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SpotifySenior Music Editor, Indonesia
Spotify is seeking a Senior Music Editor to join its Music Editorial team based in Jakarta. In this position, you will operate within the Southeast Asian…
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Spotify is seeking a Senior Music Editor to join its Music Editorial team based in Jakarta. In this position, you will operate within the Southeast Asian music department, reporting to the regional Head of Editorial. The person chosen for this role will craft and execute a comprehensive editorial strategy for Indonesia, blending cultural expertise with performance analytics to shape music experiences for local listeners. This opportunity is well-suited for a…
Job Description
Spotify is seeking a Senior Music Editor to join its Music Editorial team based in Jakarta. In this position, you will operate within the Southeast Asian music department, reporting to the regional Head of Editorial. The person chosen for this role will craft and execute a comprehensive editorial strategy for Indonesia, blending cultural expertise with performance analytics to shape music experiences for local listeners.
This opportunity is well-suited for a culturally aware professional with a background in music journalism, digital programming, or audio curation. You will collaborate across multiple departments—such as marketing, PR, design, and artist partnerships—to support emerging talent and drive user engagement. Daily tasks involve playlist curation, writing compelling descriptions, analyzing audience data, and pioneering innovative storytelling formats across various platforms.
Spotify functions as a global music streaming platform that connects listeners with creators. The organization operates as an equal opportunity employer committed to an accessible recruitment process and inclusive workplace policies, supporting team members with flexible working arrangements that combine office meetings in Jakarta with remote capability.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute an overarching editorial strategy tailored for Indonesia to meet regional business goals
- Define the editorial tone across written stories, visual assets, short-form content, and playlists
- Invent creative formats to bring playlists to life and strengthen audience connections
- Identify local music trends, rising artists, and cultural opportunities
- Build curated playlists for Indonesia featuring engaging commentary and descriptions
- Represent the editorial department in major cross-functional and global projects involving marketing, public relations, design, product, and artist partnerships
- Maintain a robust playlist ecosystem that fosters artist discovery and fan engagement
- Examine performance metrics and user behavior to guide editorial choices and optimize engagement
- Partner with regional and global editorial personnel to align on programming initiatives
Requirements
- Minimum of eight years of background in the music industry, journalism, or music programming and curation across digital, TV, radio, or related media
- Deep familiarity with Indonesian music and culture, spanning genres from Indo Pop and HipDut to Indie and Javanese music
- Ability to utilize data and audience insights to drive editorial strategies
- Strong communication and storytelling skills with fluency in both Bahasa Indonesia and English
- Comfort appearing on-camera and crafting social-first content alongside video production crews
- Proficiency with Google Suite tools alongside basic workflow and design applications
Core Skills
Benefits
- Flexibility to work from home alongside required in-person meetings in Jakarta
- Access to reasonable accommodations during the recruitment and interview process
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in Jakarta with the flexibility to work from home, though some in-person meetings are required.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have at least eight years of experience in the music industry, journalism, or music programming and curation across media outlets like digital, TV, or radio.
What languages must applicants be fluent in?
Applicants need to be fluent in both English and Bahasa Indonesia.
Does the posting specify the salary?
The job posting does not specify the salary for this position.
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