**Experienced Manager of Music Experiences & Partnerships – Driving Innovation and Growth in the Music Industry**

Are you a creative and results-driven professional with a passion for music and partnerships? Do you have a proven track record of developing and executing innovative experiential marketing campaigns that drive business growth and customer engagement? If so, we want to hear from you! As a Manager of Music Experiences & Partnerships at American Express, you will play a key role in shaping the company's music strategy and delivering unforgettable experiences for our customers. **About American Express** American Express is a global leader in the payments industry, with a rich history of innovation and customer service. Our company is built on a foundation of integrity, diversity, and inclusion, and we are committed to creating an environment where our employees can grow and thrive. With a presence in over 130 countries, American Express offers a unique opportunity to work with a global brand and make a real impact on the lives of our customers. **Role Overview** As a Manager of Music Experiences & Partnerships, you will be responsible for developing and executing American Express's music partnership activations, bringing our brand to life at scale for consumers in new and innovative ways. You will manage a robust set of internal and external agency partners to develop and execute plans, continuously innovate our experiential offerings, and own and manage large-scale budgets in partnership with the Finance team. You will also develop relationships across the American Express enterprise to further understand business goals and deliver value through experiential portfolio where possible. **Key Responsibilities** * Develop and execute American Express's music partnership activations, bringing our brand to life at scale for consumers in new and innovative ways * Manage a robust set of internal and external agency partners to develop and execute plans, continuously innovate our experiential offerings * Own and manage large-scale budgets in partnership with the Finance team, ensuring close understanding of internal processes and delivering projects that meet or come in under budget * Develop relationships across the American Express enterprise to further understand business goals and deliver value through experiential portfolio where possible * Create and present activation plans in strategic, clear manner to internal and external executive-level parties * Partner in the collection, analysis, and reporting of key program metrics against set objectives **Essential Qualifications** * 5+ years of experience in experiential marketing, music industry, or related field * Proven track record of developing and executing innovative experiential marketing campaigns that drive business growth and customer engagement * Strong relationships with music industry professionals, including artists, managers, and promoters * Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to present to internal and external executive-level parties * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to collect, analyze, and report key program metrics * Experience managing large-scale budgets and working with finance teams to ensure close understanding of internal processes * Strong understanding of American Express's business goals and objectives, with ability to deliver value through experiential portfolio **Preferred Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Music Industry, or related field * Experience working in the music industry, including festivals, concerts, and other live events * Strong knowledge of music industry trends and developments * Experience working with internal and external agency partners to develop and execute plans * Strong understanding of social media and digital marketing, with ability to develop and execute social media campaigns **Skills and Competencies** * Strong creative and strategic thinking, with ability to develop and execute innovative experiential marketing campaigns * Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to present to internal and external executive-level parties * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to collect, analyze, and report key program metrics * Experience managing large-scale budgets and working with finance teams to ensure close understanding of internal processes * Strong understanding of American Express's business goals and objectives, with ability to deliver value through experiential portfolio * Strong relationships with music industry professionals, including artists, managers, and promoters * Strong knowledge of music industry trends and developments **Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits** As a Manager of Music Experiences & Partnerships at American Express, you will have the opportunity to grow your career and develop new skills in a dynamic and innovative environment. You will work closely with a team of experienced professionals who are passionate about music and partnerships, and you will have access to a range of training and development opportunities to help you succeed. **Work Environment and Company Culture** American Express is a global company with a presence in over 130 countries. Our company culture is built on a foundation of integrity, diversity, and inclusion, and we are committed to creating an environment where our employees can grow and thrive. We offer a range of benefits and perks, including flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive compensation package. **Compensation, Perks, and Benefits** American Express offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including: * Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options * Professional development opportunities, including training and education programs * Comprehensive compensation package, including salary, bonuses, and stock options * Access to a range of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off **Conclusion** If you are a creative and results-driven professional with a passion for music and partnerships, we want to hear from you! As a Manager of Music Experiences & Partnerships at American Express, you will have the opportunity to grow your career and develop new skills in a dynamic and innovative environment. Apply today to join our team and help us bring our brand to life at scale for consumers in new and innovative ways. Apply for this job