Navigating Careers in the Entertainment Industry

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Welcome to the Music Lounge Podcast

Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte

56 episodes

6 days ago

“Welcome To The Music Lounge” delves into the exclusive world of MTV’s Music Department during the height of Total Request Live. Podcast hosts and former MTV Music Department employees Andrew Schiffman and Perry Turcotte chat with MTV and record label executives, music programmers, VJs, and artists about the Music Lounge on the 25th floor of MTV that would make or break an artist such as Britney Spears, Eminem and Destiny’s Child. It’s a nostalgic journey packed with interviews, insights, and a few juicy secrets from the golden age of music television. youtube.com/@welcometothemusiclounge

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Navigating Careers in the Entertainment Industry

Welcome to the Music Lounge Podcast

52 minutes 9 seconds

3 weeks ago

Navigating Careers in the Entertainment Industry

Summary

In this episode of the Music Lounge, hosts Andrew Schiffman, Susan Natoli, and Perry Turcotte discuss their career paths leading to MTV, the evolution of media and marketing, and the challenges of navigating the music industry today. They reflect on the changing landscape of job opportunities, the impact of streaming services, and the future of integrated marketing. Personal anecdotes and insights provide a candid look at their experiences and aspirations in the entertainment industry.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Music Lounge

03:11 Susan Natoli's Journey to MTV

07:37 Transitioning from Programming to Integrated Marketing

13:10 Navigating Career Changes and Layoffs

17:56 Perry Turcotte's Career Path

24:13 Andrew Schiffman's MTV Experience

26:17 Navigating Professional Relationships

31:48 The Job Search Struggles

36:26 The Evolution of Music and Nostalgia

41:37 Career Transitions and New Opportunities

48:50 The Future of Broadcasting and Streaming