Label Manager (Part Time)

Canvas Music Distribution; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A fast-growing music distribution company in London is seeking a part-time Label Manager. You will manage day-to-day operations, focusing on client relations and the delivery of music. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in the music industry, strong project management skills, and a keen understanding of digital marketing. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of an independent boutique distributor.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience within a distribution, label, management, or music company.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of label releases.
• Manage release campaigns, coordinating with teams and partners.
• Serve as the key point of contact with labels and artists.

Skills

Customer service

Digital marketing

Project management

Relationship management

Social media management

Job description

We are seeking a Label Manager (part-time) to join our team in London. The role will be responsible for helping with many of the day‑to‑day operations at Canvas Music, with a focus on client relations and ensuring the successful delivery, distribution and promotion of our roster’s music. This role involves managing relationships with artists, labels, our partners and other stakeholders, helping with DSP pitching, developing marketing strategies, handling the company’s social media channels, and coordinating with various teams to help drive the company’s continued growth. This is a unique opportunity to join the UK & Ireland’s fastest growing, independent boutique music distributor.

Responsibilities

• Support the day‑to‑day operations of label releases, ensuring successful execution from inception to delivery.
• Manage release campaigns, including scheduling, planning, and coordination with internal teams, external partners, and third‑party agencies.
• Serve as the key point of contact on behalf of the company, maintaining positive and productive relationships with labels, artists, management and industry contacts.
• Pitching to DSPs including acting as liaison with label and artist relations teams at DSPs, optimising potential for each release and identifying playlisting and other marketing opportunities.
• Oversee social media channels and maintain website content.
• Work with artists and artist managers in the collection of deliverables, assets, and in the development of schedules, targets, budgets and creative campaigns.
• Provide advice and assistance on all aspects of music distribution to ensure successful releases such as catalog ingestions, clearing claims, and managing rights conflicts.

Requirements

• 4+ years experience within a distribution, label, management, or music company working directly with labels, managers and artists.
• Exceptional customer service skills with ability to monitor and develop productive relationships.
• Understanding of digital distribution, including digital marketing and social media.
• Industry network and relationships in the independent music industry and/or digital platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain multiple project timelines with close attention to detail while being accountable and responsive.
• Problem solver, calm under pressure, highly organised.
• An eye for culture, an ear for trends and someone who loves live music.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter to [e-mail]. Applications will close at 6pm on 28th November 2025.

About Canvas Music Distribution

Canvas Music is one of the fastest growing independent music distribution companies in the UK & Ireland. Serving a curated roster of independent labels and artists, Canvas are doing distribution differently offering a highly selective and bespoke service to the independent music sector.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Part‑time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology