Manager, Creative Partnerships

Manager, Creative and Partnerships Centricity Publishing Franklin, TN Who is Centricity: Centricity is a recording label and publishing company that was founded in 2006 with a commitment to artist development. Based in Franklin TN, our mission is to enable our artists to create life-changing experiences for the world. We operate from the values of being faith-centered, relationship-focused, and support-driven. Position Summary We are seeking a Manager, Creative and Partnerships who will be involved in all the various creative aspects of Centricity’s publishing company, with a specific focus on both worship music, and the management of our relationships with key external partners. This position will report directly to the Sr. Vice President of Publishing. He or she must be a person with a penchant for worship music, and significant experience as either a worship leader, or working within the worship music industry. Likewise, they will need to be both a highly relational, and a highly detailed person, with the ability to manage a balance of daily tasks and ongoing projects. Primary Responsibilities Oversee all of Centricity Publishing’s worship initiatives, and work hand in hand with Centricity Music’s A&R team, and the VP, Commercial Strategy as it pertains to the combined label and publishing efforts. Identify and secure significant worship writing opportunities for all appropriate Centricity Publishing songwriters. Help both the Centricity Publishing Team and the Centricity Music A&R Team to identify and sign new worship songwriters and artists. Assist the Publishing Team in the planning and execution of writing camps, and retreats throughout the year, including our annual Centricity Worship Retreat. Manage relationships with all of Centricity Publishing’s key external partners, including but not limited to: CCLI, Praise Charts, Multitracks, and Worship Artistry. Working with these partners to generate both revenue and promotional opportunities for the company’s copyrights. Function as the senior point of contact for Centricity Publishing’s current outside administrator. Oversee all the publishing related activities of the Label and Publishing Administration Coordinator, including but not limited to: inputting new songs, generating reports, and responding to licensing requests. Establish strong relationships with both Centricity’s roster of songwriters, and worship writers throughout the industry. Oversee all of Centricity Publishing’s marketing efforts, including the planning and execution of any Centricity Worship content shoots. Manage Centricity Publishing and Centricity Worship websites and social media accounts, including frequent and consistent posting and updates. Attend events to support Centricity Music artists and Centricity Publishing songwriters (e.g., concerts, writer rounds, showcases, award shows, etc.) Foster strong relationships within the industry by proactively meeting and spending time with appropriate A&R, publishers, producers, managers, etc. Analyze songwriter royalty statements Perform additional publishing duties as they arise Qualifications & Skills Minimum of 3 years experience as either a worship leader or in a creative role within the worship music industry. Working knowledge of the music business and creative process, specifically as it pertains to songwriting Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Professional and able to handle confidential information Highly organized with strong attention to detail Resourceful, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment Positive team player with a collaborative spirit Proficient with Mac OS, iOS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, FSA and Long and Short-term disability 401(k) with match Flexible PTO Policy – employees are encouraged to take the time they need, with scheduling coordinated through their manager and team needs. 8 paid holidays and paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Comprehensive parental leave policy for all parents Remote work on Fridays Cell Phone Reimbursement #J-18808-Ljbffr Centricity Music