Job Description

Responsibilities

Proactively identify music trends, emerging talent, and opportunities in the local and global music landscape, acting as a cultural guide
Curate cohesive, engaging playlists for Pakistan & UAE with compelling descriptions and commentary that resonate with audiences
Analyze user behavior and performance data to optimize playlist engagement and make informed editorial decisions
Collaborate with global and regional editorial teams on programming initiatives and strategies to improve Spotify’s market position
Work cross-functionally with teams like marketing, design, and product to achieve strategic goals and integrate cultural insights into workflows
Support artist discovery and help grow fanbases for artists [Pakistan & UAE] through editorial projects and internal workflows
Occasionally participate in creative and innovative formats to bring playlists to life and build a deeper connection with listeners

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in the music industry, journalism, programming/curating music for digital, radio, TV, or other media outlets
Deep knowledge of music and culture, with a focus on Pakistan & UAE
Expertise across all genres and styles – from Hip-Hop to Pop, Indie to Dance or Rock
Skilled in interpreting data and analytics to inform editorial decisions and optimize performance
Culturally aware, with the ability to critically evaluate music trends, emerging movements, and audience behavior
Knowledgeable of Google Suite tools, comfortable with basic design tools and capable of crafting visual assets like playlist covers
Excellent communicator, capable of connecting with audiences through written, video, or audio commentary
Great teammate who is organized, detailed, adaptable to change, and consistently demonstrates a positive demeanor