Head of Marketing 0796

THE MUSIC MARKET; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent entertainment and tech company is seeking a Head of Marketing to lead their UK marketing efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the music industry, alongside excellent leadership and analytical abilities. Responsibilities include developing marketing campaigns, managing budgets, and fostering partnerships within the industry. Candidates should have demonstrable success in campaign management, with a passion for music and a wide-ranging network in the UK. This role offers an opportunity to shape the company's marketing strategy in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable relevant experience in the record industry.
• Successful campaign management for domestic artists.
• Experience in leading teams and inspiring others.
• Strong understanding of music industry marketing strategies.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for music and community understanding.
• Track record of delivering successful marketing campaigns.
• Experience with social media platforms and streaming.
• Wide industry and cultural networks in the UK.
• International marketing experience and contacts.
• Second language preferred.
• Experience in content fields like gaming or podcasts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing campaigns for artists.
• Work with artists to define positioning and narratives.
• Manage budgets and optimize spending.
• Deliver creative visual and written assets.
• Build relationships for strategic marketing partnerships.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Negotiation

Marketing strategy

Social media proficiency

Education

Qualifications in Marketing or Business

Job description

Ourclient,agroundbreakingindependententertainment/techbusiness,isseekingaproactive

HeadofMarketingtoleadUKmarketingoperations.Theidealcandidatewillbeadriven,digitallyminded marketingleaderwithstrongexperienceinthemusicindustry.

Keyresponsibilitieswillinclude:

• Developingandexecutingcomprehensivecross-platformmarketingcampaignstopromoteartists’music,profiles,andproducts.
• Workingwithartistsandinternalteamstodefinepositioningandbuildnarrativesthatdrivecommercialsuccess.
• Usingdataandanalyticstomanagebudgetsandoptimisespending.
• Ensuringtimelydeliveryofassetswithinbudget.
• Realisinganddeliveringherocreativevisualandwrittenassets.
• Establishingclearworkflowswithinternalandexternalpartners.
• Managingexternalpromotions,artistappearances,specialevents,andotheractivations.
• Communicatingplansandupdatestointernalandexternalteams.
• Mentoringjuniorteammembersoncampaigndeliveringandenhancingthegrowthanddevelopment.
• Strengtheningcompanycultureandreputationthroughevents,PR,andotherinitiatives.
• Buildingrelationshipstosecurestrategicmarketingplacementsandpartnershipswithentertainmentandcorporatepartners.
• Maintainingawarenessofindustrytrends,emergingtechnologies,andevolvingmarketingstrategies.
• Overseeingsocialcontent,audiencedevelopment,anddigitaladvertisingincollaborationwithaudienceandsocialteams.

Requirements:

• Demonstrablerelevant,currentfrontlineexperienceintherecordindustry
• Showcaserecentsuccessinrunningcampaignsfordomesticartists.
• Managerialexperiencewiththeabilitytoinspireandleadateam
• Robustunderstandingofmarketingstrategies,trends,andbestpracticeswithinthemusicindustry.
• Communicationandnegotiationskills.
• Possessgoodanalyticalandproblem-solvingskills.
• Passionformusicandaclearunderstandingofthecultureandcommunity.
• Proventrackrecordofdeliveringsuccessfulmarketingcampaigns
• Proficiencywithsocialmediaplatforms,DSPs,andrelevantstrategies,plusexperiencewithsocialstreamingplatformssuchasTwitchandmarketingplatformslikeCo:brand.
• QualificationsinMarketing,Business,orarelatedfielddesirable.
• PossesswideindustryandculturalnetworkspanningatleasttheUK.
• Internationalmarketingexperienceand/orcontactsdesirable.
• Secondlanguagedesirable.
• Experienceinothercontentfields,suchasgaming,podcasts,apparel,orfilmdesirable.

Please note that due to the volume of submissions, only successful candidates who meet the exact requirements will be contacted. If you have no heard back within 10 days of submission, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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