Creative Apprentice

At Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc., we fuel the creative journey. We have played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We have nurtured some of music’s most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time. Today, we work in more than 60 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we are committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship. Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. is a member of the Sony family of global companies. 

 

We’re seeking a Creative Services Apprentice to join the team for OVO Sound.

You will be working with the Marketing and Digital teams on the creative branding for the label’s artist rollouts, as well as for the OVO Sounds socials. 

You will be required to research and present new and exciting creatives in the industry to help support the creation of assets for the label and our artist roster. Creatives include, but are not limited to, music video directors, content producers, graphic designers, and photographers. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to design and generate key assets of your own and provide input on promotional tactics for said assets. 

Working closely with the Marketing & Digital teams, you will have the exciting opportunity to be a part of our artist’s rollouts, from inception of the marketing ideas to the release of the music on streaming platforms. 

This is a paid part-time position, requiring 24 hours per week with a January start. Hourly Pay: $17.30 CAD.

What you'll do

• Pulling together and maintaining creative databases, with a focus on developing a system of informing and suggesting such creatives
• Building out brand marketing decks (for artist and label own use) with the guidance of the Digital and Marketing teams 
• Organizing creative assets
• Key asset design & creative direction 
• Depending on skill set, assets can include, but is not limited to;  video content and static imagery for social and digital rollout, merch design, and music release assets
• Support teams in assigning and project managing the creation of assets and any shoots associated with getting the assets through the finish line 
• Bringing creativity and ingenuity to our artist’s rollouts. Each artist has their unique brand that will need to be established and brought to life with your ideas. 

Who you are

• Excellent communication and organizational skills 
• Understanding of full Microsoft Word Suite
• Graphic design proficiency (e.g. Indesign)
• A deep understanding of creatives who can bring campaigns to life 
• Creative vision 
• This role is in office 3 days/week in our Toronto office

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 
• We provide an excellent range of benefits like health and dental group insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability plans, group RRSP pension program, tuition reimbursement, health and lifestyle benefit plan and an EAP program. There’s also time off over winter break

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Sony Music Entertainment Canada, Inc however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Sony Music Entertainment Canada, Inc. is committed to Employment Equity and maintaining a diverse workforce. Job applicants with a disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact our People Experience team. Reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and your request will be responded to as soon as possible.