Coordinator, Creative – Santa Monica, California
Full Time
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Posted
Job description
We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
Bravado is a diverse team of passionate experts who amplify artists & brands through innovative products and curated experiences for fans around the world. Bravado is a global merchandise company, providing a broad scope of services, including eCommerce, Tour, VIP, Fan Clubs and Retail Branding. Bravado works in close partnership with both emerging artists and the biggest superstars in the music industry, to help ensure their brand reach the most fans globally.
Our products are being sold through the artist’s official e-commerce shops, through online marketplaces and in thousands of retail and retail locations around the world. We also service our artists on the road, providing merchandise and VIP experiences at live shows. We take great pride in constantly finding new ways to push innovation through products and partnerships. The company maintains offices in London, Los Angeles, New York, Berlin, Paris, Tokyo and Sydney.
How we LEAD:
Bravado is currently looking for a Creative Coordinator. The focus of this role is primarily creative operations and administration. This candidate will be a self-starter, problem solver, has a knack for organization, planning, and is an expert communicator. The Creative Coordinator must have a strong passion for fashion, music, design and art. It is key that this candidate has a team player, positive attitude.
How you’ll CREATE:
In a fast-paced and growing environment like ours, priorities and projects often change so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
In a fast-paced and growing environment like ours, priorities and projects often change so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
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Processes all freelance art invoices
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Coordinates new vendor set-ups with accounting and legal
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Updates freelancer master lists and connects with freelance talent
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Tracks payment of freelancers
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Proof-reads creative presentations, production art files, date backs, designs, and any other creative materials
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Manages assets: Maintains database of band/artist assets
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Coordinates production of physical meeting materials, samples and scheduling
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Prepares products and samples for client meetings
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Assists with system logins and creating accounts (OPM)
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Maintains, owns and updates the weekly project schedule for the in-house Creative Team
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Supports the Creative Management Team by collaborating with Brand Managers and Production to streamline projects with clear details before development begins
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Creates, updates and manages artist style guides
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Collaborates with Creative Managers on project prep tasks such as researching artists, pulling product templates, and sourcing product
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Creates specific spec images for retail (Target, HT glams & Plexis)
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Assists with photo approvals for Retail
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Curates basic Retail requests
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Supports Creative Management, administratively
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Plans team events and tradeshows
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Educates the team on key software innovations (task management, trend-forecasting programs, etc.)
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Shares links to approved art files, seps, mockups, and presentations
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Mocks up supplied artwork on various product
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Supports the team with pre-production coordination – sending art files to separators, proof and prepping files, and tracking art approvals
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Communicates basic design briefs to freelance graphic designers, ex. design recreates, file format needs, notice of design approvals to trigger payment
Bring your VIBE:
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2-4 years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Fashion, or Communication Arts
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Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite
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Fan of and strong knowledge of music, trends, fashion, and design
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Ability to collaborate with key internal team members, such as product & creative development, legal, finance, brand management, and production teams
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Knowledge and skill in developing strategic business plans and budgeting
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Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently
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Exceptional written, listening, and verbal communication skills
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Excellent organizational skills
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Photography skills are a plus
Perks Playlist:
- Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off – Paid Holidays, Two (2) paid weeks for “Winter Break” season, Wellness Fridays
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Employee Developmental Support
- Annual Gym Reimbursement Package
- Pet Insurance, plus much more!
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide proof of a negative PCR or Antigen test before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.
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