Editor

Spotify; Paris; Hybride; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading music streaming service in Paris is seeking an experienced Editor for the Western Europe region. In this role, you will curate engaging playlists, analyze user data, and act as a cultural guide for music trends. A strong passion for music, along with excellent communication skills in French and English, is essential. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in the music industry, demonstrating a deep understanding of diverse musical genres. The position offers flexibility for remote work with occasional in-person meetings.

Prestations

Flexibility to work from home

In-person meetings

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in the music industry, journalism, or programming.
• Knowledge of Belgian and French-speaking markets.
• Ability to curate music for diverse moods and moments.

Responsabilités

• Identify music trends and emerging talent.
• Curate playlists for Belgium and France.
• Analyze user behavior to optimize playlist engagement.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams.
• Support artist discovery through editorial projects.

Connaissances

Proficient in written and spoken French

Proficient in written and spoken English

Deep knowledge of music, artists, and culture

Skilled in interpreting data and analytics

Excellent communication skills

Experience in music industry or journalism

Knowledgeable of Google Suite tools

Ability to critically evaluate movements

Outils

Google Suite

Basic design tools

Description du poste

We are looking for an experienced Editor for Western Europe region (Belgium, France Luxembourg), to join Spotify’s Music Editorial team based in Paris. In this role you will be part of the Music team in the Western Europe region

You will contribute your expertise to various music-related projects within the company, including playlist curation, creative editorial work, and cross-functional collaboration with different teams in the region and beyond. You will provide deep cultural and musical insights to build highly engaging and cohesive music experiences for listeners, extending beyond playlists, while ensuring an unbiased editorial voice for a wide array of moods, moments, and genres. Additionally, you will drive artist discovery through an extensive editorial ecosystem of playlists and tools, critically assessing music trends and user behaviour to identify opportunities and emerging trends.

You will demonstrate a team player spirit, a passion for performance-oriented analytics, and a solid understanding of Spotify’s role in the music industry both locally and globally. Additionally, you will have an editorial personality that thrives in engaging audiences through creative formats, bringing the playlists to life in innovative ways.

As a music editor, you will be encouraged to make data-informed decisions while also contributing creative and cultural expertise. Above all, your work will impact the way the world experiences music!

What You’ll Do

• Listen to music from a wide range of musical genres and proactively identify music trends, emerging talent, and opportunities in the local and global music landscape, acting as a cultural guide.
• Curate cohesive, engaging playlists for Belgium and France with compelling descriptions and commentary that resonate with audiences.
• Analyze user behavior and performance data to optimize playlist engagement and make informed editorial decisions.
• Collaborate with global and regional editorial teams on programming initiatives and strategies to improve Spotify’s market position.
• Work cross-functionally with teams like marketing, develop, and product to achieve strategic goals and integrate cultural insights into workflows.
• Support artist discovery and help grow fan bases for artists in Belgium and France through editorial projects and internal workflows.
• Occasionally participate in creative and innovative formats to bring playlists to life and develop a deeper connection with listeners.

Who You Are

• You are proficient in written and spoken French and English. Flemish and/or Dutch as a plus
• You have at least 5 years of music industry experience in the music industry, journalism, programming/curating music for digital, radio, TV, or other media outlets.
• You are dedicated to music every day and have deep knowledge of music, artists and culture, with a focus on Belgian and French-speaking markets
• You have a broad expertise across all genres and styles – from Hip-Hop to Pop, Indie to French Variety or Dance to Rock – and can curate music for diverse moods and moments.
• You are skilled in interpreting data and analytics to inform editorial decisions and optimize performance.
• You are culturally aware, with the ability to critically evaluate movements, and audience behavior beyond just data.
• You are knowledgeable of Google Suite tools, comfortable with basic design tools and workflows, capable of creating visual assets like playlist covers when necessary.
• You are an excellent communicator, capable of connecting with audiences through written, video, or audio commentary to improve playlists.
• You’re a standout colleague who is organized, meticulous, adaptable to change, and consistently demonstrates a positive attitude.

Where You’ll Be

• You’ll be based out of our Paris, France office.
• We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best! There will be some in-person meetings, but still allows for flexibility to work from home.

Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what’s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be forward-thinking! So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s in our differences that we will find the power to keep revolutionizing the way the world listens.