Head of International Artist Services (based in Europe or US)

Company Description

Believe is one of the world’s leading digital music companies. Believe’s mission is to develop local artists and labels in the digital ecosystem by providing them the solutions they need to grow their audience at each stage of their career and development.

Its 2,020 employees in more than 50 countries aim to support local artists and labels with a unique digital expertise, respect, fairness and transparency.

To support our fast-growing presence on all continents, we are constantly looking for new Believers to join us and make a stronger and more positive impact on the music industry!

Believe is listed on compartment A of the regulated market of Euronext Paris (Ticker: BLV, ISIN: FR0014003FE9).

Ready to #setthetone with Believe?

Job Description

[Position can be based in Europe or in the US, but Paris is preferred]

The Head of International Artist Services will lead the strategic development and operational execution for selected artists on an international scale. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of the music industry, strong management skills & networks, and a passion for artist development. You will be responsible for building and managing a lean international marketing project management team with professionals based in the US, Asia, and Europe. You will oversee a roster of artists, expanding their regional or global reach and driving impactful campaigns.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Build, lead, and inspire a diverse team of International EMP and Marketing Project Managers across the US, Asia, and Europe.
• Define and communicate the vision for international artist development in alignment with Believe's strategic objectives.
• Set clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and support professional growth within the team
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and inclusion.
• Drive diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure varied perspectives and innovative approaches.

Artist Development

• Oversee the development and execution of personalized artist development plans for the international Artist Services roster.
• Ensure high-quality support for selected artists, including audience development strategies, white-glove campaigns, and promo & marketing plans in export countries.
• Develop and create a network of strategic partnerships and collaborations to enhance market penetration and artist exposure.
• Localize marketing and promotional strategies to resonate with diverse global audiences.
• Provide full visibility to all artists as part of the international imprint, ensuring robust reporting and alignment with internal stakeholders.

Strategic Vision & Innovation

• Stay ahead of industry trends, digital innovations, and platform updates to proactively enhance Believe's offerings.
• Introduce cutting-edge marketing tools and tactics to elevate international campaigns.
• Align international strategies with regional teams to ensure consistency and efficiency across all markets.

Revenue and Cost Management

• Develop and manage the budget (revenue and cost) for the international Artist Services team.
• Monitor financial performance and make data-driven decisions to optimize resources.
• Oversee tracking systems for campaign performance metrics, costs, and revenues, ensuring robust financial reporting.

Stakeholder Management & Representation

• Act as the key liaison between the central Artist Services team and regional/local market teams, ensuring seamless communication and alignment.
• Represent Believe at high-profile industry events to build relationships with external stakeholders, including platforms, media, and key industry leaders.

Operational Excellence

• Streamline processes and leverage technology to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop protocols for managing risks, crises, or challenges during international campaigns.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience & network in the music industry, particularly in artist development and international markets for mainstream cross-over & electronic music.
• Proven track record of building international network and motivating high-performing teams across multiple regions.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing multi-market marketing strategies for artists or brands.
• Deep understanding of cultural nuances and consumer behavior across key territories (US, Asia, Europe).
• Familiarity with marketing technology stacks, data analytics, and repor