Manager - Retail Marketing & DSP Relations

What you'll do:

• Find opportunities with DSPs to activate our catalogue and frontline through partnerships, IPs, and activations.
• Ensure our artists are featured on key DSP social channels (at least 1-2 a quarter).
• Prepare a monthly plan in collaboration with the data team to ensure products are placed and partnered across key DSPs globally, driving maximum visibility for artists and labels in diaspora markets.
• Create a monthly or quarterly plan to map all key updates, product changes, and new offerings on DSP platforms.
• Ensure monthly meeting cadences with key DSPs are in place to maintain and strengthen relationships.
• Work with the Head of Marketing & Head of label management team to identify key cultural / pop trends in the market and educate labels/artists.
• Work with the Global office on growth & performance marketing using our inhouse paid media teams on key releases for our Indian labels/artists.
• Coordinate with regional market leads to identify export opportunities and provide key local opportunities for international artists releasing music / touring.

Who you are:

• 5-7 years of experience in digital marketing, with a minimum of 3+ years focused specifically on music marketing at a label, distributor, or DSP.
• Proven, demonstrable track record of successfully launching and managing music campaigns that resulted in significant growth in streams or playlist placements. 
• Experience working within a label, artist management or distribution system managing releases, projects or relationships
• Established relationships with key contacts at major DSP is a significant advantage.
• Deep understanding of the pitching tools, editorial workflows, algorithmic levers, and promotional opportunities across all major DSPs.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret streaming data and performance insights to optimize campaign execution and support strategic decision-making.
• Knowledge of social marketing, online video platforms, digital advertising, and online promotional outlets
• High level of awareness and passion for local independent labels and artists
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Relationship-driven with a creative and analytical mind, with the ability to work proactively and autonomously.

What we give you:

• You join a vibrant global community with the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed for you, empowering you to bring your best
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt and create what happens next
• We give you the platform to champion positive change, with the opportunity to contribute to our social impact, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

Equal Opportunities

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