Senior Artist Relations Manager

This is a Full Time Job

The Amazon Music Artist Relations team is seeking an experienced professional in a key role working with members of the creative community across multiple genres with a focus on Afrobeats, HipHop and R&B, including artists, managers, and attorneys, to facilitate increased collaboration with Amazon Music. Based in Los Angeles, the Artist Relations Manager will be a passionate advocate on behalf of customers, educating, influencing, and driving mutually beneficial results.

This role is primarily responsible for managing Artist Relations programs across Amazon Music by working internally across the music industry team and with the Director of Black Music & Culture, while reporting to the Global Head of Artist Relations and working externally with artist managers. A successful candidate for this role will be an independent, creative problem-solver with great business acumen, and the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously while managing competing deadlines.

Key job responsibilities
• Facilitate and encourage positive discussions between artists/managers and teams within the artist management community (e.g., artist meetings, host/join artist playbacks in office and out at our Los Angeles facility)
• Manage end-to-end internal and external pitches and campaign launches for Artist Relations programs (examples: Breakthrough program, Amazon Music Originals, Live audio video content pitches)
• Develop compelling solutions for artists to engage in initiatives with Amazon Music, resulting in business growth for the artist and platform adoption
• Represent Amazon Music on the ground at events, festivals, Amazon Music Live/Presents, and industry gatherings to manage Artist Relations communications and build relationships
• Develop key relationships and act as an Amazon Music ambassador within the artist community and the larger music industry, particularly in the Los Angeles and Atlanta market
• Maintain deep knowledge of cultural trends, music expertise, and industry landscape to make informed content strategy recommendations
• Leverage Los Angeles-based resources including Studio 126 for artist playbacks, Atmos recordings, and content creation

A day in the life
• Organization – At any given time, you will be responsible for intake of touchpoints across Artist Relations, Amazon Music Originals, genre teams, and pitching artists across the organization for various opportunities. You will need to prioritize effectively and allocate time strategically across competing demands.
• Working with Ambiguity – This person needs to be comfortable succeeding in an environment where they will need to carve their own path, take initiative, and drive projects forward without always having a clear roadmap.
• Dive Deep – We need someone who isn't afraid to roll up their sleeves and work at all levels, from strategic planning to hands-on execution.

Qualifications
• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
• Experience with strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working directly with artists, songwriters, or other creative professionals
• Experience managing a large number of account relationships and deals simultaneously, ideally related to media/entertainment
• 10 years of event marketing or brand, program, or experiential marketing experience
• 8 years of experience in artist relations, artist management, or music industry partnerships with demonstrated success building relationships with artists, managers, and creative professionals
• 8 years of experience managing end-to-end program launches and campaign execution across multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines
• Experience representing a brand or platform at industry events, festivals, and professional gatherings to drive business development and relationship building
• Proven track record of developing and executing strategic initiatives that drive measurable business growth and platform adoption
• Deep knowledge of Afrobeats, HipHop, and R&B genres, including current cultural trends, emerging artists, and industry landscape
• Experience working independently in ambiguous environments, taking initiative to carve new paths and drive projects forward without clear roadmaps
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize effectively across multiple high-impact projects while managing competing demands and tight timelines