Freelance Distribution Manager

FREELANCE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER
Preferred area Berlin or London – Part-time (Freelancer)

Reports to:
General Manager

JOB OVERVIEW
The Freelance Distribution Manager plays a key role in supporting our releases and overseeing content operations. Reporting to the General Manager, this position collaborates closely with the Audio Distribution Manager and the Artist Relations & Platform Management teams to ensure the seamless delivery of digital assets to DSPs and other platforms. Their responsibilities include maintaining accurate and up-to-date metadata across our entire catalog, as well as developing and implementing efficient systems and workflows for music and asset distribution throughout the business.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Managing the distribution of all new Audio & Video releases to DSPs
• Overseeing all catalog administration and keeping systems up-to-date
• Preparing label copy and managing metadata
• Maintaining release schedule and pitching materials for outreach to partners
• Contributing ideas and input to new creative marketing strategies
• Monitoring release performance and listener behavior, and preparing analytics reports for both internal and external use

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• A strong understanding of digital distribution supply chain and metadata requirements, and a passionate interest in the contemporary music streaming economy in general
• Can demonstrate excellent organization and communication skills with acute attention to detail and quality control standards
• 2+ years music industry experience at a record label, distributor, or artist services company in an administrative / operational role
• Excellent written and spoken English
• A process-driven and continuous improvement mindset, with a flexible and adaptable approach to growing within a team and optimising workflows in an evolving environment
• Experience managing large datasets within Excel/Google Sheets
• Passion for supporting independent music and artist development
• Appreciation and care for the diverse cultures and music represented on the COLORS platform

At COLORSxSTUDIOS, we are committed to fostering diversity and equal opportunities. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.