--- title: 'Sr. Program Manager at UnitedMasters | Translation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/sr-program-manager-unitedmasters-translation-brooklyn-62vpykcekb1f' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-06' --- # Sr. Program Manager at UnitedMasters | Translation - **Company:** UnitedMasters | Translation - **Location:** Brooklyn, NY - **Posted:** 2026-09-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/unitedmasterstranslation/jobs/8623137002 ## Job description ## Who We Are We are an award-winning independent creative solutions company that aspires to be the most culturally-influential company in the world. We help ambitious brands harness the power of culture to solve their biggest challenges. As a unique mix of experts in culture, technology, and storytelling, we are united by a passion to grow brands in ways that advertising alone can never do. We are an entrepreneurial business – not a traditional “ad agency.” That means we value resourcefulness and tenacity just as much as we value creativity and intelligence. We’re unapologetically ambitious! We are looking for a Sr. Program Manager to join Translation! This role is based in Brooklyn, New York with four days in-office and one day remote. ## What You'll Do - Own the how. Develop scopes, timelines, budgets and delivery systems for programs ranging from complex to “simple.” Don’t assume one size fits all. - Coordinate internal and external meetings throughout the lifecycle of the program, and maintain close coordination with key stakeholders, including Business Leadership and Production. - Deliver strategic and creative deliverables directly to day to day clients. Own contact reports, internally and back to the client. - Manage talent allocations week over week. Work with the Group Engagement Director and Business Leadership to ensure programs are planned to achieve successful completion, including coming in on time and on budget. - Coordinate internal teams, ensure high quality delivery, and manage back to overarching strategy of the engagement. - Develop a strong understanding of client’s business and industry, key competitors, and audience demographics. - Help maintain integrated ways of working by reinforcing team processes and managing documentation and communications. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - A proactive, hands-on mentality. You take immense pride in your work. You’re results-driven and detail-oriented, but also passionate about people, culture, and creativity. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly, accurately, and succinctly. - Stellar time management and organizational skills, able to juggle multiple priorities under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality. - Thick-skinned, persistent, and diplomatic—you handle challenges with optimism and a solutions-oriented mindset. - Comfortable navigating across multiple internal disciplines (creative, production, strategy) and external partners to keep projects moving forward. - An understanding of when to escalate challenges and opportunities to the appropriate leads. ## Minimum Qualifications - 3+ years of experience in a creative agency or similar communications environment, with a strong understanding of advertising, marketing, media, production, and agency finance. - Familiarity with the lifecycle of integrated campaigns across broadcast, digital, experiential and/or social. - Experience supporting or leading calls with cross-functional agency teams and interfacing directly with clients. - Fluent in Google Suite (especially Sheets and Slides); experience with resource management or workforce planning, as well as project planning tools. - Strong curiosity with a strong desire to learn and engage AI tools. ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience directly managing timelines and deliverables for creative and production workstreams. - Exposure to or direct experience with production processes. - Acted as a producer or account executive in an agency environment with client facing - A passion for culture, innovation, and helping brands show up meaningfully in the world. About UnitedMasters, Inc. UnitedMasters Inc. represents the creative solutions company, Translation, and the leading software and services platform for independent creators, UnitedMasters. UnitedMasters enables ownership, exposure, and new paths for financial return for independent creators, while Translation helps brands leverage the power of contemporary culture to achieve transformational growth. Combined, UnitedMasters, Inc. is the world’s leading marketplace for cultural capital, connecting independent artists and brands to realize a future in which all creators own their future. Backed by Alphabet, Andreessen Horowitz, and Apple, UnitedMasters, Inc. is reimagining how brands and artists come together to tell their stories, build profitable growth, and push culture forward. Salary Hiring Range: $95,000 - $115,000 Our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry, and are one part of many compensation, benefits and other reward opportunities we provide (e.g. bonus, stock options, 401(k) match, etc.) Individual pay rate decisions are based on a number of factors, including qualifications for the role, experience level, skillset, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at the company.  We expect the majority of the candidates who are offered roles at our company to fall healthily throughout the range based on these factors. The range above is for the expectations as laid out in the job description, however we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, and recognize that the person we hire may be less experienced (or more senior) than this job description as posted.  If that ends up being the case, the updated salary range will be communicated with you as a candidate. The salary range above is for the NY/CA.  As a company, we have a location based strategy, which means the salary range could be lower or higher than this if the role is hired in another location. ## #LI-HYBRID ## About UnitedMasters | Translation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: UnitedMasters is a digital music distribution and artist services platform that empowers independent artists to own their music and connect with brands, while Translation is a creative agency under the same parent company, Translation Enterprises, Inc. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series C, total funding $240M) - **Headquarters**: Brooklyn, New York, United States - **Founded**: 2017 - **Founders**: Steve Stoute ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Music distribution, artist services, and creative advertising (Translation). - **Target customers**: Independent artists, musicians, producers, and brands seeking culturally relevant marketing campaigns. - **Mission or purpose**: To give artists control over their own careers and enable them to distribute music to major streaming platforms while maintaining ownership and independence. ## Products & Services - **UnitedMasters Distribution**: A platform that allows artists to distribute their music to over 35+ streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.) while retaining 100% ownership of their masters. - **UnitedMasters SELECT**: A premium tier offering additional promotional tools, analytics, and faster payouts. - **Translation (Agency)**: A full-service creative agency that connects brands with independent artists for authentic marketing campaigns, including brand strategy, sync licensing, and content production. - **Artist Services**: Includes A&R, sync licensing, label services, and brand partnerships to help artists grow their careers. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: Total funding of $240M across three rounds (Series A, Series B, Series C) and annual revenue estimated at $11.1M. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Apple (lead in Series B), Alphabet (lead in Series A), Andreessen Horowitz (lead in Series C), and other investors. - **Growth Signals**: Headcount of 324 employees (+8.1% YoY), active job postings (21+), recent artist successes (e.g., Brent Faiyaz hitting #6 on Billboard 200), and expansion into UK and Latin markets. ## Competitive Advantages - **Artist-first model**: Artists retain 100% ownership of their music, unlike traditional label deals. - **Integrated brand agency**: The sibling agency Translation provides a unique pipeline for artists to secure high-value brand partnerships and sync licensing deals. - **Backing from tech giants**: Investment from Apple, Alphabet, and Andreessen Horowitz provides credibility and resources. - **Data-driven insights**: Direct access to streaming data and audience analytics for artists to optimize their careers. ## Strategic Focus - **Independent artist empowerment**: Continue to build tools and services that help artists bypass traditional gatekeepers. - **Brand synergy**: Leverage Translation’s creative capabilities to create more artist-brand collaborations. - **Global expansion**: Growing presence in international markets (UK, Brazil, Nigeria, South Africa) and targeting Latin music. - **Technology integration**: Enhancing the platform with AI-driven recommendation, marketing automation, and deeper analytics. ## Why Work Here - **Culture and work environment**: Hybrid/office-based roles primarily in Brooklyn, NY (HQ) and San Francisco, CA. Employer rating of 3.2/5 (70 reviews) with compensation rated 3.9/5. - **Notable perks**: Opportunity to work at the intersection of music, technology, and culture; exposure to top artists and brands; “Come Up Intern Program” for emerging talent. - **Engineering culture**: Open roles in product, UX, engineering, and data strategy indicate a focus on building internal tools and platforms. - **Departments hiring**: Creative, Brand Partnerships, Artist Services, Product, Legal, Finance, and more. Recent roles include VP of Legal, Director of Label Services, and Senior Accountant. ## Sources 1. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/unitedmasterstranslation) – Careers page listing open positions 2. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/unitedmasters) – Company profile, employee data, funding, and revenue 3. [unitedmasters.com](https://unitedmasters.com/) – Official website 4. 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