Music Director

at  Mediacorp Pte Ltd

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Mediacorp is Singapore’s largest content creator and national media network, operating a suite of TV channels, radio stations, and multiple digital platforms. Its mission is to engage, entertain, and enrich audiences by harnessing the power of creativity.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where talent thrives. Our hiring decisions are made based on merit and fit-to-role. If you have a disability or special need which requires accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application. We will be happy to support as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma/Degree Holder in a relevant field eg.broadcasting, media, music.
• Tech savvy, meticulous and diligent.
• Passionate to make the station sound the best that it can be.
• Must have a passion for music and have keen knowledge & interest of music trends and artistes.
• Must be familiar with songs through the eras of the 80s, 90s, 2000s, 2010s and current hits.
• Knowledge of Zetta/ProTools is a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Must be able to work well with tight timelines.
• Must be able to commit to station events which may happen on weekends.
• Prior experience in the broadcast, music, radio, audio streaming services is preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Curate and maintain the station’s library of music to fine-tune and refresh music database to ensure station relevance.
• Prepare and schedule daily music playlists for all timebelts.
• Researching new music and keeping up with the trends, as well ensuring music played on station adheres to IMDA rules and regulations in terms of suitability.
• Ensure commercial logs, recorded shows, syndicated shows etc are integrated properly for a seamless on-air output.
• Brainstorm and/or initiate music-related promos (on-air) for station with programming team.
• Work closely with Creative Producer for station imaging (trailers, liners and jingles) and which is to be refreshed these once a year as well as ad-hoc station trailers.
• Provide input and lead/assist in music research projects as required.
• Establish a good working relationship with music label partners, concert promoters, key partners.
• Support/coordinate on air/in person interviews for live/pre-recorded interviews with agencies, label partners, internal stakeholders, clients etc.
• Monitor music charts (Spotify, Apple Music, Billboard, UK charts) as well as social media to ensure station is playing the latest, most up to date songs.
• Handle other duties as assigned.