Creative Director

Location: Austin, Texas

Type: Part-Time (Approx. 15 hours/week)

Duration: 2-3 year commitment required

About Uncharted Records

Uncharted Records is a community-driven indie music label startup focused on discovering and nurturing early-career and emerging urban talent. We are the voice for the unheard, providing artists the resources, mentorship, and platform they need to succeed. Our ambitious goal is to hit 1 million monthly listeners in the next two years. If you are passionate about shaping the creative identity of a growing brand and contributing to a cause bigger than yourself, this role is for you.

Job Overview

As Creative Director, you’ll lead all creative endeavors for Uncharted Records, shaping the visual and auditory brand of the company and its talent. You’ll work closely with the marketing and A&R teams, as well as directly with the artists, to create compelling, authentic, and resonant brand stories and campaigns.

What We Offer

• Equity: 1.5% vested over 2 years, additional 0.5% post-investment over 1 year.
• Profit Sharing: 15% of profit-sharing pool. Pool size increases based on milestone achievements.
• Immense Growth Opportunity: Transition into a full-time salaried position post-investment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the creative direction for the label and our talent.
• Develop and implement innovative branding and marketing strategies.
• Direct photoshoots, video productions, and visual media content.
• Collaborate with the A&R team on the creative development of artists.
• Coordinate with marketing to ensure campaigns are aligned with the creative vision.
• Manage brand partnerships and cross-promotional opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Entrepreneurial mindset.
• Startup experience is preferred but not required.
• Proven track record of creative leadership, preferably in the music or entertainment industry
• Outstanding interpersonal abilities; strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be located in Austin, Texas

Candidate Profile/Commitment

We are not looking for clock-watchers or quick paycheck chasers. This role will require approx. 15 hours per week, a commitment for the next 2-3 years, and the tunnel vision to achieve our goal of 1 million monthly listeners. If you cannot meet these requirements, this role isn’t for you. We seek candidates who are ready to roll up their sleeves and build something monumental.

Note: This is not a salaried role and won’t provide a full-time income initially, salaries will scale in line the company’s growth. 

How to Apply

If you are a self-starter with a passion for the music industry and meet the qualifications above, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become a part of a team that believes in authenticity, community, and real relationship-building.

Uncharted Records is an equal opportunity employer.

Uncharted Records