Vice President, Music & Entertainment Relations

About Global Citizen

Global Citizen is a movement of engaged citizens who are using their collective voice to end extreme poverty. On our platform, Global Citizens learn about the systemic causes of extreme poverty, take action on these issues, and earn rewards for their actions as part of a global community committed to lasting change. Global Citizens have taken over 33.5 million actions since 2009. Today, these actions, in combination with high-level advocacy work, have led to over $43.6 billion being distributed to our partners around the world, impacting 1.29 billion lives in the fight to end extreme poverty.

Role Overview

Deputy to the head of Music, Entertainment and Artist Relations; lead key artist relationships on behalf of Global Citizen and play a key role in booking & executing Global Citizen’s campaigns and events.

Reporting to SVP, Head of Music, Ent and Artist Relations

Deputy to SVP of Artist Relations:

• Manage contractors and event staff as needed
• Expand Global Citizen’s network of artists and influencers
• Deputize for the SVP, including but not limited to:
• Develop artist engagement strategies and manage internal requests for artists to support campaigns and key organizational priorities.
• Execute booking strategy for key campaigns/events
• Brief artists on Global Citizen’s campaigns and engage them to support GC’s campaign priorities
• Work with production partners to ensure artist performances/appearances are advanced in a timely and efficient manner
• Assist with the development & sharing of impact briefings with artist teams
• Manage key artist relationships on behalf of Global Citizen

Artist Booking:

• Negotiate artist deals, including creative / song selection, budgets, set lengths, comp tickets, travel, etc.
• Manage creative assets, marketing materials, and PR opportunities.
• Lead on artist performance agreements and assist with music clearances as needed
• Pitch & book music performers, hosts, and presenters in coordination with strategy
• Play a key role in booking Global Citizen’s tentpole events and campaigns

Artist Engagement:

• Oversee artist involvement in media opportunities, speaking engagements, etc.
• Brief GC Ambassadors and Advocates on GC campaigns and opportunities to strengthen artist engagement
• Present to artists/artist teams
• Develop pitch decks
• Share relevant materials, toolkits & briefs with artist teams on key dates throughout campaigns to maximize artist engagement.
• Grow the GC Advocate Program with a focus on key regions.
• Share impact reports with artist teams
• Work cross-functionally with GC teams (talent, policy, business development, marketing, PR, etc) to develop engagement strategies for artists throughout key milestones.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, attention to detail, and follow-through skills
• Ability to adhere to strict confidentiality and non-disclosure of all information and proven track record in handling celebrities professionally
• Professional demeanor and ability to interact successfully while under pressure
• Passionate and committed to issues related to ending extreme poverty and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals
• An extensive network of global relationships in the entertainment industry
• Experience developing partnerships between entertainment figures and nonprofit campaigns
• Willing and able to travel, sometimes at short notice
• Experience managing extensive budgets
• Ability to manage a multitude of tasks in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
• Exceptional relationship management skills
• 10 years of experience working with high-profile artists at live entertainment events
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Applications and Keynote
• Ability to build and deliver pitch materials that resonate with artists
• Strong negotiation skills

Benefits

Why Global Citizen?

In this coming decade of action and accountability, Global Citizen will be the leading international voice, educator, and influencer that rallies humanity to take full responsibility and accountability for eradicating extreme poverty. You have a chance to contribute and make this world a better place for all.

More Details

• Salary Range: $145,000 - $160,000
• Global Citizen operates on a hybrid work model - 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) in our NYC office and 2 days (Monday & Friday) telecommuting. This role can also be based in Los Angeles Remote.
• Full-time, ongoing employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package: Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; commuter benefits; 403(b) retirement savings + employer match; generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays); paid parental leave; employee discounts; FSA/HSA; Professional Development Assistance; EAP.
• Must be authorized for employment in the United States

Global Citizen is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Global Citizen strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Global Citizen complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.