Associate Promotion Manager

Universal Music Canada is Canada’s leading music company, engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content. Home to the most comprehensive catalogue of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMC is committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship in broadening opportunities for our artists on both the domestic and world stages as well as creating new experiences for fans.

Universal Music Canada is part of Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment.

We are searching for creative, innovative and passionate people to join our team. If you love music and got excited just thinking about joining this amazing organization, we would love to meet you!

Key Responsibilities

• Maximize exposure for all Universal Music Group artist files
• Secure & track airplay, promotions and social media exposure at radio for our artists & have an excellent knowledge of the radio landscape
• Set up advance, day of show and virtual interviews with media for touring and non-touring artists
• Coordinate & oversee on-site events at concerts, in-store events, etc.
• Seek alternative means of promoting our artists & labels, including third party opportunities
• Booking, creating, & monitoring radio advertising
• Support the National Promotion Coordinator to set up new releases and music servicing, chart reporting and other administration work as required
• Partner with the live music scene and the club culture/DJs
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• A positive attitude and team player with ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 2-5 years of experience in the music and/or radio industry
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in radio, media and/or entertainment related fields
• Strong coordination and organizational skills
• Knowledge of radio promotion in the music industry, industry data & tracking programs and platforms (Mediabase, DSPs, PlayMPE, DMDS, etc.)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to drive results is a must
• Passion for and knowledge of a wide variety of music genres is a must
• Excellent computer skills with a strong background in the Microsoft Office Suite and excellent writing, spelling and typing skills
• Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, responding to issues promptly with a strong orientation toward customer service and teamwork
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including prioritization and follow through
• Detail oriented/Strong ability to multi-task with and have a sense of urgency/willingness to work quickly and efficiently
• Able to comfortably converse with all types of people from both within and outside the company
• Self-starter, good relationship building skills, proactive approach to work, constantly seeking improvement in all areas
• Available for travel as required

Universal Music Canada is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and strongly welcomes and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, women, persons with disabilities, people who are 2SLGBTQIA+, and people from other diverse communities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.