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A groundbreaking independent entertainment and tech business is looking for a proactive Head of Marketing to oversee its UK marketing operations. The ideal candidate should possess strong experience in the music industry and demonstrate a track record of successful campaign management. Responsibilities include developing cross-platform marketing strategies, collaborating with artists, optimising budgets using data analytics, and mentoring junior team members. The role requires excellent communication, negotiation skills, and a passion for music. Relevant qualifications and a wide industry network are desirable. Only successful candidates will be contacted following the application process.

Our client, a groundbreaking independent entertainment/tech business, is seeking a proactive 

Head of Marketing to lead UK marketing operations. The ideal candidate will be a driven, digitally minded  marketing leader with strong experience in the music industry.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing comprehensive cross-platform marketing campaigns to promote artists’ music, profiles, and products.
• Working with artists and internal teams to define positioning and build narratives that drive commercial success.
• Using data and analytics to manage budgets and optimise spending.
• Ensuring timely delivery of assets within budget.
• Realising and delivering hero creative visual and written assets.
• Establishing clear workflows with internal and external partners.
• Managing external promotions, artist appearances, special events, and other activations.
• Communicating plans and updates to internal and external teams.
• Mentoring junior team members on campaign delivering and enhancing the growth and development.
• Strengthening company culture and reputation through events, PR, and other initiatives.
• Building relationships to secure strategic marketing placements and partnerships with entertainment and corporate partners.
• Maintaining awareness of industry trends, emerging technologies, and evolving marketing strategies.
• Overseeing social content, audience development, and digital advertising in collaboration with audience and social teams.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable relevant, current frontline experience in the record industry
• Showcase recent success in running campaigns for domestic artists.
• Managerial experience with the ability to inspire and lead a team
• Robust understanding of marketing strategies, trends, and best practices within the music industry.
• Communication and negotiation skills.
• Possess good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for music and a clear understanding of the culture and community.
• Proven track record of delivering successful marketing campaigns
• Proficiency with social media platforms, DSPs, and relevant strategies, plus experience with social streaming platforms such as Twitch and marketing platforms like Co:brand.
• Qualifications in Marketing, Business, or a related field desirable.
• Possess wide industry and cultural network spanning at least the UK.
• International marketing experience and/or contacts desirable.
• Second language desirable.
• Experience in other content fields, such as gaming, podcasts, apparel, or film desirable.

Please note that due to the volume of submissions, only successful candidates who meet the exact requirements will be contacted. If you have not heard back within 10 days of submission, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. 

The Music Market/Arts and Media are an equal opportunities employer who supports diversity in the workplace.