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Director, Marketing Strategist - The Orchard (Nashville) New

Sony Music Entertainment

Nashville, TN
Full Time
Director
65k-81k
7 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Orchard is a leading full-service music distribution company operating in 48 markets worldwide and servicing top global independent artists and labels. With cutting-edge operations and an unparalleled global team, The Orchard partners with clients to provide full scale solutions across a variety of verticals. The company focuses on providing a comfortable, social, and engaging environment to encourage productivity and creativity. It is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of integrated marketing strategies for priority artists and releases across multiple territories and genres.
  • Own campaign planning, rollout strategy, campaign execution & measurement, ensuring alignment with audience, platform, market trends, and company and client KPIs.
  • Act as the senior marketing point of contact for assigned label and artist partners, providing strategic counsel and building deep relationships.
  • Oversee the conceptualization and execution of culturally resonant campaigns that resonate globally.
  • Drive innovation across content, e-commerce, digital strategy, fan engagement within 3rd party communities and owned 1st party data like email and SMS.
  • Translate campaign data and audience insights into actionable strategies, monitor performance, identify trends, and optimize efforts.
  • Present key results, learnings, and recommendations to senior stakeholders and partners.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure campaign execution is timely, impactful, and aligned with overarching goals.
  • Stay ahead of emerging marketing trends, platforms, and fan behaviors, and develop new opportunities for data acquisition and monetization.
  • Contribute to a culture of collaboration, accountability, and creative excellence.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in music marketing, brand strategy, or entertainment/media.
  • Proven track record of managing high-impact campaigns and working within cross-functional teams.
  • Deep understanding of the music ecosystem across digital platforms, streaming, social, live events, and fan engagement channels.
  • Strong strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in audience development with a focus on 1st party data like email and SMS, content strategy, performance analysis, and CRM tactics.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing and inspiring stakeholders and partners.
  • Insightful and globally minded with an understanding of cultural nuances across markets.
  • Passion for music, pop culture, and fan behavior, with an eye for emerging trends.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with proprietary tools, fan data, and creative assets to drive audience growth.
  • Knowledge of emerging marketing platforms and innovative digital strategies.

Qualifications

  • Senior level experience in marketing or related fields.

Benefits & Perks

  • An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching.
  • Voluntary benefits like identity theft protection, mental health and meditation resources, fertility coverage, paid leave for childbirth, bonding, and caregiving.
  • Programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans.
  • Investment in professional growth and development.
  • Time off for a winter recess.

Working at Sony Music Entertainment

The Orchard fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and global community that encourages creativity, productivity, and teamwork. It values innovation, cultural awareness, and professional growth, providing a modern, engaging environment designed to support its employees' passions and development.

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Job Details

Posted AtAug 5, 2025
Job CategoryMarketing
Salary65k-81k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceDirector

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About Sony Music Entertainment

Website

sonymusic.com

Location

Nashville, TN

Industry

Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media

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