Streaming Research & Development Manager

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Streaming Research & Development Manager
London

Join BMG’s Global Catalogue Streaming team and become a part of one of the most exciting teams in the industry. We are dedicated to enhancing the Streaming performance of BMG’s Catalogue artists and making a lasting impact in the digital world. With the opportunity to collaborate with iconic artists from around the globe, your creativity will be unleashed to revolutionize digital performance on major DSPs like Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, and YouTube. Working closely with the Director of Global Catalogue Streaming and other team members, you will have the chance to develop innovative DSP-based tools and solutions that will shape the future of the music industry.

This 18-month contract position offers you the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the industry while working alongside visionary artists and professionals.

What You’ll Be Doing.

• Collaborate closely with the Director of Global Catalogue Streaming and the team to develop cutting-edge Catalogue Streaming insight tools using various methods such as internal data, DSP APIs, and industry-wide information.
• Design and create DSP management tools, including Playlisting management systems, in close cooperation with the International Streaming and Data teams.
• Identify and develop new reports, working closely with internal Data and Finance teams to provide valuable business and content insights.
• Work with internal Marketing teams to establish a centralized key event database.
• Utilize social and DSP data to develop trend insight tools.
• Partner with the Manager of Streaming Strategy & Playlisting to devise new strategies and streaming databases.
• Provide Digital Campaign insights to the Catalogue Streaming team, aligning with Digital Marketing efforts.
• Embrace the opportunity to experiment with your own creative ideas to drive consumer behavior in the digital space.

Who You Are.

• Extensive knowledge of all major DSPs and experience working with DSP APIs.
• Strong understanding of metadata, platform algorithms, and their impact on content discovery and monetization.
• Proven analytics development skills and advanced data interpretation abilities.
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a dynamic landscape.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
• Good knowledge of audience building in a digital environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative and professional approach, capable of working effectively with diverse teams.
• Passion for music and technology.

It’s also a plus if you have...

• Experience working with general music industry-related data and analytics tools (Chartmetric, OCC, Nielsen, etc.).
• Ability to develop complex yet easily understandable project management documentation.
• Active interest in current design trends and popular styles across social platforms.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably in music and/or creative industries, media, or communication.

Now, what’s in it for you?

• 25 days annual leave, plus 3 days between Christmas & New Year and an extra day for your birthday!
• Flexible working opportunities.
• 6 months full pay for all new parents regardless of gender and sexual orientation.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Private Health Insurance.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Annual gig allowance.
• Artist showcases.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Season Ticket Loan.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Subscription to Headspace.
• Give As You Earn Scheme .
• Excellent development opportunities.
• A fun and sociable office environment.

Are you interested? Follow the link to apply!

BMG - est. 2008 - is the world’s fourth-biggest music company, the first new global player in the music business of the streaming age, and a record label and music publisher in one. Named in 2020 one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company, BMG’s pitch is unique - a relentless focus on fairness and transparency and service to its artist and songwriter clients. BMG’s 20 offices across 12 core music markets now represent over three million songs and recordings, including many of the most renowned and successful catalogs in popular music history.

BMG’s fresh approach includes production music, films, books, artist management, merchandise, neighboring rights, and live as well as music publishing and recordings off the same service platform. BMG is owned by international media, services and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House and the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr. With its multi-platform perspective, integrated technology platform and commitment to help artists maximize their income, BMG aims to be the best company in music to do business with. www.bmg.com