You will be responsible for the global release planning and the day-to-day management of the [PIAS] Label Group’s full catalogue. Working closely with the marketing managers across the group, the Integral distribution team and all other internal stakeholders, you will maintain production deadlines on all releases across the label group, advise on product forecasts.
Production
• Overseeing the manufacture of all [PIAS] Label Group’s repertoire
• Approving and proofing artwork files, wet proofs, test pressings / production copies in consultation with repertoire units/management and/or artists
• Issue manufacturing orders
• Management and approval of all capacity bookings and choosing of plants.
• Manage all production issues correctly and swiftly.
• Maintain production tools
• Run production meetings with both internal and external staff
• Responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of production: obtaining quotes; raising purchase orders, approving invoices and handling any disputes when necessary; liaising with the accounts department
• Ensure samples are order for archives, repertoire units as well as mgmt. and artists.
Planning
• Maintain and distribute all release schedules and production planning
• Liaising with Repertoire Units and Labels, UK marketing managers, international managers, artist managers as well as our Production Team to ensure all teams are aware of deadlines and adhere to them.
• QC Product metadata.
• Approval and communication of release dates.
• Management of split deliveries and split pressing slots.
• Release date management.
• Check delivery status.
• Management of stock delivery dates.
• Gathering initial orders from all territories for planned productions/releases
• Manage sales forecasting
• Point of contact for [Integral] (product creation, stock control, pricing, rights mgmt., etc.)
• Providing guidance and sharing best practices with our A&R teams/rights holders and other internal stakeholders
• Onboard and train new staff members regarding production related matters
• Strong passion for and knowledge of music and music metadata requirements
• Experience of work where a high degree of attention to detail/accuracy is essential
• Methodical approach to work with/experience of having to deliver to deadlines
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and ability to work autonomously
• Excel proficiency
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize own workload
• Experience of music research work/label copy or production background
• Good communication skills – both online and via telephone
• Enthusiasm and keenness to learn
• Being organized and demonstrating an affinity with problem solving
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Gravitas and integrity
• Takes initiative and capitalises on opportunity
• Works to build up credibility and rapport at all levels of the business.
• Takes personal accountability for achieving individual and shared goals
• Adaptable within a dynamic, changing environment
• Organised, efficient and effective
• Passionate about music
• Languages would be real advantage
[PIAS] and [Integral] fundamentally embrace diversity. We strive to provide a fair and supportive work environment for all our employees, regardless of their age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, or affiliation to any political party or trade union. We aim to employ people who reflect the diverse nature of society and we value each of our employees for the contribution they make, both individually, and as part of the [Integral] team. We believe in creating an inclusive environment and it’s an essential part of our culture. We expect all our employees to treat each other equally, honestly and with respect. We want to nurture a culture where diverse perspectives can help drive our company forward around the globe.
