Founded in June 2000 by musicians, artist advocates, technologists and legal experts, Future of Music Coalition works to ensure that musicians have a voice in the issues that affect their livelihood. FMC’s work is rooted in the real-world experiences and ambitions of working musicians, whose perspectives are often overlooked in policy debates. Over the years, FMC has provided an important forum for discussion about issues at the intersection of music, technology, policy and law. Guided by a firm conviction that public policy has real impact on the lives of both musicians and fans, FMC advocates for a balanced approach to music in the digital age — one that reflects the interests of all stakeholders, and not just the powerful few. By documenting historic and emerging trends in the music industry, FMC has become a trusted voice in the ongoing dialog about the challenges and opportunities facing today’s musicians. In fighting for a legitimate digital music marketplace and a broadcast media that values local and independent culture, FMC helps establish a healthier music ecosystem.

FMC’s work falls into three program areas – education, research and advocacy.

FMC actualizes its mission through a number of activities. We organize events that bring hundreds of musicians, technologists, attorneys, policymakers and industry representatives together for cutting-edge discussions about the changing music landscape, making sure to include a variety of voices in the conversation. We submit testimony, publish articles and speak on panels to make sure the creators’ experience is heard. We distill and translate information for musicians, and keep musicians informed about the changing music landscape. Finally, we generate original research to more completely illuminate the mechanics of the music industry.

Executive Director
Internships

Job Title: Executive Director
Reports to: Board of Directors
Supervises: 4 full-time staff, 2 part-time program directors
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: commensurate with experience

Mission
Future of Music Coalition (FMC) is a national nonprofit organization that works to ensure a diverse musical culture where artists flourish, are compensated fairly for their work and where fans can find the music they want.

Future of Music Coalition is a small, dynamic nonprofit with just a handful of core staff people. In order to accomplish all that we do, we rely on the kindness and skills of folks around the country who help us as volunteers. Examples include:

• helping with FMC events, either before the event or onsite
• marketing/flyering for events, projects, campaigns
• virtual street team: blogging, retweeting, Facebook posting about FMC projects and events
• data entry, data coding or content analysis on research projects
• if you are in DC area, helping out with mailing, filing, administration in our fast-paced office 

If you’re interested in joining the crew, fill out our volunteer form. Please be patient — our workload is often associated with specific projects. Thanks!