Manager, Digital Marketing at Universal Music Group

Beverly Hills, California, United States

Universal Music Group Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud program suite (with focus on After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and/or Apple iWork (Numbers, Keynote, Pages, etc.) program suites
  • Proficiency in social media AR and Effect template creations (TikTok Effect House, CapCut, Spark AR, Snap Lens Studio, etc.)
  • Experience with audience and social media music analysis platforms: Chartmetric, Co:brand, MelodyIQ, Trendpop, YouTube Studio, Meta Business Suite, etc
  • Interest in gaming, metaverse and innovation spaces
  • Passion for social media and short form video marketing
  • Must thrive in a team environment but be able to take initiative and work independently
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to create case-studies and campaign reporting decks
  • Candidate must be extremely organized and detail motivated and possess a high degree of confidentiality
  • Degree in relevant field, and/or equivalent career experience
  • Music industry or artist relation experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead digital, social media content and fan community management initiatives for a VMG roster of priorities in the market
  • Construct comprehensive digital media album campaigns including implementing tools and platforms to increase fan engagement, social media strategy, digital partner management, etc
  • Strategize the digital narrative, short form video and content aspects of digital marketing campaigns for a roster of priority artists spanning the genres of Pop, Alternative, Rock, K-Pop, Electronic, Hip-Hop and more
  • Strategize creator and influencer campaign initiatives in support of artist releases - inclusive of working with agencies and developing 1:1 relationships with key content creators and channels
  • Manage cross-platform social media content calendars and digital fan engagement experiences
  • Build and manage an artist’s owned audience by increasing data capture via CRM strategy - including but not limited to Pre-Save, SMS and newsletter marketing
  • Monitor the wider social media and digital landscape for relevant trends, content opportunities and initiatives to best serve current campaigns
  • Contribute to and work with paid media department on digital advertising spends, budgets and viral/creator campaign strategy
  • Collaborate with internal departments (marketing, production, insights, promotion, commercial and program enterprises) to execute effective interactive strategies
  • Manage multiple campaigns in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Liaise with 3rd party vendors in the content creation, fan building and social community management marketplace
  • Maintain professional relationships with artists, label and management partners
  • Troubleshoot administrative and support queries across social media platforms
  • Utilize insights from a variety of analytics platforms to assess campaign performance, amplification opportunities and measure success
  • Author campaign decks and documents for presentation to internal Virgin Music Group teams, label and artist partners, digital marketing partners and DSPs

Skills

Digital Marketing
Social Media Strategy
Content Creation
Influencer Marketing
Fan Engagement
CRM
SMS Marketing
Newsletter Marketing
Paid Media
Content Calendars
Short Form Video
Cross-Platform Social

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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