General Interest Application
At Chicago Music Exchange, music isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. We’re always looking for passionate, creative, and motivated individuals who want to make an impact in the world of music retail and ecommerce. Whether your strengths are in sales, operations, marketing, customer experience, inventory, content creation, or digital growth, we want to hear from you.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life to bring their unique perspectives, ideas, and energy to our team.
At CME, we value people who take pride in their work, embrace collaboration, and understand the importance of creating meaningful connections, whether that’s with customers, teammates, vendors, or the global music community. We’re especially drawn to people who are self-motivated, eager to learn, and excited by the opportunity to grow, contribute, and make an impact.
If you love music and are ready to turn your passion into a rewarding career, we’d love to connect. Instead of a cover letter, we’ve included a few short questions at the end of this application to help us learn more about you, your interests, experience, and what you’re looking for in your next opportunity.
With this job posting we do not have a specific opening but we review applications on a rolling basis and will reach out if the right fit comes along! Come be part of the CME family and help us inspire musicians everywhere.
If you work with us here are the benefits you can expect!
- Health Insurance
- Medical Insurance: HMO, PPO, and HSA plans available for full time employees on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. HMO and HSA employee premiums are fully paid for by the company.
- $15k Life Insurance Policy included when you enroll in health insurance at no extra cost.
- Dental PPO through Blue Cross and Vision Insurance through EyeMed available as add ons.
- 401k after 12 months of employment with 2% match (must be 21 or older).
- Paid Time Off
- Salaried Employees
- Starting at 14 days per year and goes up to 28 days after 5 years of employment.
- 7 Paid Holidays. (You will receive a floating holiday if you are required to work any holidays).
- Hourly Employees
- 2 Hours of paid leave accrued for every 25 hours worked. Can be used for any purpose!
- Salaried Employees
- Commuter Benefits - Pay for transit w/ pre-tax dollars
- Employee discount on music gear
- Casual dress code and work environment
All potential employees must complete a background check.