Contractor Music Editor ANZ

About the Role

Spotify is seeking a Contractor Music Editor to join the Australia and New Zealand Editorial team, reporting to the Editorial Lead in Sydney. This position is a 12-month contract with employment through a third party. The selected candidate will influence the musical experience of millions of listeners across ANZ by collaborating with leading technology and product teams to refine recommendations and provide an exceptional listening experience for a diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Curate engaging playlists and editorial content across various genres catered to ANZ listeners by combining data analysis, cultural insight, and editorial discretion.
• Analyze user behavior, streaming metrics, and content performance to optimize programming and identify opportunities to grow audiences.
• Create captivating written content, video materials, and on-camera editorial appearances that embody Spotify’s editorial voice on platform and social media.
• Spot emerging music trends, scenes, and culturally important moments to ensure timely and authoritative local programming.
• Support local artists and promote export opportunities through Spotify's global editorial network.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as marketing and communications to achieve local editorial and market objectives.
• Contribute to the innovation of editorial formats to enhance user engagement and build trust with audiences.

Candidate Profile

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in music programming, curation, culture journalism, or related areas within digital, radio, music, TV, or similar platforms.
• Extensive knowledge of multiple genres with strong expertise in Dance, Electronic, and Hip-Hop especially valued.
• In-depth understanding of Australian and New Zealand music cultures with the ability to interpret and predict global cultural trends.
• Confident and engaging on camera with the talent to discuss music authoritatively and authentically to a wide audience.
• Excellent writing ability to produce clear, compelling commentary on music and culture.
• Strong familiarity with digital content, social media, and online youth engagement strategies.
• Experience utilizing AI tools to enhance workflow efficiency and editorial processes.
• Data-driven approach to making editorial decisions and measuring content success.
• Good visual storytelling skills with an appreciation for compelling artwork and playlist images.
• Highly organized with attention to detail, capable of managing numerous programming tasks simultaneously.
• Collaborative and curious, motivated by working at the intersection of music, culture, and technology.

Work Arrangements

• The role is based in Sydney, Australia.
• Flexible remote work is allowed; however, attendance at the Sydney office about three days per week is expected to facilitate in-person collaboration.

Additional Information

Spotify may use artificial intelligence tools during stages of the hiring process such as application review, resume analysis, or candidate assessment. These AI tools assist the recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final employment decisions are made by humans. For questions about data processing, candidates may contact Spotify directly.

Spotify is the world’s leading audio streaming subscription platform, offering a broad range of listening experiences globally.