Senior Repertoire Development Manager at Universal Music Group

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Music, EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Previous experience with music product – delivering parts for physical, digital, AV releases
A passion for & broad knowledge of multiple musical genres and audiences; a love of music across the decades is a bonus
A great communicator with experience conveying ideas & plans to internal &

Responsibilities

Strategically project manage end to end process of a number of high priority artist campaigns from a repertoire and product delivery perspective – to include physical, digital and AV product
Manage artist and management team relationships, pitching and developing product plans and opportunities, navigating artist approvals
Oversee multi-artist campaigns from a repertoire perspective, for example Record Store Day and National Album Day
Oversee digital repertoire strategies – including newly created digital versions of tracks in campaign; copyright protection deliveries; currently unavailable digital repertoire for both strategic opportunities and gapfill requirements, as well as streaming plans
Liaison role with on roster marketing team to ensure efficient delivery of any projects generated via the frontline embed roles, and conduit for the Head of Repertoire
Support Head Of Repertoire Development with day to day running of Repertoire team
Line management of Repertoire Development Assistant and Coordinator
Provide strategic support to UMR RD consultants on priority campaigns
Work closely with Label Operations + Commercial teams to ensure timely delivery of releases within budget

Skills

A&R

Repertoire Development

Music Catalogue Management

Artist Management

Music Marketing

Digital Platforms

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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