Log InGet Started for Free
HomeMusic Content and Promo Manager

Music Content and Promo Manager

$$$

**Candidate can sit in California or New York***

In this role with Aquent’s Client, you will help build music and content promotional strategies to connect with communities across genres and interest groups – across YouTube & YouTube Music (Including short-form and long-form content) and multiple Social digital platforms, at both a global and market-specific scale. You will also support the execution of these programs by working closely with external partners and internal teams, both locally and internationally.

You are a culture-vulture, a self-starter who will ramp up quickly to contribute to our Music Programming & Content Strategy team. You have experience working as a content programmer for short form / long form video services, music magazines, radio stations, streaming services or as a music journalist. You are well-versed in USA’s multiple entertainment industries, are passionate about music, and possess in-depth knowledge of various genres from multiple & diverse perspectives. You have a deep understanding of the creator ecosystem, are comfortable with short-form video platforms, and are able to analyze & identify trends before they go viral.

Additionally, you bring strong analytical abilities and impeccable oral and written communication skills. You’re comfortable working with large teams of cross-functional specialization and problem solving daily, in collaboration with product, design, marketing, engineering, and other teams to develop an innovative user experience. You enjoy working both independently and collaboratively to develop new ideas and scalable processes. You bring a proven ability to prioritize, meet critical deadlines, and take on challenging tasks with enthusiasm and a problem-solving mindset. You’re passionate, contributing your thoughts and ideas to making music on YouTube best-in-class for artists, industry and fans.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategy for promoting music and driving engagement across YouTube and YouTube Music, including in Shorts.

• Develop and execute strategies for new product programming initiatives

• Build on understanding of Culture and Entertainment consumption trends to drive higher engagement and a deeper connection with the Artists and Fans

• Oversee ‘lifecycle of a song’ programming across on-platform and playlist ecosystems and the broader user experience

• Conduct metrics-based analysis of programming campaigns

• Contribute to YouTube Music’s global programming & content strategy team and its efforts to drive improvements and innovative features on behalf of users worldwide, mainly for a US audience

• Support partner and technical teams to troubleshoot customer-facing issues

Mandatory Skills:

– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience required

– 3+ years in a programming role in Radio / online digital music content business

– Successful track record of delivering user engagement through building multi platform experiences and communities

– Excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills

– Passionate about music, with a deep understanding of local entertainment industries

– Working knowledge of content in Hip-Hop, Pop, Rock & Metal, Indie & Alternative, or R&B (must have specialty in at least one genre)

– Strong programming and creative skills – ability to craft messaging and work with design and production resources to drive creative execution

– Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze research or performance data and apply that analysis to optimize our programming strategy

– Digital native, with strong technical skills. Comfortable with content management tools.

– Strong understanding of the competitive landscape and knowledge of short form and long form video content

– Comfortable working in a fast changing environment

– Ability to work across functions and divisions, with global teams, and deliver measurable results

Desired Skills:

– Experience working for a music streaming service / music label

– Professional language proficiency in English

– Expertise in working with Google Sheets

– Ability to maintain several different projects simultaneously, while creating precise and effective customer-facing communications

– Deep knowledge and understanding of the music industry in the US and previous experience working with record labels, artists and/or management partners

Aquent

Related jobs:

$

Featured Background Actors for Network TV Series (Fertility Clinic Scene)

Job Description
A network TV series is seeking non-union featured background talent for a fertility clinic scene in Nashville, TN. Casting is looking for specific looks and authentic, camera-ready performers who can help bring a real-world clinic environment to life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a fertility clinic visitor or patient spouse in a featured background role with natural, believable reactions on camera.

  • Follow on-set direction, blocking, and continuity while maintaining a professional, production-ready attitude.

  • Remain available for a full production day based on scheduling needs.

Requirements

  • Local hire to Nashville, TN (no travel provided).

  • Lesbian Couple: 2 female-presenting talent, ages 30–40, comfortable portraying a couple (no touching).

  • Husband Role: 1 male-presenting talent, ages 30–40, portraying a husband at the clinic.

  • Wife Role: 1 female-presenting talent, ages 30–40, portraying a wife at the clinic.

  • Must match the requested look/type and be comfortable in a clinical setting scene.

  • Must be able to commit to 12+ hours on set if needed (call time provided later).

Compensation

  • $100 / 8 hours (8-hour guarantee at $12.50/hr).

  • Overtime paid (time-and-a-half after 8 hours).

  • Non-union featured background pay structure; actual time worked may vary.

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Southern Church Ladies (Background Actors)

Job Description
An independent film in Atlanta, GA is casting paid background actors to portray Southern church ladies in a Sunday service scene. This is a great fit for experienced background talent or newcomers who can authentically represent church culture, bring warm community energy, and confidently wear classic “Sunday Best” looks—especially church hats.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Southern church ladies in a realistic Sunday church service scene.

  • Bring natural, authentic reactions and presence on camera (church mother/usher board/choir member vibe).

  • Follow on-set direction, hit simple marks, and maintain continuity with wardrobe and props.

Requirements

  • Black/African-American women, ages 50+.

  • Must be local to Atlanta, GA (no travel or lodging provided).

  • Must bring your own wardrobe that matches the required Sunday Best church look.

  • Church hats are required (statement hats, fascinators, or traditional church hats).

  • Wardrobe options may include:

    • Modest church dresses or skirt suits

    • Dressy blouses with skirts

    • Coordinated church suits

    • Optional accessories: gloves, small purses, hosiery

    • Shoes: church heels, wedges, or dressy flats comfortable for standing/walking

Compensation

  • $125 for 8 hours (paid background rate).

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Modeling

Early 1960s European Sports Car Needed for Docu-Film Scene

Job Description
A docu-film filming in Savannah, Georgia is seeking an early 1960s European sports car to appear on camera for an upcoming scene. This is a paid opportunity for vehicle owners—no driving is required, as the car will be parked and used in the scene. Owners with a well-maintained, camera-ready classic car are encouraged to submit for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provide an early 1960s European sports car for an on-camera docu-film scene

  • Make the vehicle available for at least one shoot day within the requested window

  • Share clear, recent photos of the car for review

  • Coordinate availability and basic vehicle details with production

Requirements

  • Early 1960s European sports car (make/model/year required)

  • Must be available for at least one shoot date between December 9–18

  • Vehicle must be presentable and clean for filming

  • No driving required (vehicle will be parked in the scene)

  • Must be able to work as a local in/near Savannah, GA

Compensation

  • $300/day for vehicle use

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Latinx Background Actors for Mexican Cantina Short Film

Job Description
A paid background acting opportunity is available for a short film featuring an authentic 1970s Mexican cantina scene filming in Atlanta, GA. Casting is focused on Latinx talent who can naturally fit the look and spirit of a working-class cantina setting—real presence, natural character, and comfortable performing simple background action on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray authentic cantina patrons in a 1970s Mexican bar environment with natural, lived-in energy.

  • Perform simple, natural background action such as drinking, socializing, playing dominoes, or dancing close to music.

  • Maintain continuity on set and take basic direction from the background team.

Requirements

  • Latinx talent, 18+ (no acting experience required).

  • Must be local to Atlanta, GA (local hire).

  • Must have a wardrobe that matches a 1970s cantina vibe and period-appropriate styling.

  • Must be comfortable with a realistic cantina atmosphere (may include background smoking/drinking moments as part of the environment).

  • Role-specific fit:

    • Domino Players (Latinx Men, 50–90): Weathered, hardworking look; natural conversation energy.

    • Dancing Couples (Latinx Men & Women, 20–30): Comfortable dancing naturally with a partner (no formal training needed).

    • Bar Patron (Latinx Man, 30+): Brooding, solitary presence—quiet, expressive, believable.

    • Bartender (Latinx Man, 30+): Steady-handed, grounded, observant; feels like part of the bar.

Compensation

  • $125 for 8 hours (paid background rate).

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Featured Mechanic & Featured Wife (Network Feature Film)

Job Description
A major network feature film is casting featured roles for a small-day shoot. Production needs a believable blue-collar Mechanic type and a Wife type with a natural, Midwest feel. These are featured background opportunities with solid pay for talent who can take direction and stay camera-ready throughout filming.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured character type naturally and believably on camera

  • Follow on-set direction from the assistant directors and background team

  • Arrive groomed, wardrobe-ready, and prepared for a full filming day

  • Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Featured Mechanic: Caucasian male, ages 30–50, tall & fit, blue-collar mechanic look

  • Featured Wife: Caucasian woman with blonde hair, ages 30–40, Midwest/approachable type

  • Comfortable working on a professional set and taking direction

  • Local hire (Atlanta-area filming locations: Marietta area and Dunwoody area)

Compensation

  • $150 for up to 10 hours (featured rate)

$$
Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Soccer

Photo Casting: Upscale Caucasian Male (Late 40s–Early 50s)

Job Description
A photo casting is seeking 1 Caucasian male to portray an upscale, fatherly, good-looking character for a project titled “The Body.” Talent must be fully available for both required work dates. This opportunity is open to ACTRA and non-union talent and is a strong fit for performers with a polished, mature on-camera presence who can deliver a clean, natural look for still photography.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in an interior photo shoot portraying an upscale, fatherly character type

  • Arrive camera-ready and follow on-set direction for posed and lifestyle-style images

  • Provide current, straight-on reference photos through the application process

  • Maintain full availability for both scheduled shoot days

Requirements

  • Caucasian male, late 40s to early 50s appearance

  • ACTRA or non-union

  • Must be available for both work dates (no partial availability)

  • Able to provide current photos: selfie, chest-up, and full-length

  • No filters; clean, straight-on images (not professional headshots)

  • Comfortable sharing additional “life” photos (examples: formal wear, casual, business, animals, car)

Compensation

  • Paid photo casting (rate not listed)

UGC Content Creator for Wellness “Clean Girl” Aesthetic Brand

Job Description
A UGC project is casting U.S.-based content creators to film a short, on-camera video for a wellness lifestyle campaign. This opportunity is great for creators who fit a clean girl / wellness aesthetic, feel confident speaking directly to camera, and can deliver a polished, natural performance using a provided script. Expect a simple, straightforward shoot with a quick turnaround once product is received.

Job Responsibilities

  • Film 1 short UGC video (15–30 seconds) following a provided script

  • Speak clearly and confidently on camera with a clean, wellness-forward vibe

  • Deliver the final video within the requested turnaround window

  • Maintain good lighting, clear audio, and steady framing for social-ready content

Requirements

  • U.S.-based creators

  • Ages 21–35

  • Comfortable speaking to camera

  • Fits a clean girl / wellness aesthetic

  • Able to meet a 5-day turnaround after receiving the product

Compensation

  • $30 payment

  • Free product included

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Houston Female Talent (18–35) for Casting Project

Job Description
A casting project is seeking Houston-based female talent to portray a cool, stylish character with an effortless edge—someone who could realistically be in a band, a barista, a skateboarder, or a hairstylist. This opportunity is looking for women with a slender/fit look, strong natural charisma, and an interesting, modern vibe that reads authentic on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera portraying a trendy, real-world character type (band member/barista/skater/hairstylist)

  • Take direction well and bring natural, confident energy to the scene

  • Maintain a camera-ready look that fits the requested style

Requirements

  • Female, ages 18–35

  • Must be local to Houston

  • All ethnicities encouraged

  • Slender/fit appearance

  • Cool style and presence (hair, accessories, and overall vibe that feels modern and authentic)

  • Comfortable being photographed/filmed and following creative direction

Compensation

  • Pay rate not listed

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Real Artist Hand Double for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major 15th-century feature film is casting a real artist hand double for a background booking. This role is for a skilled male artist trained in drawing, painting, and sculpting, with hands that closely match provided reference photos for on-camera continuity. This is a strong opportunity for visual artists who can bring authentic, period-appropriate hand work to a professional film set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform on camera as an artist hand double in a period feature film

  • Create realistic hand movements for drawing, painting, and sculpting

  • Match the reference hand look closely for continuity between shots

  • Follow direction for pacing, framing, and repeated actions across takes

Requirements

  • Male, ages 20–50

  • Ethnicities portrayable: Caucasian, Eastern European, Mediterranean

  • Must be trained/experienced in drawing, painting, and sculpting

  • Hands must closely resemble the production reference photos

  • Available for the work date: 1/6

  • Non-union (voucher)

Compensation

  • Non-union voucher (rate not listed)

$$
Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Golf

Highly Skilled Golfer Body Double for Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A production is casting a highly skilled golfer to work as a body double for a professional golfer. This on-camera role requires strong performance and camera awareness, including the ability to repeat golf mechanics consistently for multiple takes. Talent should be comfortable hitting balls with crew and cameras present, taking direction on tempo and blocking, and delivering controlled, professional swings. This is a paid opportunity for experienced golfers who match the requested look and can bring authentic golf technique on screen.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a body double for a professional golfer in filmed scenes

  • Perform repeatable golf swings and controlled ball striking for multiple takes

  • Follow direction for tempo, framing, blocking, and resets

  • Maintain strong camera awareness and professional on-set etiquette

Requirements

  • Caucasian male, appears early to mid-30s on camera

  • Age range: 30–40

  • Height: 5’8”–5’10”

  • Build: athletic, lean

  • Skin tone: fair/light

  • Hair: light to medium brown (must be willing to match athlete’s current cut if needed)

  • Highly skilled golfer with smooth, compact backswing and explosive but controlled downswing

Compensation

  • $850 (paid)

$$
Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Featured Barfly Role for TV Series (Chicago Area)

Job Description
A TV series is casting featured, non-speaking background talent to portray a barfly in a bar scene filming in the Chicago area. This is a featured extra opportunity for males who can deliver a natural, believable bar atmosphere look on camera. Talent must be local to Chicago, the suburbs, or surrounding border states to Illinois, and should be ready to submit a clear recent color photo and full sizing details for quick director review.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a featured barfly in a bar scene with natural, realistic behavior

  • Follow on-set direction for blocking, timing, and continuity

  • Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Male, ages 30s–40s

  • All ethnicities encouraged

  • Must be local to Chicago/suburbs or surrounding border states to IL

  • Must be available for the filming day

  • Do not submit if you have worked in the past two weeks

  • Must provide full measurements/sizes: height, weight, suit jacket, T-shirt, neck, sleeve, waist, inseam (plus age, phone, and state)

Compensation

  • Featured pay: $165 for 8 hours

  • Time-and-a-half after 8 hours

  • Payment by check approximately two weeks after filming (if cast)

$$

Officer 2 (Physically Fit Male) for True Crime Recreation Series (Knoxville, TN)

Job Description
A network true crime recreation series is casting non-union talent to portray Officer 2 in Knoxville, Tennessee. This on-camera role is for a physically fit, clean-cut male who can credibly portray law enforcement and is comfortable handling a prop weapon as part of the recreation scenes. This is a paid local-hire opportunity for talent who can bring a professional, grounded presence to a true crime reenactment environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a law enforcement officer in true crime recreation scenes

  • Comfortably handle a prop weapon while following all on-set safety direction

  • Follow direction for blocking, timing, and continuity across takes

  • Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout filming

Requirements

  • Male, ages 25–40

  • Physically fit, clean-cut look

  • Comfortable portraying law enforcement on camera

  • Comfortable handling a prop weapon (as directed by production)

  • Must be able to work in Knoxville, TN

  • Able to provide current photos (shoulders-up and full body), plus height/weight and city/state

Compensation

  • $125 per day (paid non-union)

Share this job:

Job overview

Location:
Production type:
Job type:
Ethnicity:
Body type:
Expiration date:
02-11-2023

Job skills

Are you ready to get discovered?

Gain access to thousands of jobs and appear higher in the search results now!

Stay Safe in the Industry

Simple steps to protect your career and avoid scams.