Studio Runner - Global Runners Programme

Music is Universal. It’s the passionate and dedicated team at Universal Music who help make us the world’s leading music company. From A&R to finance, legal to digital, sales to marketing, Universal Music is the place to grow and develop your career within a truly commercial and innovative business that leads in everything it does.

Everyone is welcome to apply for our roles, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment because of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief, age, marital status, background, pregnancy, or caring responsibilities. We also recognise the importance of diversity of thought within our teams and are fully committed to embracing the talents of people with autism, dyslexia, ADHD, and other forms of neurocognitive variation. We will always seek to make appropriate adjustments to recruitment, workplaces, and work processes to be fully inclusive to people with different needs and working styles. If you need us to make any reasonable adjustments for you from application onwards, including alternatives to the online form or to disclose a neurocognitive condition, please email UniversalMusicCareers@umusic.com.

The A Side: A Day in The Life. Abbey Road is the home of music making. The world’s first and most iconic recording studio, and a leader in sonic innovation, with the expertise and craft to bring out the best music in any vision or idea. From the Beatles, Shirley Bassey, Kate Bush and John Williams to Sam Smith, Little Simz, Frank Ocean and James Newton Howard, we work with music makers to release their greatest potential. As a runner at Abbey Road Studios, you will be more than just a participant; you will become an integral part of our legacy. Working alongside our team of seasoned engineers and immersing yourself in our unparalleled collection of audio equipment, you will experience first-hand the magic that happens behind the scenes of music’s most iconic recordings.

The B Side: Skills & Experience. Picture yourself walking through the same corridors as musical legends, soaking in the ambiance of our legendary studios, and contributing to the next chapter of Abbey Road’s storied legacy. This isn’t just a programme; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make your mark on music history. From the day-to-day setting up and packing down of sessions to assisting in studio sessions to contributing to ground-breaking projects, your role as a runner will be dynamic and diverse. Whether you’re coiling cables, calibrating vintage gear, or collaborating with industry professionals, every day will bring new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Investing in Your Future. Throughout the duration of your programme, you’ll embark on a transformative journey of learning and growth. Our comprehensive 12-month training programme is dedicated to improving your skills across a range of areas, including technical knowledge, practical application, and sessions with in-house engineers, management team, and experts across Universal Music Group. Our training programme isn’t just about the here and now; it’s an investment in your future career success. Our 12-month programme will equip you with a diverse skill set, industry connections, and valuable hands-on experience, we’re laying the groundwork for a fulfilling career in the music industry.

Commitment & Requirements. This role requires a high level of commitment and flexibility. Studio life does not follow fixed shift patterns, and sessions may take place during evenings and weekends, often at short notice. Candidates must be able to commit to the programme for the full 12-month duration and demonstrate a flexible, reliable approach to working hours. Applicants should have some prior experience working in a professional studio environment, along with a solid understanding of audio equipment and studio practices. A genuine passion for audio, music production, and sound technology is essential, as well as a willingness to learn, support others, and contribute positively to fast-paced studio sessions.

Apply Now! If you’re ready to embark on this extraordinary journey and take your skills to the next level, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Apply now to join us at Abbey Road Studios and become a part of something truly extraordinary.

Just So You Know… The company presents this job description as a guide to the major areas and duties for which the jobholder is accountable. However, the business operates in an environment that demands change and the jobholder’s specific responsibilities and activities will vary and develop. Therefore, the job description should be seen as indicative and not as a permanent, definitive, and exhaustive statement.