Concord

CONCORD IS THE INDEPENDENT, WORLDWIDE LEADER IN THE DEVELOPMENT, ACQUISITION, AND MANAGEMENT OF RECORDED MUSIC, MUSIC PUBLISHING, AND THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE RIGHTS.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Miami, London, and Berlin, Concord has a diverse and vibrant roster of active recording artists, composers, and songwriters, and a vast and historic catalog of works by some of the most treasured names in music history.

Design Department

We are an innovative team of creators, each responsible for developing visual assets to strengthen and build artist careers. We conceptualize and execute an artist’s vision with a primary focus on forming a cohesive narrative and visual language throughout a campaign. We are visionaries with global resources to expand creative thinking and achieve greatness on behalf of the artists and labels we represent at Concord, Recorded Music.

As Art Director, you will be responsible for the art direction and design of commercial audio products (CD’s, Vinyl, Cassettes, DVD’s, Digital Album Covers, etc) and collateral marketing materials for multiple genres of music. You will shape the design experience for our artists by molding and executing authentic and exceptional visual campaigns for the artists we represent. You will art direct photoshoots and be responsible for maintaining art budgets at varying levels. You will work within the Design Department, assisting the creative leadership team and freelance designers in visual asset creation, across any medium required. It is your job to create outstanding design work on behalf of our artists and labels.

Above all, we strive to exemplify Concord’s core values; to celebrate artistry, act with integrity, empower our community, and create opportunity. Works under general direction of the Sr Design Director and VP, Design.

What you’ll do:

• Work as a team within the Design Department and independently to create visual album campaigns from start to finish with a focus on executing a cohesive narrative and visual language throughout.
• Concept campaigns by creating mood boards and pitching ideas to artists/management.
• Work with photographers and/or illustrators to execute the vision.
• Art direct and produce photoshoots.
• Negotiate freelance designer and photography rates. Responsible for staying on budget and deadline.
• Design full album packaging and format conversions for LPs, CDs, cassettes, etc. Including: creating album covers, logos, booklets, single covers, playlist covers, deluxe packaging, decks, style guides, etc.
• Communicate and take direction well. Meet deadlines. Prioritize the needs of all invested parties.
• Design for merch and specialty D2C items. 
• Work with marketing departments for advertising needs, elevating where possible. 
• Manage multiple projects, keeping them on deadline.
• Retouch scanned artwork/photos for print.
• Conceptualize and produce special packaging, including limited editions and box sets.
• Create 3D visualizations for use in mockups and original artwork.
• Work in multiple visual execution styles.
• Manage your project assets on the department’s file servers.
• Supports all needs of the creative leadership team.
• Maintain great working relationships, especially nurturing the creative goals of our artists.

What you’ll need:

• Proven ability to conceptualize and art direct exceptional visual campaigns. Expertise in directing a group of creative people to achieve a holistic approach to design. (Minimum 5 years experience)
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience with illustration and animation is a bonus. 
• An outstanding portfolio that demonstrates the fundamentals of design, from layout and typography to color and composition.
• Must have knowledge of printing/production specifications, techniques and requirements.
• Excellent time management skills and experience working on multiple projects with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful self-starter who acts and responds quickly to change and feedback with a positive attitude.
• Efficient and detailed organization skills a must.
• Passion for music.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Manage relationships with a positive attitude and strong communication skills with our internal and external clients.
• Dedicated and committed team player. Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic creative environment.
• College degree in Art and Design preferred.

* To be considered, you must submit your portfolio.

Salary range: $88,000 – 126,000

*This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days minimum on-site.

At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.

Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures.

Concord

CONCORD IS THE INDEPENDENT, WORLDWIDE LEADER IN THE DEVELOPMENT, ACQUISITION, AND MANAGEMENT OF RECORDED MUSIC, MUSIC PUBLISHING, AND THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE RIGHTS.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Miami, London, and Berlin, Concord has a diverse and vibrant roster of active recording artists, composers, and songwriters, and a vast and historic catalog of works by some of the most treasured names in music history.

As the Executive Assistant (Recorded Music), you will be responsible for providing operational and general administrative support for our Chief Label Officer of Recorded Music. In this role, you will manage communications for the Executive, both internally and externally (i.e., scheduling, filing, administrative reporting, etc.), perform administrative tasks (i.e., writing letters, sending corporate gifts, making travel arrangements, etc.), organize meetings that are led by the Executive (i.e., scheduling meetings with all participants, ordering refreshments if needed, securing and managing meeting rooms, etc.), and organize planning and execution of events as needed. This position will work under direct supervision of the Chief Label Officer.

What you’ll do:

• Be highly responsive to direct and anticipated requests; providing fast, accurate, and thoughtful replies to requests, following up on action items on behalf of the executive as appropriate. Be highly responsive to direct and anticipated requests; providing fast, accurate, and thoughtful replies to requests, following up on action items on behalf of the executive as appropriate.
• Heavy scheduling and calendar management including coordination of complex meetings including multiple participants and locations.
• Create and modify travel itineraries quickly and accurately. Inform and plan actions based on the itinerary with appropriate parties, monitoring throughout. Process associated expenses as required.
• Provide effective and expeditious meeting coordination including agendas, notes, action items and follow-ups.
• Partner with other company administrative assistants and label stakeholders to collaborate, obtain information, problem solve and achieve desired results.
• Manage special projects, run occasional personal errands and take on additional duties and projects as needed.
• Prioritize tasks as needed and organize daily. Always monitor emails during working hours and before and after them.
• Manage, organize, and maintain all the Executive’s files.
• Make and distribute copies of documents, correspondence, etc.
• Assist in the creation of Microsoft PowerPoint slide decks for executive presentation.
• Perform data analysis through Excel, using functions including, but not limited to pivot tables and VLook-ups.
• Responsible for other tasks and responsibilities, as assigned by the Executive.

What you’ll need:

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, maintaining professionalism and diplomacy as the key point of contact for the Chief Label Officer. This is a great opportunity for a candidate looking to later transition into a business-focused position within the music industry.

• 1-3 years of experience in a similar position, wherein administrative and organizational support was provided to a high-level executive (preferably in the entertainment field).
•  Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work efficiently.
• Knowledge and experience using advanced features of the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
• Proficient in Excel (Pivot Tables, VLook-ups)
• Good judgment, particularly with respect to confidential matters
• Ability to handle administrative tasks quickly and with an extremely high degree of accuracy.
• Anticipates the administrative and organizational needs of the Executive as much as possible and takes the appropriate actions to address such needs in an effort to help the Executive be as effective as possible.
• Passion for the music industry and interest to learn aspects that make up the business.

Salary range: $55,000 – 65,000

*This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days minimum on-site.

At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.

Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures.

Concord

CONCORD IS THE INDEPENDENT, WORLDWIDE LEADER IN THE DEVELOPMENT, ACQUISITION, AND MANAGEMENT OF RECORDED MUSIC, MUSIC PUBLISHING, AND THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE RIGHTS.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Miami, London, and Berlin, Concord has a diverse and vibrant roster of active recording artists, composers, and songwriters, and a vast and historic catalog of works by some of the most treasured names in music history.

KIDZ BOP is the #1 music brand for kids, featuring today’s biggest global pop hits, “sung by kids for kids.” Since its launch, the family-friendly music brand has sold more than 23 million albums and generated over 8 billion streams. KIDZ BOP connects with kids and families through its best-selling albums, music videos, consumer products and live tours. The music franchise is expanding internationally and currently records in 5 different languages. KIDZ BOP is Billboard Magazine’s “#1 Kid Artist” for eleven consecutive years. The brand has its own dedicated channel on SiriusXM – KIDZ BOP Radio (Channel 79) — where it’s all KIDZ BOP, all the time.

For more information on, visit www.KIDZBOP.com. KIDZ BOP is a part of Concord.

As the KIDZBOP Marketing Coordinator/Admin Assistant, you’ll be responsible for closely supporting and working collaboratively with the KIDZ BOP marketing team on all day-to-day tasks. Serving as an administrative support to President of KIDZ BOP and Concord’s COO. Additionally, working closely with A&R, Sales, PR, Licensing, Social, Production & Live Touring departments.

What you’ll do:

Administrative Duties

• Conduct daily administrative duties for executive team and marketing department.
• Act as the point of contact between the President & COO and internal/external contacts.
• Arrange and schedule meetings and appointments/provide reminders for President and COO; schedule and organize all department & team meetings.
• Complete expense reports.
• Handle requests and queries appropriately.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records.
• Develop and carry out an efficient filing system.
• Submit Purchase Orders for team, handle all invoice communication, track invoices.
• Reconcile marketing and media credit card reports monthly.
• Book and coordinate occasional travel & conferences itineraries.

Marketing Duties

• Work collaboratively with the KIDZ BOP marketing department to assist in myriad day-to-day tasks.
• Keep marketing team organized and assist on all projects & partnerships.
• Ensure all global KIDZ BOP marketing materials remain current (i.e. one sheets, media kits, etc.)
• Assist in creation of any weekly and/or monthly KIDZ BOP marketing, press, and social reports and updates.
• Spearhead organization of all of marketing, press and collateral material files and physical storage.
• Help conduct/manage any research projects required by the department.
• Inventory, store, track and dispatch wardrobe pieces to shoots and events.
• Responsible for annual live concert tour ticket inventory and needs for VIP tour guests.
• Coordinate shipments of all packages.
• Manage merch requests for influencers, partners, giveaways, etc.
• Manage fan mail and general email info accounts.

What you’ll need:

• Ideal candidate has relevant internship experience in marketing and public relations, record label, artist management or related entertainment field.
• Proactivity and self-direction.
• Must be highly organized and detail orientated.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive Suite, and social media channels.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn, meticulous attention to detail and strong organization, excellent time management habits.
• Successful candidate is a resourceful self-starter who can work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in English; Ability to speak and read a foreign language a strong plus.
• Discretion and confidentiality.

*This job is hybrid- requiring 3 days a week minimum on site. 

Salary Range: $42,000 – 48,000

At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.

Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion, and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures. 

Concord