Communications Manager, Music and Artist Partnerships, YouTube

About the job

It's our job to work with and help inform press, users, partners, opinion leaders, creators and artists about YouTube’s products, content and policies. We are looking for an experienced and passionate self-starter to join the communications team at YouTube to lead Music and Artist Partnerships Communications.

In this role, you will work with cross-functional teams to drive YouTube’s industry narrative by leading major cultural moments while managing strategic label partnerships and music press relations. You will also sit at the intersection of tech and creativity, working on AI features that will shape the music landscape.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $171000 - $247000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

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Responsibilities

• Manage communications for YouTube's Music and Artist Partnerships organization. Develop comms strategies, narratives, blog posts, pitches, FAQs, social plans, etc. Manage crisis comms. Brief spokespeople and staff interviews.
• Drive proactive storytelling that positions YouTube as the best place for every artist and music fan. Manage comms for YouTube music executives.
• Lead cultural moments that showcase YouTube’s relevance. Work closely with the YouTube music partnerships and marketing teams to devise communication strategies to deliver on business goals.
• Manage and cultivate partnerships with a broad swath of media, including music industry, consumer and business press, but also new media, creators, podcasters and more. Maintain relationships with label partners.
• Consult and partner across Google and YouTube to clearly articulate the AI offering for music partners.

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience in public relations or media relations within the music industry.