Director, International Marketing Urban

Full Time Job
Description

Based at the iconic Capitol Tower in the heart of Hollywood, Capitol Music Group is home to some of the best-known labels in modern music; encompassing the jazz icons of Blue Note, Capitol’s generations of pop stars, and the legendary recording of Motown to name but a few. We produce, distribute and promote some of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the industry. This role is a fantastic opportunity to join an organization on the cutting edge of the modern music business and, as part of Universal Music Group, a chance to be part of the world’s leading Music Company.

How we LEAD:

Capitol Music Group is looking for a Director, International Marketing, Urban to be a part of the team located in Hollywood, CA. As the Director, you will need to apply strong self-organization and time management skills while demonstrating proactive initiation and follow through on a broad range of actions. This position is ideal for a candidate with 5 years’ experience in the international marketing urban arena. The ideal candidate possesses a firm working knowledge of international marketing within urban/hip-hop lifestyle and culture.

How you’ll CREATE:
• Oversight of global marketing strategies for artist campaigns in conjunction with label partners around the world, specifically focused on Capitol Music Group’s urban/hip-hop genres via Motown Records, Quality Control & more.
• Ability to assess campaigns and strategically change their course by having an understanding of the process.
• Guide our label partners in creating well thought, globally-minded creative plans.
• Know of, be immersed in, and speak eloquently to the pulse/relevance of an artist/label partner within the culture of the scene.
• Liaising with all UMG offices globally to conceive marketing and promo
• Advising artist management in their strategic planning with international perspective, timelines, and global schedules
• Domestic and international travel required on a regular basis
• Support international affiliates in obtaining the necessary assets & tools to successfully develop artist brands internationally
• Constant communication between artist management, and international affiliates to regularly update them on development on their projects.
• Guide artist and management through marketing plans and promotional schedules.
• Understanding the data-driven analytics and knowing how to query and speak to specific data points that are meaningful.

Bring your VIBE:
• Minimum 5 years with Urban music or an Entertainment Company with at least 5 years of experience in International Marketing.
• Thorough and strong communication skills, with the ability to write and present marketing plans to executives and management.
• Ability to forge excellent internal communication with team members and able to build excellent professional working relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Keynote
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to prioritize and effectively follow through under pressure and/or tight deadlines
• Positive, proactive and pragmatic approach to any situation. Able to deal with problems as they may arise
• Ability to handle confidential information and interact with high-level executives
• Degree qualified or equivalent experience

Perks Playlist:
• Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – Paid Holidays, “Gift Week”, Summer Fridays
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Employee Developmental Support
• Annual Gym Reimbursement Package
• Pet Insurance, plus much more!

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer