Description:
We are seeking an experienced Electronic Drums Artist Relations Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for consulting on new artist signings, negotiating contracts, and managing the current roster database for electronic drums. Additionally, you will provide comprehensive support to electronic drums endorsers, including order management, production tracking, and technical assistance on products and software
This position reports to the Director of Marketing & Artist Relations
Responsibilities:
- Consult on new artist signings, negotiate contract levels and maintain current roster database for electronic drums
- Provide all aspects of support for electronics drums endorsers including order entry, production tracking, product delivery, related manufacturing issues and maintaining positive working relationships with artists
- Provide product setup training and technical support on electronic drums products and software
- Supervise specific electronics drums artist and backline budgets - report and advise regarding artist and backline expenditures
Manage electronic drums backline support.
- Service network of backline partners and establish new partnerships as necessary
- Manage equipment orders with backline partners
- Maintain equipment inventory in conjunction with backline companies
- Coordinate equipment availability with electronic drums-related artists, managers or production in regards to concerts and events
Liaise with other departments regarding electronic drums endorsers
- Provide artist information as necessary
- Coordinate artists for content, photo shoots, etc with Creative team as needed
- Connect endorsers’ activities with Digital team for web and social media content
- Serve as electronics drums artist representative at trade shows and other scheduled events
Requirements:
Preferred Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of job-related experience and/or training in artist relations, contract negotiation, or similar roles within the music industry.
- Previous experience specifically in Artist Relations within the music manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
- Strong MIDI/software/DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) knowledge and hands-on experience preferred.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
Additional Skills and Qualifications:
- Familiarity with electronic drums products, software, and MIDI technology.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with artists, management, and internal teams.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Willingness and ability to travel both domestic and internationally occasionally and represent the company at events.
Founded in 1972, Drum Workshop, Inc. is widely recognized as the global leader in designing and manufacturing award-winning musical instruments including drums, pedals, hardware, and accessories. Drum Workshop manufactures, markets and distributes an iconic portfolio of brands including DW® Drums and Hardware, PDP®, Latin Percussion®, and Slingerland. Drum Workshop’s wide range of products have earned their reputation as The Drummer’s Choice and are endorsed by many of the world’s top artists including Dave Grohl, Matt Gartska, Chad Smith, Mick Fleetwood, Tommy Lee, Nick Mason, Jim Keltner, and Sheila E., and many other legends. Drum Workshop joined the Roland family of brands in October 2022, combining two of the world’s best acoustic and electronic drum companies to push the boundaries of innovation for drummers. For more information, visit DWDrums.com.
We continually strive to elevate the artform of drumming in the world. It is our mission to educate, enhance, and help unify the drumming community - from beginners to professionals.
We believe we can make a difference and that difference begins with our team members. Honesty, innovation, passion, education and excellence are important to us. We celebrate diverse musical expression and creativity with our instruments, and value the same diversity in our people.
This is a full-time position with some limited work from home flexibility. Must be within local, commutable distance from Oxnard, CA.
Pay Rate Range: Bi-weekly $2,307 - $2,884
Benefits
- Affordable PPO & HMO Health Insurance options
- PPO Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k with company matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Vacation Pay
- Sick Pay
- and more....