Frontend UX Designer at Universal Music Group

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, Entertainment, E-commerceIndustries

Requirements

3+ years of experience in UI/UX design, ideally in e-commerce, entertainment, or consumer brands
Strong portfolio demonstrating responsive design, visual design systems, and UX problem-solving
Excellent proficiency in Figma/prototyping tools and Adobe Creative Suite
Good working knowledge of Shopify and/or other D2C e-commerce platforms
Understanding of digital merchandising, conversion optimization, and checkout flow best practices
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, campaign-driven environment with shifting priorities
Nice to have: Experience designing for music artists, record labels, or fan-focused digital products
Nice to have: Familiarity with HTML5, JS, CSS
Nice to have: Passion for music, culture, and innovation

Responsibilities

Design and iterate on e-commerce experiences — from landing pages and product detail pages to checkout and campaign microsites — that bring artist brands to life
Present ideas clearly and advocate for good interface and experience
Create user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that balance storytelling, usability, and conversion
Collaborate with developers, merchandisers, and marketing teams to ensure pixel-perfect implementation and an exceptional end-to-end customer journey
Use insights from analytics, A/B testing, and fan feedback to refine and optimize store performance
Translate brand and album aesthetics into cohesive digital experiences aligned with campaign visuals and creative direction
Advocate for best-in-class UX practices, accessibility, and responsive design across all digital touchpoints
Work closely with developers to ensure the feasibility and implementation of design solutions
Collaborate with the wider design/motion teams to build out the ultimate fan experience and with store front developers and back end systems teams to push sites and stores into better experiences for artists and consumers

Skills

UI Design

UX Design

Wireframes

Prototypes

High-Fidelity Design

User Flows

E-commerce Design

A/B Testing

Figma

Sketch

Universal Music Group

Global music recording, publishing, and distribution

About Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group (UMG) operates as a major player in the global music industry, engaging in recording, publishing, and distribution across over 60 countries. The company works with a wide range of clients, from famous artists like Elton John and Taylor Swift to new and independent musicians. UMG's operations include selling physical and digital music, streaming services, licensing music for various media, and organizing live performances. The company signs artists to contracts, produces their music, and manages their publishing rights, while also offering marketing and promotional services to help artists expand their reach. UMG generates revenue through multiple channels, including music sales, streaming subscriptions, licensing fees, live performances, and merchandise. This diverse approach allows UMG to maintain its leadership position in the music market by providing comprehensive support to artists and capitalizing on various revenue opportunities.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1934Year Founded

$3,890.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Goods, EntertainmentIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Competitive Salary

401k

Flexible PTO

Medical, dental, visiion insurance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement

Well-Being Allowance

Risks

Legal battle with Drake over 'pay-for-play' could harm UMG's reputation.

Downtown Music acquisition may face regulatory scrutiny, delaying expansion plans.

AI partnership with Amazon may not fully address evolving AI content challenges.

Differentiation

UMG leads the music industry with a diverse global presence in 60+ countries.

UMG's artist-centric streaming model enhances engagement and revenue for musicians.

UMG's strategic partnerships, like with Amazon, bolster innovation and content protection.

Upsides

UMG's acquisition of Downtown Music boosts its independent music sector presence.

Partnership with KLAY Vision positions UMG as a leader in AI-driven music innovation.

Collaboration with WPP enhances UMG's marketing capabilities and global reach.

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