Spotify
Associate – Audiobook Licensing & Author Partnerships
New York, NY · Mid
Sponsorship not specified$74k-$106kDetected 103 days ago
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About the role
- We work across both the creator and consumer audiobooks ecosystems, in order to get the best possible product to market with the best possible content.
- Spotify's Audiobooks team is helping shape the future of audio storytelling by bringing the world's best audiobook experiences to millions of listeners.
- Working closely with cross-functional teams across Product, Editorial, Growth, Operations, and Finance, you'll help scale our audiobook business while creating exceptional experiences for both creators and listeners.
Responsibilities
- Negotiate audiobook licensing agreements and commercial partnerships that create long-term value for Spotify and our publishing partners.
- Build trusted relationships across a diverse portfolio of independent publishers, distributors, and authors, serving as their primary strategic contact.
- Develop creative partnership structures that support sustainable growth while meeting the evolving needs of creators and publishing businesses.
- Partner with creators and publishers to optimize catalog performance, improve discoverability, and resolve operational challenges.
- Collaborate closely with Product, Editorial, Growth, Operations, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to improve partner experience and support Spotify's audiobook strategy.
- You build trusted relationships and effectively influence a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
- You manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- You have 3+ years of experience in publishing, digital media, business development, content licensing, content partnerships, or a related field.
- You have experience negotiating and closing commercial licensing, distribution, or partnership agreements.
- You are comfortable navigating ambiguity, taking ownership, and finding practical solutions to complex business challenges.
- You hold a Bachelor's degree
- an MBA or other advanced degree is beneficial.
- You are comfortable collaborating across multiple time zones and are willing to travel when needed.
- You are welcome at Spotify for who you are, no matter where you come from, what you look like, or what's playing in your headphones.
Compensation
- The United States base range for this position is $74,000 – $106,000 USD, plus equity.
Benefits
- You understand the unique opportunities and challenges facing entrepreneurial creators and independent publishing businesses.
Company info
- Where You'll Be - We offer you the flexibility to work where you work best!
- At Spotify, we are passionate about inclusivity and making sure our entire recruitment process is accessible to everyone.
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