Manager- Talent Booking at Vevo

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, Media, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Have a working knowledge of the music landscape and opportunities across other partners and DSPs
Demonstrate the ability to work in both a tight-knit internal team as well as with teams externally, in a fast-paced environment
Liaise with production team to maintain Vevo’s artist green room areas by keeping stock and assessing artist needs for shoots

Responsibilities

Work day-to-day with assigned list of label/distribution partners to secure original content bookings varying from in-studio productions for 2 NY studios and 1 LA studio to on-location custom creatives
Provide on site coverage for all LA-based productions, both in our studio and on location
Responsible for pre-production shoot prep communication between artist/label teams and our Vevo production team
Serve as a liaison between Vevo’s production team and artist teams on-site during original content shoots
Communicate directly with Vevo’s legal team for artist release forms, including specialty releases or contracts for higher-level/on-location shoots
Bring your passion about music to collaborate with the rest of Vevo’s Music & Talent team to solicit, review and pitch artists for flagship programs like Vevo DSCVR New Music, DSCVR, Artists to Watch, and Artist of the Year
Meet regularly with UK/EU team to identify and support global label priorities and collaborate on shoots where scheduling/budget allows
Collaborate with Vevo’s Marketing team to execute a variety of social media campaigns throughout the year that involve talent, including Black Music Month, Pride, Asian Pacific Heritage Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Women’s History Month, etc
Assist Vevo’s Sales team to book talent for both company and internal client events
Strategize with Vevo’s Programming team to implement creatives for CTV initiatives
Assist the production team in the ideation/execution of Content & Programming events periodically throughout the year
Utilize YouTube Analytics and Vevo’s Backstage software to predict artist trajectory for potential bookings
Work closely with label and management partners across the music industry to understand Vevo’s original content offerings and secure appropriate artists for those opportunities
Be on site to work closely with artists, labels, managers, and our Production team for all LA-based shoots, both in the studio and on location

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Talent BookingArtist RelationsMusic Industry NetworkingLabel PartnershipsContent ProductionProduction Coordination

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require being in the office?

This is an in-person role based in Los Angeles, requiring on-site presence for all LA-based productions in the studio and on location, with some travel required for shoots outside LA and NY areas.

What are the main responsibilities of the Talent Booking Manager?

The role involves working with label and management partners to secure artists for original content, providing on-site coverage for LA-based productions, handling pre-production communication, serving as a liaison during shoots, and collaborating with internal teams on programs like Vevo DSCVR.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Who does this role report to and how does it fit into the team?

The role reports to the Senior Director of Talent Booking and is part of the Music & Talent team within the wider Content & Programming department, involving collaboration with production, legal, and UK/EU teams.

What kind of experience makes a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates will have deep music industry connections, passion for music, experience liaising with labels, managers, and production teams, and the ability to handle on-site shoot coordination in LA.

Vevo

Global music video and entertainment platform

About Vevo

Vevo is a global music video and entertainment platform that provides high-quality music videos and live performances to a large audience. The platform connects fans with their favorite artists through a vast catalog of content, attracting over 1 billion viewers each month, including 149 million in the U.S. Vevo differentiates itself from competitors by offering a brand-safe environment for advertisers and integrating with artists' existing YouTube channels to enhance visibility. The company's primary goal is to deliver premium content while generating revenue through advertising, all while supporting social causes through charitable contributions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2009Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Social Impact, EntertainmentIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from platforms like Triller and TikTok threatens Vevo's market share.

Ad-blocking technology could impact Vevo's primary advertising revenue stream.

Changes in YouTube's algorithm may affect Vevo's visibility and traffic.

Differentiation

Vevo offers a vast library of 100,000 HD music videos.

Vevo provides exclusive original programming and live concert performances.

Vevo syndicates its catalogue to hundreds of sites globally.

Upsides

Vevo's expansion into smart TV apps enhances user experience and viewership.

Growing demand for shoppable CTV formats boosts Vevo's innovative ad solutions.

Partnerships with artists for exclusive content strengthen Vevo's premium brand.

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