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.
The Verve Label Group (VLG), a division of Universal Music Group based in New York City, comprises some of the greatest label imprints including Verve Records, Verve Forecast, Impulse!, Decca Records US, Decca Classics, and Deutsche Grammophon among others. VLG’s current roster includes Samara Joy, Max Richter, Jon Batiste, Diana Krall, Ludovico Einaudi, Tank and the Bangas, Kurt Vile, Blake Mills, Shabaka Hutchings, Madison Cunningham and many more.
How we LEAD:
Verve Label Group is seeking an Art Director to create and design assets for our artists, their campaigns and our label initiatives.
How you’ll CREATE:
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Provide visual branding direction across artwork, artist imaging, packaging, marketing assets and other promotional materials.
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Collaborate with marketing and digital departments to create compelling artist single and album visuals.
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Work collaboratively internally and externally to bring artist brand and music campaign narratives to life.
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Ensure timely delivery of assets and associated deadlines.
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Commission and negotiate fees for photo shoots including photographers, stylists, make-up artist, prop stylists, and hair stylists.
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Provide art direction to internal and freelance creative talent such as designers and photographers.
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Design compelling pitch decks for label and artist pitches.
Bring your VIBE:
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Proficient in Digital, Social, AV, and Print advertising formats and top of class design benchmarks.
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Experience working directly with talent and creators to collaborate on campaigns.
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Experience managing high-volume creative and multiple campaign types in parallel.
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Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, in particular Photoshop and InDesign.
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The Ability to Multitask In a Fast Paced Working Environment
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Must Be Self-motivated, Proactive, and Have the Ability To Work Under Pressure
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Superb Time Management Skills & Team Player
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Be willing to work beyond the standard hours
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Must Have Passion for Music
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
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
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Job Category:
Creative, Design & Production
Salary Range:
$59,400-$134,200
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.
