Job Description

Company Description
From one tiny Santa Monica office in 2014, we now have offices in 15 major cities worldwide, delivering 100%+ YoY revenue growth in recent years. In this short time span, we have developed some of the most progressive teams and technologies and continue innovating how B2B music is researched, discovered, created, and transacted.
With these capabilities, we\xe2\x80\x99ve helped our clients grow their businesses and foster positive brand affinity with their respective audiences \xe2\x80\x93 all through the power of music. Our clients include Google, Adidas, Netflix, VRBO, Fenty, and many more.
We\xe2\x80\x99re thrilled to celebrate their success and are proud our efforts have been recognized across the creative industry. Our teams regularly receive top awards such as Cannes Gold Lion, D&AD, Clios, Music and Sound Awards, London International Awards, Transform, and more. And yet, our work is far from done. We will continually challenge ourselves, question, and strive for excellence\xe2\x80\xa6. All done with a shared love of music and technology and changing the industry for good.

We are looking for an Innovation Manager to join our growing Research & Insights Team. In this role, you will report directly to the Director of Innovation and work alongside a cross-functional team across the Songtradr group including MassiveMusic, Big Sync Music, 7 Digital and Bandcamp. Operating at the intersection of science, creativity, technology and craft, we empower brands and agencies with leading-edge service and technology solutions that drive tangible brand and business results.
Your ultimate mission is to help shape our business strategy and innovation efforts through the creation of new and emerging high-value offerings achieved through a blend of research, pilot creation, evaluation, and insight creation. As the Innovation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in collaborating across many teams including product and technology, strategy, creative, client success and business development.
Main Job DutiesYour role would include, but not be limited to the following:

• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends and opportunities, creating data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making. This includes synthesising complex data into actionable strategies that align with company objectives.
• Engage in the development and refinement of strategic offerings, ensuring they meet market needs and company goals. This involves continuous evaluation and adaptation of our product and service suite to stay ahead in the market.
• Oversee and manage pilot programmes, including budgeting and hypothesis development, while meticulously tracking progress and outcomes using clear, defined metrics. This role demands a keen eye for detail and an ability to measure success and learn from failures effectively.
• Utilise insights from data analysis to guide innovation, research and development, and product enhancement. This includes maintaining and optimising data insight platforms for ongoing monitoring and assessment.
• Lead customer-centric research initiatives, using insights to directly influence product development and strategic planning. This role requires a deep understanding of customer needs and the ability to translate these into tangible product features or improvements.
• Coordinate and manage internal beta testing processes, utilising feedback for continuous product development and enhancement. This involves working closely with internal teams to gather and implement constructive feedback effectively.
• Identify and foster strategic third-party collaborations and partnerships, aligning them with the company\xe2\x80\x99s innovation goals. This includes assessing new technologies and potential partnerships for their strategic fit.
• Work collaboratively with the Innovation Director and other key stakeholders, contributing to departmental goals and engaging in cross-functional discussions and presentations. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Promote and nurture a culture of innovation within the organisation through various initiatives, such as idea submission portals and internal workshops. This involves encouraging innovation principles across all levels of the organisation.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Proven track record in innovation management, product development, or a similar role within a technology, music, or creative industry environment.
• Strong experience in managing and implementing innovation strategies and pilot programs, with a focus on delivering measurable results.
• Deep understanding of various innovation methodologies and frameworks, with the ability to apply these in a commercial context.
• Bachelor\'s or Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Business Administration, Innovation Management, or a related field; additional qualifications in Design Thinking or Agile methodologies are a plus.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with experience in utilising data insights for product development and business strategy.
• Experience with digital tools and platforms such as Miro, Jira, Figma, Slack, and Google Workspace Suite.

Personal Attributes

• You love music and are passionate about Songtradr\xe2\x80\x99s mission to increase the value of music for all
• cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly organised and adept at managing multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership qualities, with a proven ability to drive innovation culture and nurture creativity within a team.
• Passion for music, advertising, branding, and technology, with a keen eye for emerging trends and a desire to stay ahead of the curve

How You\xe2\x80\x99ll Fit Songtradr\xe2\x80\x99s Culture
CONSCIOUSLY COLLABORATIVE: You understand \xe2\x80\x98team\xe2\x80\x99 and collaborate with kindness and respect
HUMBLY CONFIDENT: You\xe2\x80\x99re confident but are never arrogant
DILIGENTLY DRIVEN: You\xe2\x80\x99re self-motivated, hard-working, and get results
INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS: You\xe2\x80\x99re positive, open, and passionate about finding innovative solutions
GOOD BUSINESS FOR ALL: You do what\xe2\x80\x99s good for the business
Perks of the Job

• Remote working environment
• Health care benefits
• Paid vacation time

About Songtradr
You are welcome at Songtradr for who you are, no matter where you\xe2\x80\x99re from, what you look like, or what\xe2\x80\x99s playing in your headphones. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. The more voices we have represented and amplified in our business, the more we will all thrive, contribute, and be brilliant. So bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background!
Since our launch in 2016, we have always been driven by our love for music and our intention to bring positive change to the industry. Today, that intention remains. We aim to continue the journey of unlocking the potential of human creativity through conscious innovation.