when you can. There are usually events and promotions that you need to attend during evenings and weekend nights.
Keeping a diary is a vital part of the job. In the days, weeks and months ahead you need to be aware of all the things that are planned. Keeping a digital calendar is also a good idea.
You should dress in a way that reflects the image your employer wants to portray. Just ask your boss if you are unsure. If your boss is dressed smart, you should not rock up in a casual ensemble.
