Junior Product Manager

Job Description

Universal Music Latin Entertainment (UMLE) is the world's leading Latin entertainment company with operations in the United States and Mexico. The company is home to some of the most prolific names in Latin music, including Juanes, Alejandro Fernandez, Marco Antonio Solís, Los Tigres del Norte, Don Omar, Luis Fonsi, Juan Gabriel, Gloria Trevi, Café Tacvba, Belanova and Juan Magan, amongst many others. UMLE's labels include Universal Music Latino, Machete Music, Capitol Latin, Fonovisa, Disa, Universal Music Mexico and GTS, the company's artist management and booking division.

Fonovisa/Disa is currently seeking to fill the role of Junior Product Manager. In this role, the Junior Product Manager is responsible for providing administrative and operational support to the Marketing Fonovisa/Disa Team. The successful candidate will execute and control the marketing strategies of new releases for a specified artist or group of artists.

How you'll CREATE:
• Develop and execute marketing strategy for artists' music and music-related products across the Fonovisa/Disa roster. These include but are not limited to: single / EP /albums, music videos and video content, merchandise and direct-to-consumer business.
• Help guide and execute artist branding, creative materials and original content specific to each campaign.
• Proactively communicate goals and project analysis with all departments inside the company, and to artist management.
• Regularly interface with artists and management on all aspects of commercial release plan and marketing strategy to insure the success of the project.
• Understand and analyse the constant flow of streaming, sales, radio and social data and adjust marketing strategies accordingly.
• Create alternative cost-efficient promotions and advertising for retail and to the consumer.
• Develop and maintain relationships with designated labels / artists.
• Communicate all artist related activities (publicity, in stores, etc.) to UMLE to maximize awareness and create the ''event.''
• Work with digital marketing and sales staff to maximize marketing efforts where possible.
• Assist managers in fulfilling their day-to-day client services across multiple clients.
• Assist with administrative tasks
• Manage and maintain calendar; coordinate schedules of artists
• Schedule meetings & book conference rooms.
• Book business travel.
• Assist managers in building digital marketing strategies for clients (across social, paid, email, etc.).
• Brainstorm and manage online promotions including contests, giveaways, and pre-saves.
• Manage asset creation, build, and edits of online properties for artists (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Tumblr, official website and other sites appropriate to artists).
• Conduct competitive market research to help keep the team aware of new trends within music marketing.
• Assist with coordinating company events such as listening events, press conferences, media tours and parties.

Bring your VIBE:
• Excellent written, presentation and communication skills
• Fluent in (speak, read, write) required
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize, multi-task
• Advanced product and music knowledge
• At least 5 years of experience in sales, marketing, and/or music business
• Strength in creativity and efficient use of resources
• Excellent follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple projects and people
• Strong understanding of DSP trends and emerging streaming business (Spotify, Apple, Soundcloud, YouTube)
• Social media savvy, with experience on platforms and understanding of associated data
• Good financial knowledge
• Experience in music/entertainment business is preferred.
• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or related digital or music field is required.

Perks Playlist:
• Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – Paid Holidays, Two (2) paid weeks for ''Winter Break'' season, Wellness Fridays
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Employee Developmental Support
• Annual Gym Reimbursement Package
• Pet Insurance, plus much more!

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Category:
Marketing, Streaming & Digital Media

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3n7xr-216-73-216-165-42 in your application.