Director, Deluxe Music Catalog Production

ROSTR, Inc.; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with immediate vesting

Wellbeing reimbursements

Job summary

Universal Music Group in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Director of Catalog Production to bring iconic catalog releases to life through deluxe boxes, limited vinyl runs, and special campaigns. You will collaborate with A&R, Creative, Marketing, D2C, and International teams to translate creative ideas into high-quality products.

Lead production workflows including artwork, pre-press, mastering, and delivery, coordinating with printers and supply chain to meet timelines.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of production experience in music, entertainment, or design-driven product development.
• Knowledge of physical manufacturing, printing, and mastering workflows.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Excellent communicator and collaborative team member.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of catalog releases (deluxe box sets, limited vinyl runs, special campaigns).
• Collaborate with A&R, Creative, Marketing, D2C, and International teams to translate ideas into tangible products.
• Partner with printers, manufacturers, mastering studios, and the supply chain to ensure accuracy, timing, and quality.
• Manage artwork prep, pre-press, mastering, and delivery, preserving creative intent.
• Track production timelines and milestones across multiple releases to stay on schedule.
• Explore new materials, packaging, and production techniques to elevate fan experience.
• Assist with digital companion releases ensuring alignment between physical and digital versions.
• Work with global teams to adapt releases for different markets while maintaining consistency.

Skills

Production experience

Music industry familiarity

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Printing workflows

Pre-press

Mastering workflows

Job description

Universal Music Group in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a Director of Catalog Production to bring iconic catalog releases to life through deluxe boxes, limited vinyl runs, and special campaigns. You will collaborate with A&R, Creative, Marketing, D2C, and International teams to translate creative ideas into high-quality products.

Lead production workflows including artwork, pre-press, mastering, and delivery, coordinating with printers and supply chain to meet timelines.