Senior Art Director at Universal Music Group

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, Marketing, Advertising, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Design-led creative thinker who can bring ideas to life with expert flair
Strategically minded creative who leverages cultural insights, data, and strategy for ideation
Ability to ideate individually and in teams to create culturally relevant, award-winning work
Mastery of leading creative campaigns from concept to delivery, including strategy, art-direction, design, experience, and execution
Ability to take ideas from ‘page to screen’ for art-based creative solutions
Ability to design eye-catching creative presentations that excite and convert brand partners
Understanding of user interaction and engagement in digital and real-world experiences to drive fans through the purchase funnel
Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and more) with advanced design skills
Creation and design of high-standard pitch presentations via Keynote, Canva or similar
High-level understanding of design fundamentals: layouts, typography, photo manipulation; illustration skills a bonus
Ability to articulate design-led solutions with mock-ups, sketches, and moodboards to expert level
Ability to edit audio-visual work for brand campaigns
Experience working with external production partners in visual and experiential formats
Basic copywriting skills for presentations and brand campaigns
Ability to work with data and insights teams to drive creative strategies
Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design or similar
Highly skilled and confident communicator and presenter
Passion for music, innovation, design, culture, and award-winning creative work
AWARD School or D&AD alumni preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and art direct world-class, captivating campaigns for brands within music culture
Ideate, rationalise, and execute work from end-to-end
Bring great creative ideas to life in real-world and communications formats
Leverage user experience to visualise ideas for brands
Create innovative, tailor-made marketing solutions leveraging music and culture for fan-centric campaigns

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Art DirectionCreative DirectionGraphic DesignCampaign LeadershipUser ExperienceStrategic IdeationCultural InsightsBrand CampaignsDesign ThinkingMusic Culture

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Senior Art Director position?

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Is this a remote role or is there a specific location requirement?

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What key skills are required for the Senior Art Director role?

Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and more), advanced design skills from conception to delivery, and ability to create high-standard pitch presentations using Keynote or Canva are essential. Strong understanding of design fundamentals like layouts and typography, plus strategic use of cultural insights for ideation, is also required.

What is the team and company culture like at BRING?

BRING features a tight knit and high performing team within Universal Music Australia, focused on innovative, music and culture-driven campaigns with a passion for artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Art Director position?

Candidates with a design-led creative mindset, strategic use of cultural insights, mastery of leading campaigns from concept to delivery, and being an AWARD School or D&AD alumni stand out. Unstoppable passion for music, innovation, design, and culture, plus expertise in Adobe Suite and user experience, are highly valued.

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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