Director, Creative

UMG Recordings•New York, NY

About The Position

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.

Requirements

5+ years of related experience.
Experience leading visual projects from initial conception through to execution.
Deep knowledge and interest in music.
Experience working within a fast-paced creative environment, preferably within the music or retail industries.
Background in pitching new business, specifically in a creative field.
Ability to comfortably manage multiple project deadlines and requirements simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Expert-level organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Basic proficiency of Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop

Nice To Haves

Label experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with the REPUBLIC Collective roster to conceive, develop, and implement distinctive artist brands and visual identities.
Oversee all creative work related to bespoke content production by in-house design, photo, and video teams, as well as external freelancers.
Manage relationships with artists and managers, aligning creative strategy with their vision and goals.
Set and manage project timelines, campaign budgets, and vendor negotiations to ensure timely delivery of exceptional, on-brand creative.
Collaborate closely with A&R, marketing, and digital teams to translate music into cohesive, scalable creative campaigns—from strategy through execution.
Maintain and grow an external network of creatives to ensure campaigns remain culturally relevant, fresh, and forward-thinking.
Lead and pitch creative concepts and presentations to internal stakeholders, external partners, and artist teams.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options
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
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
2-weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent