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# VP International Marketing GSA (m/f/d) at Sony Music

- **Company:** Sony Music
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Posted:** 2026-09-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-16
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sonymusicentertainment/jobs/8795520002

## Job description

(Full-time, permanent, starting as soon as possible, based in Berlin)

Releases of global artists shape culture far beyond borders — but their success in each market depends on how deeply they connect locally. In this role, you will help define how global artists and international repertoire become relevant, visible and successful across Germany, Austria and Switzerland, working closely with European Marketing teams across the region. Leading the GSA International Marketing team and cooperating closely with Marketing leads across the Continental Europe & Africa region, you will bring together strategic direction, local market insight, creativity and data-informed decision-making to turn global priorities into powerful local campaigns. If you combine strong leadership with global thinking, cultural understanding and a clear sense of what makes music resonate in the GSA market, we are looking for you!

## What you do

- You are responsible for International Marketing across the GSA region, setting the strategic direction for how global artists and international repertoire are marketed in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
- You develop the overall marketing strategy for international artists and global releases in GSA, translating international campaign guidelines into tailored, culturally relevant GSA strategies
- You lead and develop the GSA International Marketing team, setting clear priorities, roles and responsibilities while fostering close collaboration within the team and across local, regional and international interfaces
- You steer local marketing campaigns for global superstars and international newcomers — from positioning and release planning to performance analysis — making international strategies effective in the GSA market
- You prioritize artists, releases and marketing investments based on market potential, audience insights, streaming and social data, as well as cultural relevance in the respective markets
- You work closely with international repertoire owners, labels and European Marketing teams across the region, representing GSA market needs and opportunities within the international network and ensuring strong local execution of global priorities
- Together with Commercial Sales, Data, Digital, Media Relations, Promotion and other partners, you develop integrated campaigns that make international strategies locally relevant, visible and commercially successful in the GSA market
- You build strong relationships with artists, managements, platforms and international partners, translating international priorities and campaign pushes into clear, locally relevant marketing and activation plans for the GSA market
- You are responsible for budgets, resources and relevant KPIs, creating transparency around campaign progress, impact and learnings.

## Who you are

- You bring proven leadership and international marketing experience in the music or media industry, with a focus on international repertoire in a local market environment
- You have successfully positioned international artists and global releases in local markets and understand how international campaigns become culturally relevant and effective in the GSA market
- You understand the specific dynamics of the German, Austrian and Swiss markets and can translate global strategies convincingly into local market logic, audiences and activation measures
- You have a broad, genre-spanning understanding of repertoire and a strong instinct for artist, audience, platform and cultural trends
- You combine strategic thinking with strong executional drive, are highly confident in the digital landscape and can clearly prioritize and effectively steer different releases and market opportunities
- You bring a deep understanding of the digital marketing landscape and the ability to translate emerging trends, platform dynamics and audience behavior into impactful innovative artist campaigns
- You are a convincing and appreciative leader who provides direction, empowers others, brings different perspectives together and enables teams to succeed
- You are a clear and confident communicator who knows how to adapt tone, message and level of detail to different audiences and stakeholder groups
- You bring a strong business mindset and manage budgets, resources and partners with a clear focus on reach, relevance and commercial impact
- You work in a data-informed way while maintaining a strong creative instinct for artists, music and cultural dynamics
- You are business-fluent in written and spoken German and English and can communicate confidently in both languages

## What we offer

- A dynamic, international environment at one of the leading companies in music and entertainment
- Opportunities to shape and grow artists on a global scale
- A collaborative culture with passionate teams across markets
- Flexible working models and a modern workplace setup (depending on location)
- Competitive compensation and a range of local benefits tailored to your region
- Access to a strong global network and development opportunities within Sony Music

How to Apply

Skip the formalities. We don’t need photos, personal background details or perfectly formatted applications.

Show us who you are. What you’ve built. What you hear that others don’t.

Send us something that represents you — CV, playlist, projects, ideas — whatever tells your story best.

Sony Music sounds better with you

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## About Sony Music

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Sony Music Entertainment is the recorded music and publishing arm of Sony Group, managing a global roster of artists and a vast catalog of music while operating one of the industry’s leading record labels and distribution platforms.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 1991 (as Sony Music Entertainment, following the acquisition of CBS Records)
- **Founders**: Not applicable (corporate division of Sony Group)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Music – Recorded music, music publishing, artist services, and distribution.
- **Target customers**: B2B (streaming services, advertisers, film/TV studios); B2C (music fans via streaming, live events, merchandise); Enterprise (brand partnerships, sync licensing).
- **Mission statement**: “To shape what is coming next in music, technology, and culture” and “entertain and move people.”

## Products & Services
- **Record Labels (Columbia, Epic, RCA, Arista Nashville, etc.)**: A&R, recording, marketing, and promotion of artists across all genres.
- **Music Publishing (Sony Music Publishing)** : Administration of song rights, sync licensing, and songwriter development.
- **Distribution & Artist Services (The Orchard, AWAL)** : Digital distribution, marketing, and global reach for independent artists and labels.
- **Direct-to-Consumer (D2C)**: Merchandising, fan engagement platforms, and e‑commerce (Three Ten Merch, The Merch Collective).
- **Podcasting & Content**: Original podcast production and ad sales (Global Podcasting division).
- **Film & TV Sync**: Licensing music for media (SyncShop, Business & Legal Affairs teams).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private subsidiary); Sony Group Corporation’s music segment reported revenue of approximately ¥1.6 trillion (~$10.6 billion) for FY2024 (ended March 2025).
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue (music segment) – ~$10.6 billion (FY2024) – as reported by Sony Group.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Parent company Sony Group Corporation; strategic partnerships with streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music), film studios, and global brands.
- **Growth Signals**: Continued expansion through acquisitions (AWAL, Alamo Records, Somethin’ Else); growing podcast and D2C revenue; investment in emerging technology (AI, immersive audio); global headcount of thousands with active hiring across 20+ countries.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vast, iconic catalog**: Ownership of the world’s largest music catalog (over 5 million songs) and rights to legendary artists (Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Queen, etc.).
- **End‑to‑end artist ecosystem**: From A&R and recording to publishing, distribution, merchandise, and sync – all under one roof.
- **Global scale & Sony synergy**: Access to Sony’s electronics, gaming (PlayStation), and entertainment divisions for cross‑promotion and technology innovations.
- **Deep industry relationships**: Long‑standing ties with streaming services, radio, live events, and media partners.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital transformation**: Expanding direct‑to‑consumer channels, fan‑data analytics, and personalized experiences.
- **Emerging technology**: Investment in AI‑assisted music creation, spatial audio, and virtual concerts.
- **Global growth**: Strengthening presence in high‑growth markets (India, Latin America, Africa) via local labels and partnerships.
- **Diversified revenue**: Growing non‑streaming income through sync licensing, brand partnerships, podcasting, and live events.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Honour the creative journey” – a collaborative, creative environment that values insight, integrity, and imagination.
- **Career development**: Award‑winning 12‑month paid internship programs, global mobility, and internal learning opportunities.
- **Remote / Hybrid / Office**: Roles are posted for both in‑office (New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Mumbai, Warsaw) and remote positions – policy varies by team and function.
- **Perks**: Competitive compensation, benefits, access to a global music community, and the chance to work directly with top artists.
- **Engineering & Data**: Growing data analytics, security, and engineering teams (e.g., Label Analytics, Cyber Security, Automation) – tech roles are integrated into a creative business.

## Sources
1. [Sony Music Global Job Board (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sonymusicentertainment/jobs/8239876002)
2. [Sony Music Careers](https://careers.sonymusic.com/jobs/)
3. [Inside Sony Music – Introducing Sony Music Careers](https://www.sonymusic.com/inside-sony-music/introducing-sony-music-careers/)
4. [Careers FAQ – Sony Music Careers](https://careers.sonymusic.com/how-we-hire/frequently-asked-questions/)
5. [Sony Music UK – Careers](https://www.sonymusic.co.uk/careers/)

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