Artist Strategy Assistant

Warner Music Group is a global collective of music makers, lovers, tech innovators, entrepreneurs, creatives, and team members dedicated to turning dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. Our operations are guided by core values of Curiosity, Collaboration, and Commitment. We foster an inclusive work environment that values diverse backgrounds and experiences, offering the best of both worlds: an innovative global music company with the creative spirit of an independent.

At Warner Music New Zealand, our Artist Strategy team is central to the label, focusing on the long-term career growth of artists. We connect global affiliates, creative minds, and commercial teams to realize an artist's vision. The Import team, specifically, is a passionate group dedicated to breaking international music in the local market through collaboration, creative thinking, and a fan-first approach.

As an Artist Strategy Assistant, you will be instrumental in supporting the Warner Music Australia & New Zealand International Artist Strategy team. Your primary responsibility will be to assist in the planning, implementation, and execution of innovative marketing plans for our international artist roster. This fast-paced role requires you to be the driving force behind campaign execution, coordinating digital product releases, global assets, and advertising deadlines. It's a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in modern music marketing and launch your career in entertainment, especially if you have a keen eye for detail, enjoy problem-solving, and are passionate about connecting international music with Australian and New Zealand fans.

• Support Artist Strategy Managers and Executives in developing and delivering audience-centric marketing and artist strategies based on insights.
• Assist in managing project lifecycles by securing campaign assets, coordinating advertising materials, and briefing paid media campaigns.
• Handle daily financial administration, including processing purchase orders and distributing invoices in accordance with company procedures.
• Compile artist performance reports using proprietary tools, tracking consumption and audience data for stakeholders.
• Coordinate communications for international artists, managing release schedules, pitching to local partners, and monitoring performance.
• Provide administrative support for creative briefing and localization of assets for campaigns and artist channels.
• Offer on-site support at artist and fan events, coordinating vendors and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Partner with the e-commerce team to develop and promote exclusive products on D2C channels.
• Collaborate with other Assistants and Coordinators to provide administrative and reception support to the office manager as needed.

• Possess at least 1 year of early-career marketing or administrative experience in a creative, record label, or entertainment industry setting.
• Have prior experience with financial administration, such as processing invoices, purchase orders, or budget assistance.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit, building positive relationships internally and externally.
• Stay current with global industry trends, digital platforms, and social media landscapes.
• Exhibit a highly organized, reliable, and detail-oriented approach to managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Show passion for international music, sensitivity to diverse audiences, and a proactive, fast-learning attitude.

• Experience with graphic design tools like Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop.
• Proficiency in video editing software such as CapCut or Premiere.

Warner Music Group is home to numerous renowned labels and represents a diverse range of artists and songwriters. Our publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, manages a vast catalog of copyrights. We also have divisions like ADA for independent support and WMX for artist services, alongside Warner Music Entertainment for film and television. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, operating as an equal opportunity workplace.