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Greyson
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Music Producers, what are some tips on becoming a music producer?
Preferably about/ Networking, experience building, professional development, and, lastly, work-life balance.
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Sonny Lettig
UX/UI Designer | Web Designer | DJ Instructor
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I started as a DJ, and that’s still where my passion lies—but I got into music production because I loved the detail of shaping sounds. For a while, I focused on sound design and built sample packs for beat drumming. Even though I eventually shifted back to DJing, that production experience gave me a strong creative foundation.
If you’re just starting out as a producer, here’s what I’ve learned along the way:
Networking:
Support other artists without expecting anything. Go to their shows, comment with intention, share their work. Real connections come from giving, not just asking.
Experience Building:
Don’t wait for perfection. Make beats, remix songs, create sample packs—finish things. Share your work. Each project builds your skillset and identity.
Professional Development:
Learn from people who’ve built the kind of career you want. Study how they release music, brand themselves, and find income streams like licensing or sample sales. You don’t have to go viral—you need consistency and strategy.
Work-Life Balance:
The hustle can burn you out fast. Protect your time, move your body, and don’t neglect your life outside the DAW. Your best music will come from a healthy headspace.
And if it helps, here’s my DJ site: son5hinemusic.com. It might give you ideas for how to present yourself and build a professional brand around your sound and story.
Take risks. Follow what lights you up. And whatever you do, pour your whole heart into it. That’s how you grow—and that’s what makes your work resonate.
Lastly, in music and in life, what you build with your whole heart will always resonate louder than what you create just to be seen.
Cheers,
Sonny Lettig
If you’re just starting out as a producer, here’s what I’ve learned along the way:
Networking:
Support other artists without expecting anything. Go to their shows, comment with intention, share their work. Real connections come from giving, not just asking.
Experience Building:
Don’t wait for perfection. Make beats, remix songs, create sample packs—finish things. Share your work. Each project builds your skillset and identity.
Professional Development:
Learn from people who’ve built the kind of career you want. Study how they release music, brand themselves, and find income streams like licensing or sample sales. You don’t have to go viral—you need consistency and strategy.
Work-Life Balance:
The hustle can burn you out fast. Protect your time, move your body, and don’t neglect your life outside the DAW. Your best music will come from a healthy headspace.
And if it helps, here’s my DJ site: son5hinemusic.com. It might give you ideas for how to present yourself and build a professional brand around your sound and story.
Take risks. Follow what lights you up. And whatever you do, pour your whole heart into it. That’s how you grow—and that’s what makes your work resonate.
Lastly, in music and in life, what you build with your whole heart will always resonate louder than what you create just to be seen.
Cheers,
Sonny Lettig
I appreciate this, thank you for the advice.
Greyson
Ariel Andino Nuñez
Productor musical
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El Hoyo, Chubut Province
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Ariel Andino’s Answer
Constant training, hours of practice, that will help a lot.
Thanks for the help.
Greyson
Marty Meyer
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Marty’s Answer
I don't work in music production, however I can vouch for the value of networking with professional who work in your area of interest. Your network will be your best asset in helping you move up and around in your career. Intern, volunteer and do your job well- you'll be rewarded with referrals and industry information from your network.
Professional development should be a constant source of upskilling for you, and can give you more street cred.
You're in charge of your work/life balance. Many jobs in entertainment lack boundary's, we refer to working in entertainment as a lifestyle, not a job.
Good luck
Professional development should be a constant source of upskilling for you, and can give you more street cred.
You're in charge of your work/life balance. Many jobs in entertainment lack boundary's, we refer to working in entertainment as a lifestyle, not a job.
Good luck
Thanks for the advice!
Greyson