Location : Berlin preferred, London optional
Salary : Competitive
To set and execute global streaming and digital strategy for all !K7 Music repertoire, including in-house labels and the Label Services division, worldwide. Directly manage an in-house team, and drive productive teamwork and pitching to all DSPs. Manage release schedules, use data and streaming analytics to continually drive success and provide timely actionable metrics and reporting to stakeholders at all levels.
Responsibilities include :
Secure the most favorable positioning for our artists and releases with DSPs.
Partner with playlist, editorial, marketing and experiential teams at DSPs to develop coordinated on-platform and off-platform campaign elements.
Develop global strategy and maintain and grow relationships with all DSPs.
Understand and exploit the unique positioning and needs of each DSP.
Be well versed on emerging trends, new entrants in the DSP space, and other social, merch, and fan experience vehicles that impact streaming and digital.
Liaise internally and with DSPs on unique, high impact streaming and digital strategies and campaigns for each priority release.
Create and drive opportunities to reactivate catalog associated with new releases.
Directly manage and be part of a Digital pitching team, delegating DSP relationships, reporting and administration as needed.
Represent the company at industry events, and with trade associations.
Define reporting metrics to drive success within the digital part of the business, converting trends and metrics into actionable strategies and practice.
Collaborate with colleagues to make data informed business and creative decisions.
Take a proactive approach with artists, managers and other partners in collaboration with artist management, A&R, and marketing departments
Provide regular reporting to artists and their managers, and be responsive to their inquiries and needs.
Necessary Skills & Experience :
At least 3 years experience in International digital sales and streaming in the music industry, gained at either a label or distributor
Strong relationships with major DSPs globally including Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport, Deezer, and Amazon.
Prior success leading global streaming campaigns.
Ability to analyze, report, interpret and act on large amounts of streaming data.
Strong work ethic and highest integrity.
Collaborative leader and colleague, and effective communicator.
COMPANY
Founded in Berlin in 1985 by Horst Weidenmuller, !K7 is a multi-faceted music services and label group with offices in London, New York and Berlin, and partners across the globe. The !K7 label group includes in-house labels !K7 and it’s flagship DJ-Kicks series, the award-winning global music specialist Strut Records, forward thinking electronic AUS label plus the modern-classical leaning label 7K!. In addition, the Label Services division works with a collective of like-minded independent label partners which benefit from !K7’s firmly established global services, marketing and distribution network. !K7 also operates a successful artist management division, established in 2011.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with your CV and covering letter by Monday 22nd July.
Jul 18, 2019
Full time
Location : Berlin preferred, London optional
Salary : Competitive
To set and execute global streaming and digital strategy for all !K7 Music repertoire, including in-house labels and the Label Services division, worldwide. Directly manage an in-house team, and drive productive teamwork and pitching to all DSPs. Manage release schedules, use data and streaming analytics to continually drive success and provide timely actionable metrics and reporting to stakeholders at all levels.
Responsibilities include :
Secure the most favorable positioning for our artists and releases with DSPs.
Partner with playlist, editorial, marketing and experiential teams at DSPs to develop coordinated on-platform and off-platform campaign elements.
Develop global strategy and maintain and grow relationships with all DSPs.
Understand and exploit the unique positioning and needs of each DSP.
Be well versed on emerging trends, new entrants in the DSP space, and other social, merch, and fan experience vehicles that impact streaming and digital.
Liaise internally and with DSPs on unique, high impact streaming and digital strategies and campaigns for each priority release.
Create and drive opportunities to reactivate catalog associated with new releases.
Directly manage and be part of a Digital pitching team, delegating DSP relationships, reporting and administration as needed.
Represent the company at industry events, and with trade associations.
Define reporting metrics to drive success within the digital part of the business, converting trends and metrics into actionable strategies and practice.
Collaborate with colleagues to make data informed business and creative decisions.
Take a proactive approach with artists, managers and other partners in collaboration with artist management, A&R, and marketing departments
Provide regular reporting to artists and their managers, and be responsive to their inquiries and needs.
Necessary Skills & Experience :
At least 3 years experience in International digital sales and streaming in the music industry, gained at either a label or distributor
Strong relationships with major DSPs globally including Spotify, Apple Music, Beatport, Deezer, and Amazon.
Prior success leading global streaming campaigns.
Ability to analyze, report, interpret and act on large amounts of streaming data.
Strong work ethic and highest integrity.
Collaborative leader and colleague, and effective communicator.
COMPANY
Founded in Berlin in 1985 by Horst Weidenmuller, !K7 is a multi-faceted music services and label group with offices in London, New York and Berlin, and partners across the globe. The !K7 label group includes in-house labels !K7 and it’s flagship DJ-Kicks series, the award-winning global music specialist Strut Records, forward thinking electronic AUS label plus the modern-classical leaning label 7K!. In addition, the Label Services division works with a collective of like-minded independent label partners which benefit from !K7’s firmly established global services, marketing and distribution network. !K7 also operates a successful artist management division, established in 2011.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with your CV and covering letter by Monday 22nd July.
Your mission
As a member of our Supply Chain Team, you are responsible for the daily processing of orders from our international distributors and retailers. Operational procurement for global supply chain needs also fall into your area of responsibility. You are in frequent contact with external partners and work closely with our sales teams, so you also enjoy working with people and know how to deal with their concerns. You strive for efficiency by continuously thinking of ways to optimize our processes.
Your tasks
Manage and process orders for our B2B customers worldwide
Communicate and work with our warehouses, freight forwarders, and partners
Communicate and collaborate with our sales colleagues
Oversee relevant customs processes
Organize the import and export of goods
Manage the operational procurement of our global supply chain (buy components, schedule productions, organize transport, and import of containers and other shipments)
Your profile
Skills and Knowledge
2 - 5 years work experience
Excellent verbal and written German and English language skills
Affinity to technology and MS-Office
Your Personal Strengths
Diligent and structured work style
Excellent self-organization skills
Excellent customer service orientation
Strong communication skills
Responsible team player
Initiative to continually improve how the team works
What would make you stand out
Knowledge in export and customs topics, ideally experience with electronic export declaration
Background in business management
You are interested in music and music production or even know our products
Sounds like a great opportunity?
We look forward to receiving your application through our online form by 21 July 2019. Please include your CV and cover letter. Lastly, in less than 100 words, please tell us what good customer service means to you.
Jul 04, 2019
Full time
Your mission
As a member of our Supply Chain Team, you are responsible for the daily processing of orders from our international distributors and retailers. Operational procurement for global supply chain needs also fall into your area of responsibility. You are in frequent contact with external partners and work closely with our sales teams, so you also enjoy working with people and know how to deal with their concerns. You strive for efficiency by continuously thinking of ways to optimize our processes.
Your tasks
Manage and process orders for our B2B customers worldwide
Communicate and work with our warehouses, freight forwarders, and partners
Communicate and collaborate with our sales colleagues
Oversee relevant customs processes
Organize the import and export of goods
Manage the operational procurement of our global supply chain (buy components, schedule productions, organize transport, and import of containers and other shipments)
Your profile
Skills and Knowledge
2 - 5 years work experience
Excellent verbal and written German and English language skills
Affinity to technology and MS-Office
Your Personal Strengths
Diligent and structured work style
Excellent self-organization skills
Excellent customer service orientation
Strong communication skills
Responsible team player
Initiative to continually improve how the team works
What would make you stand out
Knowledge in export and customs topics, ideally experience with electronic export declaration
Background in business management
You are interested in music and music production or even know our products
Sounds like a great opportunity?
We look forward to receiving your application through our online form by 21 July 2019. Please include your CV and cover letter. Lastly, in less than 100 words, please tell us what good customer service means to you.
About Us
seed is a boutique digital distribution agency for independent labels, artists, and brands. Since our founding in 2006, seed has been devoted to providing our partners with the tools and resources to bring their music to the masses. With over ten years of digital distribution experience, we bring a unique insight into creating sustainable growth within the ever-changing digital music landscape. Some of our clients include Mixpak Records, ZHU, Dam Funk, Chronixx, Night Bass Records, Enchufada, PAN, and many others.
Description
We are seeking an entry-level content specialist who will be responsible for managing deliveries to digital retail stores in our supply chain (Apple, Spotify, Tidal, YouTube, etc). This includes reviewing all relevant audio, artwork, and metadata to ensure it meets quality standards before delivering them to retail partners. The content specialist will also serve as a point of contact for clients to assist with troubleshooting, updating releases, and any general queries as they relate to the release setup and delivery process.
This is a freelance role, working alongside the seed team in the Brooklyn office 3 days per week.
General Responsibilities
- Ensure content is delivered in a timely manner and to the required specifications to meet our quality standards
- Serve as a point of contact for our clients for queries pertaining to release setup or delivery
- Work closely with the marketing director and client director to manage release schedule and meet internal delivery deadlines
- Troubleshoot any delivery issues
- Assist with profile cleanup and whitelisting
- Collate, manage, and store marketing assets provided by clients
- Provide support to the marketing team as needed
Requirements
- Must be able to provide your own laptop
- Amazing organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to successfully prioritize multiple tasks based on a dynamic workload
- Ability to read and respond to a high volume of emails
- Strong MS Excel skills
- Passionate about the music industry and have an open mind towards all genres of music
- Knowledge of music platforms (Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, and Soundcloud) and a willingness to learn new ones
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Pluses
- Strong understanding of electronic music
- Prior music industry experience
How To Apply
Send us your resume and cover letter and please link us any relevant music industry projects you've worked on. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Jul 03, 2019
Part time
About Us
seed is a boutique digital distribution agency for independent labels, artists, and brands. Since our founding in 2006, seed has been devoted to providing our partners with the tools and resources to bring their music to the masses. With over ten years of digital distribution experience, we bring a unique insight into creating sustainable growth within the ever-changing digital music landscape. Some of our clients include Mixpak Records, ZHU, Dam Funk, Chronixx, Night Bass Records, Enchufada, PAN, and many others.
Description
We are seeking an entry-level content specialist who will be responsible for managing deliveries to digital retail stores in our supply chain (Apple, Spotify, Tidal, YouTube, etc). This includes reviewing all relevant audio, artwork, and metadata to ensure it meets quality standards before delivering them to retail partners. The content specialist will also serve as a point of contact for clients to assist with troubleshooting, updating releases, and any general queries as they relate to the release setup and delivery process.
This is a freelance role, working alongside the seed team in the Brooklyn office 3 days per week.
General Responsibilities
- Ensure content is delivered in a timely manner and to the required specifications to meet our quality standards
- Serve as a point of contact for our clients for queries pertaining to release setup or delivery
- Work closely with the marketing director and client director to manage release schedule and meet internal delivery deadlines
- Troubleshoot any delivery issues
- Assist with profile cleanup and whitelisting
- Collate, manage, and store marketing assets provided by clients
- Provide support to the marketing team as needed
Requirements
- Must be able to provide your own laptop
- Amazing organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to successfully prioritize multiple tasks based on a dynamic workload
- Ability to read and respond to a high volume of emails
- Strong MS Excel skills
- Passionate about the music industry and have an open mind towards all genres of music
- Knowledge of music platforms (Spotify, iTunes, YouTube, and Soundcloud) and a willingness to learn new ones
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Pluses
- Strong understanding of electronic music
- Prior music industry experience
How To Apply
Send us your resume and cover letter and please link us any relevant music industry projects you've worked on. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
