Artists Insights & Analytics Lead (A&R Research)

Artists Insights & Analytics Lead (A&R research) - Independent Co.

https://independent.co/

(Los Angeles)

Independent Co. is a Los Angeles based record label created to reimagine the future of the artist-owned music streaming business. We are home to a diverse array of multicultural talent, spanning genres, including Kyle, Yuna, Shoffy and The Martinez Brothers to name a few. Currently we are hiring an Artists Insights & Analytics Lead to drive data discovery, company wide strategy, and insights supporting our existing roster and future Artist signings.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Scouting team, with weekly meetings to discuss new prospective artists.
• Serve as communication lead between scouting team and executive team.
• Serve as the key, day-to-day lead for data-driven research, digital analytics, and actionable insights for Independent’s current roster and future A&R efforts.
• Gather data and develop relevant reporting across the digital streaming landscape to support A&R efforts and company wide Artist first strategy.
• Ensure data gathering and reporting are always clean, accurate, actionable, and effective for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Develop measurement criteria for various platforms to ensure A&R objectives and success are clearly defined.
• Generate and provide both ad-hoc and regular reporting that provide A&R insights on performance and key metrics.
• Identify industry trends and changes to shape future campaigns.

Requirements:

• A deep passion for Independent's creative output and artist roster.
• Extensive knowledge of music streaming data and future trends across the digital media landscape.
• Existing relationships in the digital media/music space and a solid track record of executing successful projects.
• Previous experience leading data & analytics projects with labels, artists, managers, and digital partners.
• High level of knowledge in DSP metrics, reporting, and performance figures
• Proficient with SQL and Excel. Preferred skills in Python, R, or similar programming languages for predictive analytics and developing statistical models.
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills -- both verbal and written for a wide array of audiences.
• Strong experience working with various DSP analytics platforms, social media analytics, and audience listening tools.
• Positive attitude and willingness to contribute in a variety of evolving deliverables key to the success Independent and our Artists.