Coordinator, Creative – Santa Monica, California

Santa Monica, CA, United States

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Bravado is a diverse team of passionate people who connects artists & brands through innovative products and curated experiences for fans around the world. Bravado is a global merchandise company, providing a broad scope of services, including eCommerce, Tour, VIP, Fan Clubs and Retail Branding. Bravado works in close partnership with both emerging artists and the biggest superstars in the music industry, to help ensure their brand reach the most fans globally. Our products are being sold through the artist’s official e-commerce shops, through online marketplaces and in thousands of retail and retail locations around the world. We also service our artists on the road, providing merchandise and VIP experiences at live shows. We take great pride in constantly finding new ways to push innovation through products and partnerships. The company maintains offices in London, Los Angeles, New York, Berlin, Paris, Tokyo and Sydney. How we LEAD: Bravado is currently looking for a Creative Coordinator. The focus of this role is primarily creative operations and administration. This candidate will be a self-starter, problem solver, has a knack for organization, planning, and is an expert communicator. The Creative Coordinator must have a strong passion for fashion, music, design and art. It is key that this candidate has a team player, positive attitude. How you’ll CREATE:

In a fast-paced and growing environment like ours, priorities and projects often change so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities: Admin and Operations Duties Maintains, owns, assigns and updates the Creative Team’s schedules

Coordinates and onboards freelancer set-ups and invoicing with accounting and legal

Codes invoices in Uniport

Updates freelancer master lists and connects with freelance talent

Proof-reads creative presentations, production art files, date backs, designs, and any other creative materials

Maintains and organizes database of band/artist assets

Coordinates production of physical meeting materials, samples and scheduling

Prepares products and samples for client meetings

Assists with system logins and creating accounts (Monday.com, A primo)

Supports the Creative Management Team by collaborating with Brand Managers and Production to streamline projects with clear details before development begins

Educates the team on key software innovations (task management, trend-forecasting programs, etc.)

Collaborates with Creative Managers on project prep tasks such as researching artists, pulling product templates, and sourcing products

Shares links to approved art files, seps, mockups, and presentations

Supports VP, Head of Creative administratively (creative team expenses, scheduling, travel, etc.)

Supports Creative Directors administratively

Schedules creative meetings

Plans team events and tradeshows

Creative Creates, updates and manages artist style guides and brand guides

Updates corporate presentations

Communicates basic design briefs to graphic designers (freelance or in-house)

Mocks up artwork on products

Puts together decks for one off presentations

Creates specific spec images for retail (Target, HT glams & Plexis)

Bring your VIBE: 5 + years of relevant experience in an office environment

Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Fashion, or Communication Arts

Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite

Fan of and strong knowledge of music, trends, fashion, and design

Ability to collaborate with key internal team members, such as product & creative development, legal, finance, brand management, and production teams

Knowledge and skill in developing strategic business plans and budgeting

Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently

Exceptional written, listening, and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Photography skills are a plus

Perks Playlist: Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as: 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services

Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants

Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation

Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including: Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

2-weeks paid Winter Break

10 Paid Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. For more information, please click on the following links. E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish

Job Category: eCommerce Salary Range: $37,000 - $56,650 The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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