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Amazon Music is hiring: Artist Relations Manager, Artist Relations in Culver Cit

Amazon Music · Culver City, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$77,300-$135,300/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Description
Amazon Music Artist Relations team seeks an experienced professional to serve as an Artist Relations Manager within the US creative community—including artists, managers, attorneys, and industry stakeholders across all genres and markets. This role requires someone who can seamlessly step into established relationships while expanding Amazon Music’s footprint nationwide. The Artist Relations Manager will cultivate strategic partnerships with Artist Management companies, managing complex artist relationships and delivering mutually beneficial outcomes. This role 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 across one of the world’s most dynamic and influential music landscapes.

Key Job Responsibilities

Build and manage relationships with US-based artists, managers, and industry decision‑makers across all genres and emerging music communities

Lead end‑to‑end pitches and launches for Artist Relations programs, providing strategic input for content campaigns and marketing initiatives tailored to diverse market dynamics and cultural landscapes across the US

Act as an Amazon Music ambassador within the US creative community, educating artist teams on Amazon Music processes, platform benefits, monetization opportunities, and exclusive programs

Apply deep knowledge of US music industry trends, regional cultural landscapes, and genre‑specific nuances to inform content strategy

Develop scalable team processes and tools that improve operational efficiency and key metrics, contributing to Amazon Music’s broader Artist Relations strategy

Contribute to Artist Relations programs including Amazon Music Originals, Breakthrough, and market‑specific activations across the US

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or above

5+ years of experience in artist relations, label relations, or similar music industry role

Proven track record in long‑term client/account relationship management for media, entertainment, or licensing businesses

Demonstrated ability to manage difficult artist relationships and influence artist team strategic plans

Exceptional organizational, strategic, and analytical skills with ability to assess value of artist opportunities and make data‑driven recommendations

Strong understanding of digital music platforms, streaming ecosystem, and artist monetization strategies

Preferred Qualifications

Established relationships and credibility within one or more major US music markets (e.g., Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Atlanta, Miami) with a deep understanding of regional industry dynamics

Knowledge of US music industry trends, cultural movements, and key industry events across genres (e.g., SXSW, Coachella, BET Awards, CMA Fest, Grammys, Rolling Loud, Essence Fest, Americana Fest)

Experience working with management companies, labels, and production partners across multiple genres and markets

Communication skills with proven ability to influence without authority and represent Amazon Music effectively to external decision‑makers and internal senior leaders

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Salary: 77,300.00 – 135,300.00 USD annually (USA, CA, Culver City).

Company: Amazon.com Services LLC

Job ID: A10419727

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