Label Relations Mgr Catalog, Catalog Music
DESCRIPTION
Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that deepens connections between fans, artists, and creators. From personalized music playlists to exclusive podcasts, concert livestreams to artist merch, Amazon Music is innovating at some of the most exciting intersections of music and culture. We offer experiences that serve all listeners with our different tiers of service: Prime members get access to all the music in shuffle mode, and top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership; customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for unlimited, on-demand access to 100 million songs, including millions in HD, Ultra HD, and spatial audio; and anyone can listen for free by downloading the Amazon Music app or via Alexa-enabled devices. Join us for the opportunity to influence how Amazon Music engages fans, artists, and creators on a global scale.
As the Label Relations Manager, Catalog you will possess knowledge and relationships in the catalog label, artist and estate community – and above all – a passion for supporting artists’ catalog and longevity. The overarching objective of this tactical role is to execute artist campaigns that drive fan growth for artist catalogs and leverage Amazon Music’s unique toolset (livestreams, merch, spatial audio, voice initiatives etc. to name just a few) to deliver world class music experiences to customers on Amazon Music. As an expert in the community, the Label Relations Manager, Catalog will work collaboratively across a wide range of internal stakeholders (including the rest of the Label Relations team, Artist Relations, Programming, Artist Marketing and a large number of adjacent internal functions) as well as external industry stakeholders (artist teams, estates, record labels and others), to deliver and/or ensure execution against our growth goals. The successful candidate will balance a deep passion for, and knowledge of, the catalog industry as well as possess a high-level of organization, communication, attention to detail and collaborative working skills.
Are you up for the challenge? Our environment is very fast-paced, and requires someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, supremely organized, analytical, and comfortable working with multiple teams and management. If you have a passion for music, growing a business at Amazon, working directly with music labels, artists and estates while providing customers a great music experience - please apply!
Key job responsibilities
The Label Relations Manager, Catalog will:
* Work across an array of label, management and estate contacts to identify priority artist partnerships
* Work in parallel with artist relations, artist marketing and programming, as well as other internal teams, to maximize business growth for all stakeholders
* Manage, organize and prioritize inbound pitches and opportunities to align with Amazon Music goals
* Work with international colleagues to identify multi-national campaign opportunities
* Advocate for these partnerships internally to secure cross-functional buy-in
* Manage and execute partnership plans for projects that deliver fan growth
* Build, maintain and analyze data to glean actionable insights and best practices
* Collaborate with front line labels and internal label relations teams to build complimentary catalog support for new release projects
* Represent catalog label and artist interests externally on behalf of Amazon Music
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
* 2+ years experience with label relations, artist management, account management, product/project management or sales/marketing ideally with a specialist catalog music role, label or artist management team
* Knowledge of music industry and digital media landscape
* Deep passion and understanding of the catalog music space
* Sound work ethic with strong attention to detail and drive to deliver
* Excellent communication and organizational skills
* Experience in team-oriented work environment
* Ability to interact with stakeholders across all levels of seniority
* Bachelor’s degree preferred
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Excellent written communication and presentation skills
* Comfortable using the Bias for Action leadership principle
* Ability to analyze data and create actionable insights
* An exceptional global sensibility and awareness of global music markets
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $50,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $107,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.