Manager, Creative Producer

We are UMG the Universal Music Group. We are the worlds leading music 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.

How we LEAD:

The Creative Producer is responsible for developing and executing original social-first creative that brings Island Records artists releases and cultural moments to life. This role owns the creative process from concept through executiondeveloping ideas storyboards production plans capturing live content directing shoots and partnering through post-production to deliver high-impact storytelling across digital platforms.

Working cross-functionally with Marketing Digital Creative A&R Artist Management and external partners the Creative Producer helps shape compelling narratives that deepen fan engagement and elevate artist brands.

How youll CREATE:

• Develop creative concepts storyboards and production plans for artist campaigns releases and marketing initiatives.
• Capture produce and edit social-first content across live events performances studio sessions behind-the-scenes moments interviews and artist activations.
• Lead productions from pre-production through delivery including planning directing shoots and overseeing creative execution.
• Partner with editors and creative teams to ensure content is optimized for each platform while maintaining a consistent creative vision.
• Identify emerging trends formats and storytelling opportunities that elevate artist campaigns and drive audience engagement.
• Collaborate with Marketing Digital Creative A&R Artist Management and external partners to execute integrated content strategies.
• Create repeatable content formats and creative franchises that strengthen artist brands and expand audience reach.
• Balance reactive real-time storytelling with long-term campaign planning to keep artists culturally relevant across digital platforms.
• Manage production timelines budgets vendors and freelancers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
• Provide creative direction and constructive feedback throughout the production process to maintain a high standard of creative excellence.
• Organize and manage production assets footage and deliverables to support ongoing campaigns and future content opportunities.

Bring your VIBE:

• Bachelors degree in Film Media Production Marketing or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 35 years of experience producing creative content for digital social entertainment media or brand marketing; preferred experience in the music industry.
• Demonstrated experience developing creative concepts and managing productions from ideation through final delivery.
• Experience capturing and directing content in fast-paced environments including live events performances backstage studio sessions and on-location productions.
• Working knowledge of production workflows including budget management pre-production planning shoot execution post-production and content delivery.
• Strong creative instincts with an understanding of platform-specific storytelling audience behavior and social media trends.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple productions and shifting priorities simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with artists managers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency with production tools and creative software including Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro Photoshop After Effects) or equivalent production workflows is preferred..
• Experience working with artists creators influencers or talent is helpful.
• Comfortable working flexible hours including evenings weekends and travel as required by artist schedules and live events.

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial global organization where authenticity boldness creativity connection drive and insight arent just valuestheyre how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage

• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes spa treatments meal services travel and so much more (up to $720/year)

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions plus an additional UMG contribution

A 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 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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Salary Range:

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.