THE POSITION

The successful candidate will serve as Marketing and Social Media Coordinator, supporting Watchdog’s Digital Media team. The candidate will report to the company GM and to the President. The position is a flexible remote and in-office hybrid model. The candidate must be based in Vancouver or willing to commute to Vancouver at least twice per week and for special events.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Resourcefulness, self-sufficiency, and drive to grow your career
Interest in music industry and artist management
Deep knowledge and understanding of all current social media platforms, related scheduling software
Interest in keeping a keen eye on social media trends and best practices
Knowledge of and experience using music streaming platforms
Experience in social media coordination
Exceptionally organized and able to multi-task and manage time effectively
Ability to manage a large volume of tasks
Ability to handle challenging situations, be proactive, trouble shoot and problem-solve
Knowledge of Photoshop or Canva, CapCut or other video editing software, MS Office and Mac computers is essential
Ability to work as part of a close-knit team
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills including copywriting
Availability outside of regular office hours. If you’re looking for a 9-5 job, this may not be for you

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Marketing and Social Media Coordinator will work closely supporting the Digital Media team on a variety of tasks including but not limited to:

Social media management for developing artists

Work with Project Manager and Director of Digital Media on overall plan development
Supporting the Digital Media team on communicating and scheduling rollouts of tours, single, album and asset releases
Gathering copy and scheduling posts
Tracking playlisting ads and posting
Monitoring fan responses + UCG, reporting back to Digital Media team
Assist Digital Media team in gathering liners from clients

Content Creation / Content shoots

Editing short form video, either using CapCut or your preferred program
Creating graphics for merch drops and online events
Sourcing and booking venues for content shoots

Scheduling/coordinating of photographers and videographers

Reviewing portfolios
Logistics and invoice coordination

Coordinating and assisting in executing social media opportunities

Finding best time and coordinating AMA’s, IG Takeovers etc
Ensuring all key info is available to client

Touring

Scheduling shows in Bandsintown & Seated
Gathering set times, door times, age restrictions info and updating events
Spotify presale information populating
Monitoring tour announces/pre-sale/onsales, making sure links work and have correct information and artwork
Approving advertiser requests and ad copy from promoters
Working with promoters on ad plan and contest execution
Updating admats, asset creation with direction

Social Media Tracking

Compiling stats
Social media audience tracking
Monitoring and reporting scam accounts
Fan engagement, monitoring and capitalizing on UGC
Monitoring social media trends and best practices, making suggestions for all clients: reporting to project managers and Digital Media team
Assisting project managers and clients with mood boards for projects as needed

E-comm integration into all digital platforms

Work with e-comm lead to manage client IG + FB shop tabs, making sure new items and collections are highlighted

Newsletter management for clients

Gathering copy from clients
Creating drafts and scheduling newsletters

Managing Artists’ branded playlists on Spotify

Syndicating client TikToks to Reels & YT Shorts, running past Digital Media team for approval

Client website management and upkeep

Company website management and upkeep

Third party partner outreach upon release and tours (for artist support)

Watchdog Management is committed to equity and diversity, and strongly welcomes and encourages applications from Indigenous, Black and people of colour, women and non-binary folks, disabled people, people who are LGBTQ2S+, and people from other diverse communities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Salary range is $45,000 - $50,000 per year, to commensurate with experience.

Please send resume and cover letter to resumes@watchdogmgt.com by Friday, September 27th. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ABOUT WATCHDOG MANAGMENT

Watchdog Management is a Vancouver-based, world-class artist management firm within the music industry. Our company represents high-caliber, internationally acclaimed touring and recording artists, as well as platinum-selling producers and songwriters.

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