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Tigran S.

Ashtarak, Armenia

$25/hr
4.8
262 jobs

Hi Music World, I'm Tigran and here to help you market your music, find your loyal fans, and grow your digital visibility. I have 10+ years of experience in Digital Music Marketing with U.S., Canadian, and European music artists and bands. I suggest ๐ŸŽฏDigital Marketing Services, such as: โœ“ Music Niche Social Media Growth Campaign โœ“ Music Niche Ad Creation on SM Platforms (e.g. Facebook, Instagram, TikTok) โœ“ Music Artist Branding and Strategy Creation โœ“ DSP / Digital Streaming Platform / Promotion ( Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc. ) โœ“ Music Niche targeted Streaming Boost โœ“ Song Placements to Music Playlists, Blogs, Radios, Journals, and streaming services โœ“ Music Niche Influencer Marketing โœ“ Full Design ( i.e., Logo Design, Graphic Design, Animation Creation ) โœ“ Video Editing I've worked with various genre music artists and bands (HipHop, EDM, Rock, RnB, Country, Gospel, etc.) and have proven successful campaigns with them. I would be thrilled to help you grow your music career. Best Regards, Tigran Sh.

  • SoundCloud
  • Influencer Marketing
  • Social Media Marketing
  • YouTube Marketing
  • Music Promotion
  • Spotify
  • Social Media Lead Generation
  • Digital Marketing
  • Music Licensing
  • Public Relations
  • Content Management
  • Graphic Design
  • Music Marketing
  • Apple Music
Muraina M.

Mowe, Nigeria

$10/hr
4.8
126 jobs

YOUR MUSIC DOESNโ€™T NEED MORE NOISE. IT NEEDS THE RIGHT AUDIENCE. Youโ€™ve invested time, money, and creativity into your music. But releasing a great song is only the beginning. The real challenge is getting it in front of the right listeners, turning those listeners into engaged fans, and building momentum that continues beyond one release. Thatโ€™s where I come in. Iโ€™m a Music Marketing Strategist helping independent artists, labels, and managers build sustainable growth across Spotify, YouTube, and social platforms through audience research, music promotion, playlist strategy, and targeted paid advertising. My approach is simple: understand your audience first, build the right campaign around them, then measure and optimize what works. WHAT I CAN HELP YOU GROW Spotify Growth Streams, saves, followers, listener engagement, and long-term audience development. Spotify Playlist Promotion Strategic, genre-matched outreach to relevant and legitimate playlist curators. YouTube Music Marketing Music video promotion, audience targeting, watch-time growth, subscriber acquisition, and Google Ads campaigns. Meta Ads for Music Facebook and Instagram campaigns designed to introduce your music to relevant audiences and turn attention into meaningful engagement. Audience and Competitor Research Identifying your ideal listeners, analyzing competing artists, and finding the strongest opportunities for your campaign. Campaign Strategy and Optimization Building, testing, analyzing, and refining campaigns based on actual performance data. Release and Artist Marketing Strategy Creating promotional roadmaps around singles, albums, music videos, playlists, and broader artist growth. I DONโ€™T SELL FAKE GROWTH You won't get bots, fake streams, artificial engagement, or shortcuts that put your artist profile at risk. I focus on real audience development and measurable marketing outcomes. The goal isn't simply to make your Spotify numbers look bigger for a few days. It's to help you build an audience that discovers your music, listens, saves, follows, engages, and comes back. WHY MY APPROACH IS DIFFERENT Audience before advertising I don't believe in putting your music in front of everyone. I research who is most likely to connect with your sound and build campaigns around that audience. Strategy before spending Whether we're working with a large campaign budget or a lean test budget, I focus on targeting, creative, positioning, and optimization before simply increasing ad spend. Music marketing combined with paid advertising I combine music-industry promotion with digital advertising, allowing your Spotify, YouTube, social media, and promotional campaigns to work together rather than operating as isolated channels. Decisions backed by data Campaign performance is monitored through relevant KPIs so we can understand what's working, what isn't, and where your budget has the greatest opportunity. No vanity metrics Views and streams matter, but they're only part of the picture. I care about the quality of the audience behind those numbers and whether your marketing is creating sustainable momentum. THE RIGHT STRATEGY DEPENDS ON YOUR MUSIC A new independent artist doesn't need the same campaign as an established artist, record label, or manager launching a new release. That's why I don't start with a generic promotion package. I start by understanding: Your music โ†’ Your audience โ†’ Your competitors โ†’ Your goals โ†’ Your budget โ†’ Your best growth channels Then I build the strategy around those variables. If you're looking for someone who will treat your music like a brand and a business, not just another song to promote, we should talk. Send me a message and tell me what you're currently trying to achieve with your music. I'll help you identify the strongest path to get there.

  • Music Promotion
  • Music Marketing
  • Spotify
  • Organic Music Promotion
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Digital Marketing
  • Email Marketing
  • Paid Music Advertising
  • Facebook Marketing
  • YouTube Marketing
  • Instagram Marketing
  • Digital Marketing Strategy
  • YouTube Ads
  • Facebook Ads Manager
  • Event Marketing
Paulino M.

Tigre, Argentina

$15/hr
5.0
1 jobs

โ€™m a music and audio professional from Argentina with 10+ years of hands-on experience in music, DJing, audio production, recording, sound mixing, critical listening, and nightlife. My experience has developed a strong ear for sound quality, balance, timing, rhythm, dynamics, pronunciation, and audio consistency. I work across different music styles and am comfortable with music production, audio editing, DJ mixing, sound analysis, and quality control. Iโ€™m particularly interested in Audio QA, AI voice and speech evaluation, Spanish/Rioplatense language evaluation, data annotation, transcription review, music analysis, content evaluation, and other projects where accurate listening and attention to detail matter. I also bring 10+ years of professional experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, logistics, inventory, order processing, and small-business operations. This has made me highly organized, reliable, comfortable following detailed procedures, and capable of working independently in fast-paced environments. I adapt quickly to new platforms, tools, and workflows and Iโ€™m comfortable working with structured guidelines, repetitive evaluation tasks, and quality-focused projects. Audio โ€ข Music Production โ€ข DJing โ€ข Critical Listening โ€ข Audio QA โ€ข AI Evaluation โ€ข Voice/Speech Evaluation โ€ข Argentine Spanish โ€ข Data Annotation โ€ข Content Review Available for both short-term projects and ongoing remote collaboration.

  • Music & Sound Design
  • Music Composition
  • Music
  • Music Production
  • Sound Mixing
  • DJing
  • Event Management
  • Event Planning
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Customer Service
  • Order Processing
  • Small Business Administration
Md Ayub H.

Kushtia, Bangladesh

$10/hr
4.2
79 jobs

Be visionary and secure your market lead! Why wait in a busy seller's order queue? Place an order today and enjoy premium services. Hi there,,,, I am a professional podcast growth and top-chart ranking specialist. I have been doing promotional work since 2018. I effectively promote podcasts on social media platforms like Apple, Spotify, and SoundCloud. My goal is to help you achieve the extraordinary through expertise, innovation and your aspirations. When I do work, my first priority is to ensure that my clients are fully satisfied. Here grows your audience, create viral awareness of your service or product. I help podcasts grow faster, rank higher, and reach the right audience not just more listeners, but the right listeners. As a Top-Rated Podcast Growth & Marketing Pro with a proven record of chart-ranking shows on Apple Podcasts & Spotify, I combine data-driven strategies with creative promotion to deliver measurable results. I specialize in organic and paid promotion strategies that bring real, measurable results without compromising your podcastโ€™s brand or authenticity. Over the years, Iโ€™ve helped both new shows achieve visibility, ranking, and audience loyalty. โœ…What I Do Best โ†’ Chart Ranking Campaigns โ†’ Proven strategies to land in Apple & Spotify Top Charts. โ†’ Audience Targeting โ†’ Reach the right people through analytics-driven promotion. โ†’ Social Media Growth โ†’ Engage listeners via Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube Shorts. โ†’ Paid Ad Campaigns โ†’ Google Ads, Facebook/Instagram Ads, Spotify Ads for faster reach. โ†’ Podcast SEO โ†’ Optimize titles, descriptions & keywords for search visibility. โœ…Why Clients Choose Me โ†’ I have a proven track record of boosting podcasts with 100K-10 million+ downloads to higher chart rankings. โ†’ Blend of organic + paid strategies for balanced, sustainable growth. โ†’ Clear communication, regular progress reports, and guaranteed deliverables. โ†’ Platform Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and major social media platforms means your promotion strategy is tailored for maximum visibility. โ†’ Strategic Growth Approach: I donโ€™t just aim for more listeners; I focus on attracting the right audience who will engage, subscribe, and share your show. โœ… Podcast Growth & Organic Marketing Service I help podcasters turn their content into a powerful growth engine by increasing real listeners, downloads, and engagement through strategic organic promotion. Instead of fake numbers, I focus on building a loyal audience that actually listens, interacts, and stays. โœ… Benefits of this Service: โ€ข Full-time work. โ€ข Natural and real traffic each day. โ€ข Totally organic and human traffic. โ€ข Grow real audience feedback and followers. โ€ข Grow new and active listeners. โ€ข Long-time work capability. โ€ข Feel free to contact me for more information about your work. โœ…Promotion Strategy Includes โ€ข Social media audience targeting โ€ข Niche-based listener outreach โ€ข Organic traffic generation campaigns โ€ข Engagement-driven promotion โ€ข Audience retention techniques โœ…Why This Service Stands Out โ€ข Organic & Human Traffic (No bots, no shortcuts) โ€ข Smart promotion using proven marketing strategies โ€ข Focus on long-term growth, not temporary spikes โ€ข Customized approach based on your podcast niche โ€ข Built to create organic impact, not just numbers โœ… Client Support & Experience โ€ข On-time delivery with consistent updates โ€ข Fast & clear communication โ€ข Flexible & effective custom packages โ€ข Dedicated effort to maximize your results Thanks..... Have a Great Day...

  • SoundCloud
  • Podcast Advertising
  • Podcast Analysis
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Organic Promotion
  • Podcast Marketing
  • Spotify
  • Social Media Marketing
  • YouTube Marketing
  • Graphic Design
  • Podcast
  • Podcast Marketing Consultation
  • Digital Marketing
  • YouTube Monetization
  • Organic Traffic Growth
Arash C.

Izmir, Turkey

$5/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Need a track that sounds professional from the first listen? Experienced in collaborating with top-tier artists worldwide, with +100 million streams 9+ years of experience in music production and audio engineering | BM student | multi-instrumentalist Worked with Dyce, Dina Ayada, Mert Kฤฑyak, Catchybeatz, KXVI, and others I help artists in R&B, Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, House, and EDM turn rough ideas, demos, vocals, and incomplete sessions into clean, powerful, industry-standard, release-ready records through expert music production, mix & mastering, audio editing, and sound design. Artists work with me when they need: - a track that actually fits the artist and the record, (not just โ€˜close enoughโ€™) - vocals edited, tuned, cleaned up, and sitting right in the mix - a mix that actually sounds clear, punchy, balanced, and competitive - a master that feels polished and translates well everywhere - one person who understands both the creative vision and the technical side A great idea is not enough if the track still sounds unfinished. With over 5 years of freelancing, I know what you think of freelancer producers/audio engineers. But you will be happy at the end because you will get: - previews and step-by-step workflow from the beginning until the end of the project - unlimited revisions. Iโ€™ll start over if you didnโ€™t like what I did after the first preview - detailed production + technical ideas and suggestions if needed - fast response time, easy communication - perfect and unique sounds with analog synths (Moog, Prophet, Arturia, Korg, and some more) - unbelievable signal processing with top-tier analog devices (TubeTech, Drawmer, SSL, API, and some more) - all the files and folders of your project - clean and organized stem, and understandable project files (FL Studio, Ableton, Protools) What I can help you with: Full music production (House & EDM - start to finish) Beat production (R&B, Hiphop, Rap, Afro, anything in between) Mixing & Mastering Audio editing Vocal editing (from vocal tuning to podcast editing) Sound design (post-production, preset design, sound recording) Production polish (demos, ideas, uncompleted projects) Why clients choose me: - +9 years of experience in music production and audio engineering (in FL Studio, Ableton, and ProTools) - +5 years freelancing on other freelancing websites - over 2500 projects sold online & experience working with big artists - %98 happy clients overall + %64 repeated buyers - experienced in both electronic and acoustic music (live record) - unique sounds and NOT using ready-to-use samples - being from a musical family, which causes high-value courses from an early age - formally trained in advanced-level classical, jazz, and modern music theory - being a multi-instrumentalist. piano (expert with concerts in resume), drums (playing in local bars), guitar, bass guitar, violin, baglama - +10 famous artists in resume - +100 million streams only on one song (as the producer) So if you're searching for an HQ, CLEAN, RELEASE-READY TRACK and not just a quick export, message me, LET'S MAKE A BANGER! About me: I started music at the age of 4, influenced by my parents. My father was a pianist and my mother a percussionist, who believed their child should grow up surrounded by music. I spent four years in a childrenโ€™s music program where I learned the fundamentals, though I donโ€™t remember its name now. At 8, I chose the violin as my first official instrument. Due to personal reasons, I had to sell it at 10 when I moved to another country. Just before high school, I bought an old piano and began teaching myself. In high school, I was required to study two additional instruments alongside piano, so I chose baฤŸlama and returned to the violin. At 15, I began music production, working with local rappers at my school and making my first sale. After performing in numerous concerts and studying extensively, I graduated and went straight to a university of fine arts to study music technology. There, I developed skills in mixing, mastering, production, instrument repair, and audio gear. I also worked as a PA operator for small to mid-sized concerts. It was challenging to handle live bands with different mixers every time, but those experiences ultimately made me much more adaptable and skilled. Over time, I worked with more than 200 clients, with around 20 becoming repeat collaborators. I consistently pushed myself to connect with bigger artists and increase my weekly project output. I joined a local band, performing regularly, and built a team with university colleagues, which allowed us to deliver higher-quality work and increase our sales significantly. I upgraded my home studio and was eventually hired by the biggest studio in my area, giving me access to top-tier equipment. I also had the opportunity to work on complex projects alongside university professors. Now, in 2026, I can confidently say that Iโ€™m able to deliver the highest quality sound my clients can hear.

  • Music Composition
  • Music Production
  • Music Arrangement
  • Music & Sound Design
  • Stem Mixing & Mastering
  • Audio Mastering
  • Sound Mixing
  • Audio Recording
  • Sound Design
  • Audio Post Production
  • Stereo Mixing
  • Dance Music
  • FL Studio
  • Avid Pro Tools
  • Ableton Live
  • Industrial Music
  • Electronic Music
  • Beat Sound Effects
  • Audio Editing
  • Audio Engineering
Zyrille Nino Z.

Malolos, Philippines

$16/hr
4.3
30 jobs

I build sustainable digital ecosystems for artists, DJs, and record labels. With a unique background as the Founder of Dreamify Records and a Bachelorโ€™s in Information Technology, I offer a rare combination of creative intuition and technical precision. Having collaborated with major labels, I know exactly what top-tier industry standards look like, and I bring those exact tools, workflows, and growth strategies to independent artists and businesses. My Experience: As a Label Founder and Artist Manager, I have handled everything from A&R and sound engineering to executing global marketing campaigns that generated over 3 Million organic streams. I understand the hustle of building an artist's brand from the ground up because I have done it myself. I bring this same "founder mentality" to every project. Whether you need a 4-week release rollout, algorithmic Spotify growth, or viral short-form content, I have the integrated skillset to deliver. What I Can Do For You: โœ… Music Marketing & Release Strategy I build data-driven rollout plans. From release strategies to Spotify Editorial pitching and PR outreach, I ensure your music actually reaches the right algorithmic audience and converts casual listeners into superfans. โœ… Social Media & Content Creation I turn raw studio sessions and live sets into high-retention short-form video (Reels, TikToks, Shorts). I handle the video editing, visual aesthetics, and copywriting to ensure your brand identity is consistent and compelling. โœ… Label & Music Business Management I handle the admin so you can focus on the art. I offer specialized support for artists and independent labels, including DSP distribution management (DistroKid, etc.), metadata optimization, split sheets, and overall digital ecosystem organization. Core Skills: Strategy: Spotify Growth, Release Rollouts, Brand Positioning. Creation: Short-form Video Editing, Visual Aesthetics, CapCut / Premiere Pro. Management: Community Engagement, Data Analytics, Label Administration. Ready to build a strategy that actually drives streams and builds your fanbase? Letโ€™s connect and map out your next release.

  • Music Production
  • Brand Development
  • Branding
  • Brand Management
  • Website
  • Virtual Assistance
  • WordPress
  • Graphic Design
  • Video Editing & Production
  • Multimedia Design
  • Music
  • Music Marketing
  • Music Promotion
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Media Marketing

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What does a SoundCloud specialist do?

A SoundCloud specialist manages the technical and strategic operations of an artistโ€™s presence on the SoundCloud platform. This role focuses on optimizing audio uploads, configuring monetization settings, and analyzing performance data to grow an audience. The specialist ensures that every track meets platform standards for quality and discoverability before it reaches listeners. They also handle administrative tasks such as setting up collaborator access and maintaining accurate metadata for search engines.

  • Uploads audio tracks through the SoundCloud web interface and verifies that files transcode correctly for streaming. The specialist reviews track details to confirm that artwork, titles, and descriptions align with the artistโ€™s brand and release strategy. This process includes checking audio levels and file formats to prevent playback errors or quality loss during distribution.
  • Optimizes track metadata to improve visibility in search results and recommendation algorithms. The specialist writes clear titles, adds relevant genre tags, and credits all contributors accurately in the description fields. These actions help listeners find the music and ensure that proper attribution appears on the public profile page.
  • Configures monetization settings within the SoundCloud for Artists dashboard for eligible tracks. The specialist enables revenue generation features, sets up payout information, and manages tax documentation required for financial compliance. They also assign collaborator access to allow producers or managers to view earnings and marketing tools without sharing primary login credentials.
  • Analyzes audience data using SoundCloud Insights to guide future release decisions and marketing efforts. The specialist reviews metrics such as play counts, listener locations, and engagement rates to identify trends in fan behavior. This analysis helps the artist understand which tracks resonate most with their audience and informs strategies for upcoming projects.

How to hire a SoundCloud specialist on Upwork

Step 1: Post a job

Define your audio management needs clearly to attract qualified candidates. Use the Job Post Generator powered by Umaโ„ข, Upwork's Mindful AI to draft a precise description in seconds. Describe your requirements in a few sentences, and Uma creates a tailored post for this role. You can write a new post, update a saved draft, or reuse an existing one.

  • Specify tasks such as uploading tracks, optimizing metadata for discoverability, and configuring monetization settings within the SoundCloud for Artists dashboard.
  • List required experience with SoundCloud insights to analyze audience performance and guide future release strategies.
  • Include details about managing collaborator access to ensure only authorized users handle earnings and marketing tools.

Step 2: Evaluate candidates

Review portfolios for evidence of successful track launches and optimized artist profiles. Uma runs instant video interviews and builds shortlists with side-by-side comparisons to speed up your selection process.

  • Look for examples of completed metadata optimization that improved search visibility and listener engagement.
  • Check for proof of configured monetization setups, including payout and tax documentation management.
  • Verify experience with SoundCloud distribution partner dashboards to interpret combined statistics accurately.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Discuss specific workflows to confirm their technical proficiency with the platform. Schedule and conduct interviews within Upwork Messages, which generates an immediate transcript and summary after each session.

  • Ask how they handle transcoding issues during the upload flow to ensure streams remain uninterrupted.
  • Question their approach to setting clear titles and credits to maximize algorithmic recommendations.
  • Request examples of how they used analytics data to adjust release schedules or marketing tactics.

Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Set clear deliverables such as uploaded tracks with full metadata and enabled monetization features. Use Upwork Messages and the contract workroom for all communication and project management tasks.

  • Define milestones for completing profile updates, rights documentation, and collaborator access configuration.
  • Rely on identity verification and Hourly Payment Protection to secure every hour billed through the platform.
  • Deposit project funds to cover fixed-price milestones, ensuring payment occurs only when you approve the work.

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How much does hiring a SoundCloud specialist cost?

$200-$800 per project is a typical range for focused SoundCloud specialist work. Final pricing depends on scope, technical complexity, required integrations, source-material quality, revision needs, and the freelancer's experience level.

Track upload and metadata optimization

$200-$400/project

Entry-level to mid-level
  • Audio tracks uploaded and transcoded for streaming
  • Titles and descriptions optimized for search discovery
  • Cover art attached to published releases

Monetization setup

$400-$700/project

Mid-level
  • Monetization enabled for eligible tracks in dashboard
  • Tax forms and payment details submitted for processing
  • Distribution rights documentation verified and filed

Collaborator access management

$700-$1,200/project

Mid-level to senior-level
  • User permissions configured for authorized team members
  • Third-party integrations reviewed and secured
  • Role assignments recorded for future reference

Analytics review and reporting

$1,200-$2,000/project

Senior-level
  • Audience demographics and performance data compiled
  • Trends identified to guide future release strategies
  • Actionable recommendations submitted for marketing plans

Full artist profile overhaul

$2,000-$3,500/project

Expert-level
  • Bio and branding elements updated across all sections
  • Existing discography organized and metadata corrected
  • Long-term growth plan built from historical performance data

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a SoundCloud specialist worth it?

For most businesses, yes: hiring a SoundCloud specialist is worthwhile. This role handles technical upload requirements and metadata optimization that artists often find time-consuming. It also manages monetization setup and collaborator access so creators can focus on producing music.

How do I evaluate SoundCloud specialist candidates?

Review their experience with the SoundCloud for Artists dashboard and ask for examples of tracks they have optimized for discoverability. A strong candidate explains how they configure metadata fields like titles and descriptions to improve search visibility and audience reach.

What tasks does a SoundCloud specialist handle?

A SoundCloud specialist uploads audio tracks, configures metadata for search discovery, and enables monetization for eligible content. They also manage collaborator access and analyze performance insights to guide future release strategies.

Which tools does a SoundCloud specialist use?

They work primarily within the SoundCloud upload flow and the SoundCloud for Artists dashboard. These platforms allow them to manage track details, monetization settings, collaborator permissions, and audience analytics.