MC Alumna Miami Golde ’17 Lives Out Her Dream Job in the Music Industry

When MC Alumna Miami Golde was 7 years old, she wrote in her journal that she wanted to work in the music industry. She would tell her teachers and peers that she was going to be famous and build her career in music. Many people doubted her along the way, but now, those same people marvel at her success.

Golde’s dreams became a reality in 2023 when she accepted an offer to work as a stagehand for Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour performance in Charlotte, North Carolina. This was a full-circle moment for Golde, who idolized the generational pop star while growing up. 

“Working for the Beyoncé tour made up for everything that I’ve been through. It was a life-changing moment because she’s the artist of our generation. I have other goals in my life, but nothing tops working for the Renaissance Tour.”

Music has always been a cornerstone of Golde's personality. As a student at Montgomery College in 2015, she was featurednew window in the student newspaper, The Montgomery Advocate, which described her aspirations to be a successful singer and songwriter. While she no longer writes and performs music, music remains a core part of everything she does. 

Golde currently works in artist rights management at SoundExchange. Previously she has worked for renowned organizations such as AEG Presents, managing high-profile events and sponsorship activations for industry leaders like Ray-Ban, Amazon Music, Meta, American Express, and Absolut Vodka. Her notable roles include serving as vice-chair of development and fundraising for Women in Music: DC Chapter and lead sponsorship production liaison for Coachella and Stagecoach at AEG Presents. 

Golde realized the extent of her success in 2023, when she attended the 65th Annual Grammy Awards with her mother. Her mother has always believed in her passion for music, and she sacrificed to ensure that Golde could pursue opportunities while building her music-industry career.

“My mom has always been my biggest supporter. She’s also paid everything for me, whether it’s getting flights to different cities, arranging hotel stays, and other important financial costs for my career. Bringing her to the Grammys was a moment where I got to finally pay her back and show that her investment paid off.”

Furthermore, Golde has had memorable experiences interviewing artist Chapelle Roan, meeting rapper Travis Scott and getting his autograph, and interning at the label contracted to rapper Megan Thee Stallion. 

Golde hopes that her career inspires students to pursue a similar path to hers. She grew up in Montgomery County, went through the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system, and came to MC with the hopes of building her career. She worked closely with Professors Christopher Koch and Joanne Carl while at MC, utilizing their industry-specific knowledge to help her gain access to and navigate unique internship opportunities. She was also a radio host at MC, which provided her with pivotal engagement and marketing experience. 

“MC is a great opportunity for students to thrive coming out of high school. The professors have so many resources and so much knowledge to share, and the smaller class sizes allow for a close-knit community. People downplay community colleges, but MC has a lot to offer, and it helped put a chip on my shoulder.”

Golde is a rising star in music and entertainment, and she’s an exemplary MC alumna. For those interested in learning more about her experiences and connecting with her, visit her website herenew window, or email her at MiamiGoldeBookings@gmail.com.