Senior Manager, Creative

We are seeking a passionate, proactive and creative Senior Creative Manager to join our Berlin-based team. The role will be responsible for sourcing talented songwriters and artists and will require someone to have a developed network in the German music industry with expert relationship-building skills for carrying out early discussions with the talent and their teams.

Previous experience in a similar role is essential, as well as a good ear for talent, and an ability to identify emerging trends within the music industry.

WHAT DOES A SENIOR CREATIVE MANAGER DO AT KOBALT?

• Your source, identify and sign available/unpublished talent and shares of copyright 
• You nurture and maintain relationships with current Kobalt clients, setting up sessions and collaborations for clients as well as pitch their songs
• You communicate with the International team on various projects and collaboration opportunities for writers and songs in the US and Europe

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• You have a track-record of working successfully in a similar role at a major or independent with an extensive network and a stellar reputation
• You have a deep understanding of current and future trends in music, music business, and pop culture as well as extensive experience and knowledge of the National and International music markets
• You have significant writer deal making experience, working closely with Business Affairs to formulate deal proposals
• You have the ability to be both creative and data-driven, but you are also tech-savvy and with a finger on the pulse for current and future trends in music, social media and the digital landscape
• You are an excellent and experienced team player
• You put Creators first, and are passionate about the music industry 
• You are loyal, proactive and have an attitude to work in fast-paced environments and meet deadlines and targets

If this sounds like you, then please share your story by filling out the application below. To get you in the right mood, have a listen here to songs by our talented creators, especially curated to get you in the right mood when looking for the next challenge! 

WHY CHOOSE US?

At Kobalt we’ve prioritized creators since we first started in 2000. Our music services and the technology we’ve built helps make the industry more fair and rewarding for artists. 

We’re trusted by some of the world’s biggest names like Doja Cat, Kali Uchis, Phoebe Bridgers and Sam Fender as well as our German team signed artists, producers and songwriters such as Keinemusik, Decco, Tobias Kuhn, Alexander Tidebrink, Boys Noize, Hitimpulse and Chris de Sarandy amongst others. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE

We thrive on creativity and are committed to championing diversity. We’re dedicated to inclusiveness and provide all the resources and benefits you need to grow your career and reach your potential. We offer competitive compensation packages, professional development opportunities, and an entrepreneurial culture that makes working here not just fun, but also rewarding.