Editor, Music Editorial (Fixed-Term 12 months) at Spotify

Berlin, Berlin, Germany

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

At least 3+ years of experience in the music industry, journalism, programming/curating music for digital, radio, TV, or other media outlets
Real expertise of music and culture in GSA (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), with deep knowledge of music and artists from this region
Perfect level of written and spoken German and English
Broad expertise across all genres and styles, especially an expert in Pop, with ability to curate music for diverse moods and moments
Strong writing skills to effectively translate music and cultural insights into engaging content
Skilled in interpreting data and analytics to inform editorial decisions and optimize performance
Culturally aware, with ability to critically evaluate music trends, emerging movements, and audience behavior beyond just data
Knowledgeable of Google Suite tools, comfortable with basic design tools and workflows, capable of creating visual assets like playlist covers
Excellent communicator, capable of connecting with audiences through written, video, or audio commentary
Great teammate who likes to work in a fast-paced environment, is organized, proactive, adaptable to change, and demonstrates a positive attitude

Responsibilities

Be a culture guide and proactively identify music trends and opportunities for Spotify
Curate a set of cohesive, engaging playlists for GSA with compelling descriptions and commentary that resonate with audiences
Focus on the daily music programming and editorial strategy for GSA
Listen to music from a wide range of musical genres and identify appropriate additional programming opportunities
Analyze user behavior and performance data to optimize playlist engagement and make informed editorial decisions
Translate music and cultural knowledge into engaging, relevant content for Spotify users
Work cross-functionally with teams like marketing, design, and product to achieve strategic goals (e.g., consult on music insights for marketing campaigns or integrate cultural insights into other team’s workflows)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Playlist CurationMusic EditorialPerformance AnalyticsData AnalysisCultural InsightsTrend IdentificationEditorial StrategyMusic ProgrammingArtist DiscoveryCross-Functional Collaboration

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type and duration for this role?

This is a full-time contractor position for a fixed-term of 12 months.

Is this role remote or office-based, and where is it located?

The role is based in Berlin as part of Spotify’s Editorial team in the Central Europe region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland). Remote work arrangements are not specified.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Candidates need 3+ years in the music industry or related fields, deep expertise in GSA music and culture especially Pop, perfect German and English, strong writing skills, data analytics proficiency, and broad genre knowledge.

What is the team structure and work environment like?

You will be part of the Music team in the GSA region, working cross-functionally with teams like marketing, design, and product, demonstrating a team player spirit in a collaborative environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Editor role?

A strong candidate has 3+ years music industry experience, GSA music expertise especially Pop, fluency in German and English, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Spotify

Digital music streaming service with podcasts

About Spotify

Spotify provides a digital music streaming service that allows users to access millions of songs and podcasts from various artists and creators. Users can choose between a free plan, which includes advertisements, and a premium subscription that offers an ad-free experience along with features like offline listening and higher sound quality. This tiered model caters to different user preferences and budgets. Spotify generates revenue through subscription fees from premium users and advertising from the free tier. Unlike its competitors, Spotify stands out with its extensive music library, user-friendly interface, and personalized playlists. The company's goal is to connect listeners with a wide range of audio content while supporting artists and advertisers.

Stockholms kommun, SwedenHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

$2,004.2MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Extensive learning opportunities, through our dedicated team, GreenHouse

Global parental leave, six months off - fully paid - for all new parents

Flexible public holidays, swap days off according to your values and beliefs

Flexible share incentives letting you choose how you share in our success

All The Feels, our employee assistance program and self-care hub

Spotify On Tour, join your colleagues on trips to industry festivals and events

Risks

Accidental display of adult content may harm Spotify's reputation.

Creating its own music to avoid royalties could lead to legal issues.

Layoffs may affect Spotify's operational efficiency and employee morale.

Differentiation

Spotify offers a vast library of music and podcasts globally.

The platform's user-friendly interface enhances user experience and engagement.

Spotify's personalized playlists cater to individual user preferences.

Upsides

Spotify's AI-powered Wrapped feature enhances user engagement and personalization.

Expansion into political podcasting taps into new audience segments.

Growing podcast popularity in Africa presents expansion opportunities for Spotify.

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