Head of Label Management

Overview:

The Orchard (a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment ) is seeking a Head of Label Management to join our team. This individual will be responsible for guiding our label management team to success, ensuring our clients' needs are met, and helping to shape the future of our company. The ideal candidate will have experience in the music industry, with a deep understanding of distribution and label management.

Who We Are:

Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a roster of current artists that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars, as well as a vast catalog that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. Sony Music Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America.

The Orchard (a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment) is a leading music distribution company operating in over 40 markets worldwide – distributing music from independent artists including Ozuna, Skepta, Jorja Smith, and Kelsea Ballerini. With cutting edge operations and an unparalleled global team, The Orchard partners with labels of all sizes to make their music and video available across hundreds of digital and physical retailers around the world. At The Orchard, the focus is to provide a comfortable, social and engaging environment to encourage productivity and creativity.

 

Responsibilities:

•    Oversee a team of label managers and provide guidance and support as needed.
•    Build and maintain strong relationships with our music label partners and clients.
•    Develop and implement strategies to grow our music distribution business.
•    Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of music content to digital platforms.
•    Collaborate in the management of product logistics inclusive of digital production, physical release planning, and product updates by way of Orchards technology systems and coordination with operation and supply chain teams.  
•    Monitor and analyze streaming and sales data to identify trends and opportunities.
•    Guide release strategies and marketing efforts working with internal departments such as advertising, retail and interactive marketing, as well as hired teams.
•    Attend industry events and conferences to network and stay current on trends and best practices.
•    Evaluate label performance and identify areas for improvement
•    Manage budgets and financials for label management division

 

Qualifications:

•    7+ years of experience in the music industry, specifically in label management or distribution
•    Proven leadership experience, with a strong ability to manage a team
•    In-depth knowledge of music distribution and label management
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•    Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate label performance
•    Ability to manage budgets and financials for a division
•    Experience working in a multinational company environment with a matrix organization, a strong skills in managing complex, multi-level relationships
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills in English 

 

•    You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day  
•    A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork 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  

 

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