At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage music releases, budgets, and artist relationships while driving commercial success.
- Company: Join the ABC, a leading name in the Australian music industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are key; all backgrounds encouraged to apply.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of the music scene and make a real impact on artists' careers.
- Qualifications: Experience in music marketing, A&R, and strong relationship management skills.
The predicted salary is between 115000 - 126000 $ per year.
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Base salary $115k - $126k (pro rata)
Contract for approximately 9 months, commencing January 2027
The ABC is looking for a Label Manager. Sitting within ABC Commercial, you’ll continually set and achieve gross revenue, gross profit and net profit targets for triple j and contemporary releases, including back catalogue. You’ll have the opportunity to work across triple j’s commercial music releases including the Like A Version catalogue, alongside the alternative/contemporary roster including Playlunch, Emily Wurramara, Lottie McLeod, Flynn Gurry and other miscellaneous artists and projects.
In this role, you will:
- Manage the licensing and contracting of their artist releases and projects
- Handle A&R for existing artist roster & manage relationships with pre-existing potential new signings
- Manage the production, project management, marketing and brand management of each release
- Manage release budgets
- Build and maintain strong relationships with our artists, managers, distributor and other partners
- Create and manage content with the explicit intention of digital exploitation
About You
You’re a music industry professional who can combine commercial thinking with strong marketing and relationship skills and a true passion for music. You’ll have:
- Current, thorough knowledge of the Australian and international music industry
- Advanced experience in physical and digital music marketing, including putting strategy into action
- Demonstrated experience in A&R
- Demonstrated experience managing budgets, forecasting and monitoring P&L
- Highly advanced partner relationship management skills, with excellent written and verbal communication
- Proven experience collaborating with First Nations artists and communities, underpinned by cultural awareness, respect and an understanding of appropriate protocols.
- Demonstrated experience working with alternative music, children’s music and back catalogue (desirable)
In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
Applications Close: 11:55pm, Wednesday 4 November
Label Manager in Sydney employer: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant Sydney CBD, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As a leader in digital transformation, ABC provides its employees with ample opportunities for professional growth, while prioritising diversity and inclusion within its workforce. With a commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes across various digital initiatives, ABC empowers its Program Managers to make a significant impact in the media landscape.
Contact Details:
Australian Broadcasting Corporation Recruitment Team
