Manager, Distribution

Sony Music Entertainment Korea Inc. is looking for a Manager, Distribution, who can manage partnerships with local labels, artist management companies, and distribution partners to acquire and execute key music release opportunities. As a core member of our Distribution team, you will ensure to lead end-to-end distribution operations and external collaborations to deliver impactful results in Korea.

What you'll do:

• Act as the main point of contact and manage the relationships with distributed music clients across various genres and day-to-day label management with distributed independent labels.
• Manage local label releases, communication and logistics, ensuring content is delivered in a timely manner and to the required specifications using internal technology systems. Ensure all necessary information are correctly delivered to all DSPs.
• Manage clients with all distribution needs, including retail best practices, metadata updates, payment inquiries, and more.
• Develop & manage strong client relationships through regular communication and engagement, working together to plan the client releases and make sure we have all the information to pitch them.
• Collaborate with labels and internal departments to help create and execute release development plans and strategies together with the team manager.

Who you are:

• 8+ years Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) with local distribution companies or label management companies in Korea.
• Experience with digital music service interfaces, social media applications, and digital music best practices a major plus.
• Advanced organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize to tight deadlines, stay cool under pressure, and hold oneself accountable for results. Results driven, target oriented and proactive.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills especially with the external clients. Fluent in Korean and English.
• Passionate about music and the music industry with drive and enthusiasm to excel.
• Resourceful and take the initiative - an expert troubleshooter.
• A multi-tasker with supreme attention to detail and follow-through.

What we give you:

• You join a vibrant global community with the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed for you, empowering you to bring your best
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt and create what happens next
• We give you the platform to champion positive change, with the opportunity to contribute to our social impact, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• Annual leave, medical leave and medical insurance.

Equal Opportunities

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