Communications Designer at Sony Music Entertainment

Culver City, California, United States

Sony Music Entertainment Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years relevant experience in graphics and communications/brand/deck design, including time at creative/brand agencies
  • Hyper detail-oriented strategic designer and a creative, bright individual who is business savvy and demonstrates good judgment, with the ability to execute projects from concept to completion
  • Agile creative thinker and doer, with ability to find existing and new solutions to novel strategy, communication, and design problems, and swiftly understand new genres and industries
  • Up to date on cultural, visual, and fashion trends, with a robust understanding of the intersection of fashion and music
  • Experienced in (or aware of) apparel

Responsibilities

  • Create a variety of presentations for All Teams meetings, COR and Sony Music executive updates, and miscellaneous requests. Maintain strict and high design standards, while sorting through and displaying complex information. Update and edit copy or clarity of communication. Continually develop and refine design language against a high creative standard. Own the delivery of materials to internal groups
  • Manage requests from account managers for non-strategic artist presentations, including assortment planning, artist activity recaps, and adjustment of existing artist communications for specific needs. Own the delivery of these materials
  • Codify current deck design language, creating templates for a variety of presentation needs in Keynote with a variety of Slide Layouts and preset Type Styles. Deliver thoughtful templates that adhere to COR’s design standards
  • Work with stakeholders across the company to address new presentation design needs, distilling those into new template assets as needed. Field inquiries and help requests for template usage, and adjust templates based on feedback
  • Assist VP in maintaining design language for Artist Strategies and Business Development pitches. Take responsibility of “last mile” design cleanup, stakeholder edits, and asset placement, when required

Skills

Graphic Design
Presentation Design
Visual Communication
Brand Strategy
Internal Communications
External Communications

Sony Music Entertainment

Global music company managing artists and royalties

About Sony Music Entertainment

Sony Music Entertainment is a major player in the music industry, offering a wide range of services to artists and music fans. The company focuses on discovering and promoting musical talent while managing music rights and royalties. It generates revenue through music sales, including physical albums, digital downloads, and streaming, as well as licensing deals for use in films and commercials. Live performances and tours also contribute to its income, along with managing artists' royalties to ensure fair compensation. A key feature is the Artist Portal, which provides artists with tools to analyze their earnings and make informed decisions about their careers. Sony Music is dedicated to nurturing new talent through internships and career opportunities, ensuring a pipeline of future industry leaders. Overall, Sony Music Entertainment stands out for its comprehensive approach to talent management, music production, and financial transparency.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1929Year Founded
GROWTH_EQUITY_NON_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey
A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching
Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition and student loans
We invest in your professional growth & development
Time off for a winter recess

Risks

AI-generated music could disrupt traditional music production and artist management.
Independent distribution platforms may reduce artists signing with major labels like Sony.
Legal battles over streaming royalties could impact Sony Music's revenue.

Differentiation

Sony Music's Artist Portal offers unique financial insights for artists' careers.
The acquisition of Cobalt Music expands Sony's influence in the Greek music market.
Sony Music's Global People Promise initiative integrates music with technology and culture.

Upsides

Collaboration with Duolingo opens new revenue streams in educational platforms.
Investment in blockchain enhances digital rights management and monetization opportunities.
Restructuring in GSA markets leads to efficient operations and innovative strategies.

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