Description
The Amazon Music Artist Relations team seeks an experienced professional to serve as Amazon Music's primary representative within Nashville's creative community-including artists, managers, attorneys, and industry stakeholders.
This role requires someone who can seamlessly step into established Nashville relationships while expanding Amazon Music's footprint in Music City. Based in Nashville, the Artist Relations Manager will cultivate strategic partnerships with the Nashville music communities, managing complex artist relationships and delivering mutually beneficial outcomes.
This role also requires an independent, creative problem-solver with strong business acumen who can manage difficult artist-team relationships, influence strategic plans, and lead multiple projects simultaneously in one of music's most dynamic and influential markets.
Amazon Music is an immersive audio entertainment service that deepens connections between fans, artists, and creators. From personalized music playlists to exclusive podcasts, concert livestreams to artist merch, Amazon Music is innovating at some of the most exciting intersections of music and culture. We offer experiences that serve all listeners with our different tiers of service: Prime members get access to all the music ad-free in shuffle mode, and top ad-free podcasts, included with their membership; customers can upgrade to Amazon Music Unlimited for unlimited, on-demand access to 100 million songs, including millions in HD, Ultra HD, and spatial audio; and anyone can listen for free by downloading the Amazon Music app or via Alexa-enabled devices. Join us for the opportunity to influence how Amazon Music engages fans, artists, and creators on a global scale.
Come innovate with the Amazon Music team!
Key job responsibilities
Nashville Market Leadership: Build and manage relationships with Nashville-based artists, managers, and industry decision-makers across Pop, Rock, Alternative, country, Americana, Christian, and emerging genre communities, serving as Amazon Music's primary liaison in Music City
Strategic Partnership Development: Lead end-to-end pitches and launches for Artist Relations programs, providing strategic input for content campaigns and marketing initiatives tailored to Nashville's unique market dynamics and cultural landscape
Amazon Music Ambassador: Act as Amazon Music ambassador within Nashville's creative community, educating artist teams on multiple Amazon Music processes, platform benefits, monetization opportunities, and exclusive programs
Cultural Trend Application: Apply deep knowledge of Nashville's cultural trends, music industry landscape, and genre-specific nuances to inform content strategy recommendations for senior leadership
Process Development: Develop scalable team processes and tools that improve operational efficiency and key metrics, contributing to Amazon Music's broader Artist Relations strategy
Team Development: Participate in recruiting and mentor team members, contributing to the growth of Amazon Music's presence in Nashville and the broader Artist Relations organization
Program Execution: Contribute to Artist Relations programs including Amazon Music Originals, Breakthrough and Nashville-specific activations
A day in the life
This position offers the opportunity to be Amazon Music's primary representative in Nashville-Music City USA-where you'll shape relationships with some of the industry's most influential artists, managers, and decision-makers. You'll have the autonomy to define strategies that leverage Nashville's unique position in the music industry while building on existing relationships and programs. Success in this role means becoming a trusted advisor to Nashville's creative community while driving meaningful business impact for Amazon Music. You'll be instrumental in executing high-profile projects cand artist-led content that positions Amazon Music as the choice for Nashville's creative community.
Basic Qualifications
Experience managing a large number of account relationships and deals simultaneously, ideally related to media/entertainment
Experience working at a record label, artist management company, artist talent agency, or similar field within the music industry
Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
Knowledge of digital music services and business models and the music publishing landscape
5+ years of entertainment deal making, representing or working for a major scripted production company, studio, network, record label, or music publisher experience
Experience leading cross-functional teams to establish strong partnerships with demonstrable results
Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred) or equivalent professional experience
Experience leading end-to-end project execution from pitch through launch, including cross-functional coordination
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence senior-level decision-makers
Preferred Qualifications
Experience building scalable programs and repeatable scalable processes, levering various tools and methods to create scale and efficiency
Established relationships and credibility within the Nashville music community with deep understanding of Music Row dynamics
Deep knowledge of Nashville's cultural trends, industry landscape, and unique market dynamics including key events (CMA Fest, CMA Awards, Americana Fest, Country Radio Seminar)
Professional experience working with Nashville-based management companies, labels and production partners
6+ years of experience in artist relations, label relations, or artist services within the music streaming or digital music industry
Track record of identifying and capitalizing on cultural trends to inform content strategy and drive business growth
Demonstrated success launching artist-led content programs, exclusive releases, or platform-specific artist initiatives that generated significant engagement and revenue impact
Experience working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments where you've had to define strategy and build programs from the ground up
Deep knowledge of music rights, licensing, and the commercial mechanics of the music industry
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .
USA, TN, Virtual Location - Tennessee - 69,600.00 - 121,800.00 USD annually
