Junior Digital Content Manager

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Digital Content Junior Manager
London

Join BMG's innovative Global Catalogue Streaming team and unleash your creativity alongside renowned artists from around the world. As leaders in amplifying Streaming performance for BMG's Catalogue artists, we have the power to revolutionize digital performance on top global DSPs like Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, and YouTube. Collaborating closely with artists and across the organization, our dynamic team strives for unparalleled success.

As a vital member of our team, you'll spearhead the creation of captivating digital assets for global DSPs, bridging the gap between diverse audiences through visually inspiring audio-visual content. With close collaboration with BMG's Catalogue Repertoire and Digital Marketing teams, you'll contribute to exciting projects that enhance each artist's online presence.

This 18-month contract position offers you the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the industry while working alongside visionary artists and professionals.

What You'll Be Doing.

• Work closely with the Director of Global Catalogue Streaming to develop priority and seasonal campaign assets.
• Create engaging digital content for use on DSPs, adhering to partner-provided specifications such as Spotify Canvas, Spotify Ad Suite, and Apple Motion for BMG's Catalogue Artists.
• Produce complementary audio-visual content for YouTube, including lyric videos and packshot videos, that captivate viewers.
• Develop an authentic voice for each project, staying true to the artist's style and vision.
• Collaborate closely with BMG's Catalogue Digital Marketing teams to align on content creation and share assets for social media usage.

Who You Are.

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Possess excellent time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to make quick and effective decisions using your own initiative.
• Strong creative skills, with a talent for storytelling through art.
• Collaborative and professional, adept at working harmoniously with diverse teams in the business.
• Passionate about music, with a basic understanding of various genres and associated styles.

It's also a plus if you have...

• Experience creating digital assets, preferably within the music industry.
• Working knowledge of Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube.
• An active interest in current design trends and popular styles across social platforms.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably related to music and/or creative industries, media and/or communication.

Now, what's in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave, plus 3 days between Christmas & New Year and an extra day for your birthday!
• Flexible working opportunities.
• 6 months full pay for all new parents regardless of gender and sexual orientation.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Private Health Insurance.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Annual gig allowance.
• Artist showcases.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season Ticket Loan.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Subscription to Headspace.
• Give As You Earn Scheme .
• Excellent development opportunities.
• A fun and sociable office environment.

Are you interested? Follow the link to apply!

BMG - est. 2008 - is the world's fourth-biggest music company, the first new global player in the music business of the streaming age, and a record label and music publisher in one. Named in 2020 one of the world's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company, BMG's pitch is unique - a relentless focus on fairness and transparency and service to its artist and songwriter clients. BMG's 20 offices across 12 core music markets now represent over three million songs and recordings, including many of the most renowned and successful catalogs in popular music history.

BMG's fresh approach includes production music, films, books, artist management, merchandise, neighboring rights, and live as well as music publishing and recordings off the same service platform. BMG is owned by international media, services and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House and the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr. With its multi-platform perspective, integrated technology platform and commitment to help artists maximize their income, BMG aims to be the best company in music to do business with. www.bmg.com

Date: 1 Jun 2023

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