Web3 Jobs in Santa Monica, California, United States

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
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Universal Music Group is seeking a highly motivated, organized, and creative individual to join the Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy team as Specialist, Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy. The primary function of this role is day-to-day administrative support for the EVP, Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy, acting as their assistant, as well as support of the Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy team across projects and initiatives through research, copy writing, and project planning. The ideal candidate possesses administrative experience, preferably from a music company or the like, as well as a passion for web3. This role will report to the EVP, Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy.
How You’ll CREATE

• Perform administrative tasks, such as calendar management, travel and meeting coordination, and meeting agenda development for the EVP, Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy
• Attend meetings as requested for purposes of creative contribution and/or note taking
• Manage and submit expense reports on a regular basis
• Work directly with UMG Finance teams and liaise with suppliers regarding invoice processing and external supplier setup in UMG’s system
• Track the primary and secondary sales of digital goods/collections and provide comprehensive sales reports to internal staff
• Assist the Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy team with copy development and editing
• Assist in the development of reports and tracking documents pertaining to the performance of assets on web2 and web3 platforms
• Quality check consumer and partner facing output from the Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy team prior to release/distribution
• Remain up to date on different features and services offered by web2 and web3 platforms, DSPs, and other relevant entities
• Use information provided by executives and colleagues to create and/or contribute to presentations
• Use internal tools to manage departmental business processes
• Check in on colleagues to ensure timely completion of deliverables, information requests, graphics requests, and the like
• Act as liaison between the EVP, Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy and a wide array of internal and external contacts
• Provide real-time support for launches and events, both digital and physical, run by the Commercial Innovation & Artist Strategy team
• Receive and coordinate requests from various labels within the UMG ecosystem
• Organize, prioritize, and execute a wide range of tasks under tight deadlines
• Exhibit creativity and willingness to think outside the box

Skills/Abilities
Bring your VIBE:

• Detail-oriented and organized with a high level of productivity
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Flexible and able to multi-task
• Passion for web3 and experience with collecting NFTs is preferred
• Interest in eCommerce and online gaming is preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and iWork
• Team player
• Possess strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Proactive in determining roadblocks
• Ability to work under high pressure and speed
• Great social and interpersonal skills
• Ability to keep information highly confidential
• Ability to partner and collaborate with a diverse range of interests and perspectives
• Strong interest in the digital music market
• Quick learner who is able and excited to jump into and master new platforms, apps, and services

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of related experience in a music entertainment environment, preferably in an administrative role.
• Experience writing copy and ideating photo/video content
• Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with employees of the company at all levels including Executive Management
• Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with external partners and clients

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Perks Playlist

• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
• 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation

• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide proof of a negative PCR or Antigen test before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.
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Job Category
Commercial Services
Salary Range
$36,915.84- $75,460
The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.