Coordinator, Creative

At Sony Music Publishing (“SMP”), we believe every voice matters. We are the #1 global music publisher, advancing the artistry of the world’s greatest songwriters and composers for over 25 years. We keep songwriters at the forefront of everything we do, and design our suite of services to amplify opportunities, build connections, and defend their rights. Our roster benefits from an international team committed to providing support at every career stage. From classic catalogues to contemporary hitmakers, history is always being written. We are a part of the Sony family of global companies. Learn more about SMP at https://www.sonymusicpub.com/en.

Why join Sony Music Group?

Here at Sony Music Group, we are shaping what’s next in a way that creates impact. Forging powerful new ideas at the heart of music, technology, and culture that entertain and move people.

This is your opportunity. Part of a global community, united by individual passion, rising to that challenge every day. Adapting at pace and supporting one another, inspired to influence the future. For the benefit of you, our people; our creators, our business, and wider society too.

Be a part of an organization that is creator first. Committed to fueling excellence and always imagining more, while fostering a supportive culture, one where we elevate each other and act responsibly.

What You’ll Do: (job responsibilities)

• Register works in our internal administration system, including outreach to songwriters/managers.
• Upload audio files to our internal database.
• Social media marketing including strategy, scheduling, and post creation.
• Sync marketing blast creation including graphic design, playlist assembly.
• Support A&R and sync licensing teams with creative additions to sync pitching / briefs.
• Assist in connecting with music supervisors to obtain briefs/pitches.
• Assemble and update A&R looking list to share opportunities with SMP songwriters.
• Studio scheduling point for bookings by songwriters, artists and A&R.
• Support global affiliates through tour invitations, show attendance, sync pitching.
• A&R scouting support including discovery, relationship management, introductions.
• A&R research support including reviewing charts for unsigned songwriters.
• Compile all new releases by SMP songwriters to provide to team.
• Assist with coordination of songwriting camps.
• Juno Awards preparation and submission.
• Creation and maintenance of songwriter bios/one sheets. 
• Assistance with scheduling songwriter collaborations.
• Review songwriter demos to provide creative ideas (ie. sessions, placements, syncs)
• Attendance at shows, industry events representing SMP.
• Handle other administrative, sync, A&R and general office related tasks as needed.

Who You Are: (skills and experience required)

• A proactive, self-starter who has strong problem solving, social, and interpersonal skills.
• An exceptional communicator, comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders including artists, songwriters, managers, lawyers, agents, record label A&R, music supervisors, and other industry partners. 
• Dedicated to providing best in class service to SMPs global team of songwriters and executives.
• Ability to excel in a fast paced and exciting environment while keeping focused on priorities with a high attention to detail and follow through.
• Positive and proactive team player who is also comfortable working independently.
• Comfortable taking ownership of responsibilities, being accountable and managing time wisely.
• Outstanding organizational skills, with project management experience a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint, Teams and Sharepoint) along with creative tools including Canva.  Able to quickly grasp new systems.
• Passionate about a wide variety of music genres with the desire and flexibility to represent SMP at concerts, studio sessions, industry events.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in music, marketing, communication, business or related major.
• 7.5-hour business workday but variations in work volume frequently require extended working hours for evening and late-night events. 

What We Give You:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and RRSP employer matching
• We invest in your professional growth & development
• Flexible Time Off
• A Hybrid Work Schedule
• Time off for a winter recess.

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.