Promotion Coordinator

at  Universal Music Group

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!
Promotion Coordinator - 12 Month Contract
Posting closing date: November 27, 2024
The UMC team works four days a week from our creative campus located in Liberty Village, Toronto and one day of work from home.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Promotion, the Promotion Coordinator will provide support to the National Promotion Department and will contribute to a positive work environment with an emphasis on a ‘team’ concept. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, creative and energetic individual with a passion for music.

Responsibilities

• Compile and distribute (internally and externally) weekly radio chart information and related reports.
• Service new releases to radio via PlayMPE and DMDS (which can occur outside of regular work hours.)
• Assist Promo Team in executing all aspects of the department’s day to day initiatives including radio ad buys, special event planning as well as administrative duties such as vendor payments, artist travel, department travel, and more.
• Assist Promo Team with updating pitches for radio by referencing airplay & streaming data, marketing highlights, social media, etc. including gathering artist assets.
• Support virtual interviews, playbacks & promotional events when needed.
• Track radio contesting proposals and winners.
• Participate and take notes / minutes for all department meetings.
• Other duties/tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Passion & excitement for wide variety of mainstream music genres.
• An enthusiastic and ambitious individual who is prepared to play an integral role within a dynamic team environment.
• Excellent organizational & time management skills are mandatory.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to build strong relationships & communicate with positivity, diplomacy & tact.
• A working knowledge of radio & the media landscape in Canada is an asset.
• Logical, with ability to problem solve & react quickly in potentially stressful circumstances.
• Experience using industry software programs such as Mediabase, PlayMPE and DMDS an asset.
• Required computer skills: Microsoft Suite
• Post-secondary degree an asset.

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.
Job Category:
Marketing, Streaming & Digital Medi

• Compile and distribute (internally and externally) weekly radio chart information and related reports.
• Service new releases to radio via PlayMPE and DMDS (which can occur outside of regular work hours.)
• Assist Promo Team in executing all aspects of the department’s day to day initiatives including radio ad buys, special event planning as well as administrative duties such as vendor payments, artist travel, department travel, and more.
• Assist Promo Team with updating pitches for radio by referencing airplay & streaming data, marketing highlights, social media, etc. including gathering artist assets.
• Support virtual interviews, playbacks & promotional events when needed.
• Track radio contesting proposals and winners.
• Participate and take notes / minutes for all department meetings.
• Other duties/tasks as assigned