Manager, Promotion-In2une Music / Awal- Midwest

Full Time Job
JOB SUMMARY

As Midwest Promotion Manager, in2une Music/AWAL you will be responsible for creating and maximizing exposure for in2une artists through radio airplay in their designated territory/region/market(s). This includes soliciting, securing airplay, developing and coordinating promotions with local radio/media/retails/clubs, and other businesses.

You will be responsible for over 160 radio stations and your coverage will encompass the following high profile markets; Chicago, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Kansas City, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and other secondary markets.

This is a remote role based in Chicago reporting to CEO, in2une (an AWAL company).

BACKGROUND

AWAL has revolutionized the recording business by putting the creator at the centre of everything we do and transforming the way artists release music. Whether an artist is looking for the best digital distribution or a comprehensive global campaign, AWAL has become the partner of choice for innovative artists at all stages of their careers. This has created a high-quality path for artists to achieve success while maintaining ownership of their masters. The leading artists who have already chosen AWAL include JVKE, Jungle, Dayglow, Little Simz, Gus Dapperton, Lizzy McAlpine.

AWAL is currently over 150 people based across 10 offices and we're continuing to grow. That's where you come in. If you feel like the fast-paced, rewarding environment of our rapidly growing company is for you – share your story! Apply today and tell us why you are the best addition to our successful team

WHAT WOULD YOU DO IN A MIDWEST PROMOTION MANAGER ROLE?
• Secure and maintain radio airplay of in2une priorities at the following formats of radio; Pop, Rhythm, Hot AC, Alternative, Active Rock, Country, and AAA/ Non Comm.
• Establish, build and maintain excellent relationships with each radio station's staff. Meeting with them regularly to discuss in2une's current priorities and future releases.
• Conceptualize, create, coordinate and deliver unique and effective radio promotions that will enable our artists to gain exposure and airplay.
• Work as needed on the fulfillment of various promotions as they relate to radio stations, contesting, and our labels artists.
• Keep in close contact with Format heads and regularly communicate with them to discuss the territory, label priorities, promotion plans/strategies via weekly/monthly reports, emails, and conference calls.
• Adhere to all of the company's policies and procedures regarding Radio Promotion.
• Handle all administrative duties (product requests, servicing radio with new music/mailers, completing monthly recap reports, completing T&E reports, etc.) in a timely and efficient manner.
• Develop strong working relationships with retail, streaming services, lifestyle accounts, club owners, etc.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
• 3 years' experience working closely with artists and managers.
• You have experience in a label or product management role within a progressive label and can demonstrate excellent working knowledge of Marketing, Campaign planning, digital music distribution as well as DSP processes.
• Organized self-starter with the capacity to manage an often-intense workload and work in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong communication skills – written & verbal.
• Strong organizational and creative skills.
• You have experience or a working understanding of digital music marketing and promotion.
• You build and nurture internal and external relationships at all levels and can demonstrate an understanding of the needs of artists and labels for building and maximizing their release campaigns.
• You are a flexible, adaptable and strategic thinker with the ability to remain highly organized and efficiently structure and prioritize your workload.

About AWAL

AWAL is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Our Hybrid with Flexibility approach combines the flexibility of remote working with the benefits of in-person collaboration whenever we need to come together to do our best work. Managers will partner with their teams and employees to establish work arrangements that meet the business, team, and individual needs.



This position requires that the job candidate be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please note that an applicant will be considered fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose vaccine series (Pfizer or Moderna), or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine). The Company will consider requests for reasonable accommodations for documented medical reasons and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Please do not include proof of vaccine status or any indication of a possible request for an accommodation when submitting your application materials. If applicable, the Company will follow up with you directly to request proof of vaccination and to discuss any potential accommodations.