We are looking for a hardworking Artist amp; Label Partnerships manager for the Gulf region. In this role you’ll ensure that artists, artist managers, and labels see Spotify as the #1 partner for artist development, promotion and monetization. Focusing on the Gulf music landscape, you will work closely with the local team to execute on critical initiatives as well as with your international counterparts on multi-market campaigns. Our ideal candidate has fun at work and a desire to make a positive impact on the music industry as a whole. This role is based in Dubai.What You'll Do
- Build and maintain best-in-class partnerships across the artist and label community and advocate for Spotify’s interests externally within the creator community
- Support and educate key partners on Spotify tools and resources to inspire them and improve their daily business
- Understand and gain insight of content consumption, user engagement and behaviors by analyzing data and analytics
- Ensure Spotify has the best possible content offering in your markets, and use this to further Spotify’s appeal to existing and new users
- Ensure priority releases in your territory are available on Spotify from day one
- Collaborate with the global Artist amp; Label Partnerships teams, as well as local and global editorial teams, to ensure content strategies are localized and successfully executed
- Work cross-functionally to fulfill strategic company goals
- Set up virtual and live conferences
- Attend events and conferences. Some travel required
Who You Are
- You have multiple years experience with label and artist relations in an established digital music service, record label, or at a media company in the Gulf region
- You possess a high level of written and spoken Arabic and English
- You have a consistent track record in music marketing and operations, a deep understanding of the local music industry, and have built relevant contacts with labels and artists
- You have a strong music and technology background; you are fully conversant in the latest digital marketing techniques and adept at analyzing and interpreting data and using it to set goals
- You are familiar with content management systems and supply chain processes
- You are well organized, dedicated, with the ability to plan and deliver on tight deadlines and pay outstanding attention to detail
- You have experience working within both local Middle Eastern and global teams
- You have excellent negotiating and presentation skills along with high EQ and the ability to build and manage strong relationships
- Finally, you're a great teammate and always have a positive and humble attitude
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