Junior Manager, US Editorial and Marketing

New York, USA (Hybrid)

$66K/yr – $70K/yrEntry LevelFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive playlist strategy and cross-functional execution to boost US streaming and revenue for Topsify.

  • Own end-to-end playlist curation and strategy development.
  • Must-have: 3+ years in music editorial or playlisting with strong platform knowledge.
  • Standout: Experience building automated curation pipelines and AI-driven optimization.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Drive Strategy & Curation: Help create and curate a full suite of playlists while continuously refining innovative playlist strategies across all genres, moods, and seasonal spaces.
  • Measurable Impact: You will be responsible for contributing to US streaming and revenue goals.
  • Champion the Brand: Represent the Topsify team in internal and external meetings, driving the US playlist strategy and guiding key stakeholders on execution.
  • Playlist Marketing: Produce creative, engaging marketing and advertising campaigns that elevate the value of our playlist brands above competitors.
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with DSP Account Management, US label streaming and marketing teams, and external tastemakers to develop artist development goals.
  • Analyse & Optimise: Work with the Research & Analysis teams to review streaming data into actionable analytics reports, continually optimizing track and playlist performance and strategies.
  • Innovate with Tech & AI: Collaborate closely with internal technical and data science teams to conceptualise, test, and deploy machine learning-driven playlist automation and SEO optimizations.
  • Build Automated Workflows: Develop and maintain automated curation pipelines using scripting languages (e.g., Python) and generative AI models (e.g., Google Gemini). Basic programming or scripting knowledge is not required but a strong advantage.

Requirements

  • Experience: 3+ years of experience in music editorial or playlisting, and 2+ years of experience in US consumer, lifestyle, or music marketing.
  • Platform Expertise: Deep knowledge of the digital content landscape and all major streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, Deezer, etc.), as well as a strong pulse on current music styles, genres, and audience trends.
  • Analytical Outlook: Proficient with streaming analytics tools, possessing the ability to blend data insights with editorial intuition to drive curation and marketing strategies.
  • Technical Literacy: An understanding of the digital advertising ecosystem, audience development, and emerging tech tools within the music space. Experience with creative tools (Photoshop, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and generative AI models is a plus but not required.
  • Communication: Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively both autonomously and as part of a wider cross-functional team.
  • Agility: Ability to thrive under pressure, react quickly to tight deadlines, and adapt to a rapidly shifting digital landscape.

Nice To Have

  • Basic programming or scripting knowledge is not required but a strong advantage.
  • Experience with generative AI models is a plus but not required.
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Warner Music Group

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Warner Music Group (WMG) brings together artists, songwriters, entrepreneurs, and technology that are moving entertainment culture across the globe. Operating in more than 70 countries through a network of affiliates and licensees, WMG’s Recorded Music division includes renowned labels such as 10K Projects, 300 Entertainment, Asylum, Atlantic, Big Beat, EastWest, Elektra, Erato, First Night, Fueled By Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Reprise, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Spinnin’, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and Warner Music Nashville. WMG’s music publishing arm, Warner Chappell Music, has a catalog of over one million copyrights spanning every musical genre, from the standards of the Great American Songbook to the biggest hits of the 21st century. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX.

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6K employees (2,411 in marketing)
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Current headcount: ~6K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
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Median Career Experience
12 years
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Funding

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Last Raise
$1.7M
Post IPO Debt, 4 years ago

Funding History

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    Post IPO Debt • $1.7M
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    Post IPO Equity

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