We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
UMG is looking for a dynamic team member to provide administrative, marketing and operational support to the Commercial, Content and Artist Strategy Senior Executive and team. The ideal candidate has a passion for music, ability to thrive in a high-demand, performance-driven environment, the ability to keep calm under pressure while being process-oriented and intellectually curious.
The successful applicant will support the team in driving revenue, content and strategy across all label properties. This role will require someone who is able to quickly learn and speak the language of our various imprints, but also who is a native user of all the leading and emerging digital/social platforms. We expect this position to go above and beyond normal executive support and help with doing research, analyzing data, manage and support ongoing projects.
Job Functions:
Extensive travel and meeting coordinationCalendar management and covering phone linesCreates agendas for external client meetingsMeeting of guests and help with general queriesMonthly Expensys reconciliation and processingRegular meeting prep and coordination including food ordering, document prep and organization as directed, occasional meeting coverage and note takingSpecial project coordination requiring follow up and meeting of deadlinesDevelop and execute content calendar for label social propertiesSupport in building innovative campaigns to further our labels' data capture, sales and advertising goals, and react to analytics in order to improve the success of these campaignsParticipate in idea sessions across all commerce platformsMonitor all streaming marketing platformsConduct business and market researchAct as liaison between executive and a wide array of internal and external contactsCommunicate to executive and label staff daily numbers across all projectsRun reports using internal reporting tools for artist and managersWork closely with senior analyst on forecasts, projections and catalog performanceUpdate weekly and daily reports with streaming, sales and playlist information for platformsCreate presentation and one-sheets for clients and artistsAdditional duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Skills/Abilities:
Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with employees of the company at all levels including Executive ManagementAbility to interact comfortably and effectively with external partners and clientsPossess strong attention to detail, problem solving and organizational skillsAdvanced Microsoft Office skills including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and KeyNote requiredProactive in determining roadblocksAbility to work under high pressure and speedGreat social and interpersonal skillsAbility to keep information highly confidentialFlexible and able to multi-taskExpert, native user of social media platformsNavigate various digital platformsAble to read and react to trends in the social and online spaceAble to read basic analytics and develop plans and content in reaction to what the data observed is telling usInterest & excitement in a broad array of genres of music and technologyInherent desire to stay current on developments in digital technologyStrong quantitative and analytical skillsAbility to partner and collaborate with a diverse range of interests and perspectivesStrong interest in the digital music marketMust have initiative and desire to learn the businessBasic HTML knowledge preferredIntermediate user of image editing & design software (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign)Quick learner who is able and excited to jump into and master new platforms, apps and services
Experience:
Minimum 3+ years of related experience in a music entertainment environmentDemonstrated ability to develop content for online useExperience writing copy and creation of photo/video content
Education:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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