Contractor Music Editor ANZ
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Short Term
Spotify is looking for a Contractor Music Editor to join our ANZ Editorial team, reporting to the Editorial
Lead in Sydney. This is a 12-month contract role.
Please note this role is employed through a third party.
As a Contractor Music Editor you'll help influence how millions of listeners in Australia and New Zealand experience music on Spotify. Behind the scenes, this role will work with world-leading technology and product teams to sharpen our recommendations and deliver the best possible listening experience for a broad and diverse
Audience.
What You'll Do
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Curate engaging playlists and editorial experiences across genres for ANZ audiences, balancing data insight with cultural instinct and human judgement
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Analyse user behaviour, streaming data and performance metrics to optimise programming and surface audience-growth opportunities
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Create compelling written commentary, video content and on-camera editorial moments that bring Spotify's editorial voice to life on platform and across social channels
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Identify emerging music trends, scenes and culturally significant moments — ensuring Spotify's local programming is timely and authoritative
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Champion local artists and identify export opportunities across Spotify's global editorial network
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Work cross functionally with other departments within Spotify (including marketing and comms) to realise local market goals and editorial priorities
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Contribute to the development of creative editorial formats that deepen user engagement and trust
Who You Are
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A minimum of 3+ years of experience in music programming, curation, culture journalism or a related role across digital, radio, music, TV or similar platforms
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Broad genre expertise with deep knowledge across Dance, Electronic and Hip-Hop looked on particularly favourably
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Strong understanding of Australian and New Zealand music culture, with the ability to read and forecast cultural trends globally
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Confident and engaging on camera, with the ability to talk about music with authority and authenticity for a broad audience
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Excellent written skills — able to craft sharp, compelling commentary on music and culture
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Deep understanding of digital content, social media and digital culture, with proven experience in engaging with young audiences online
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Proven experience using AI tools to drive process efficiency and enhance workflows
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Comfortable using data and analytics to inform editorial decisions and measure performance
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A keen eye for design and visual storytelling — understanding what makes compelling artwork and playlist imagery
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Detail-oriented, organised and able to manage a high volume of programming
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Collaborative, curious and energised by working at the intersection of music, culture and Technology
Work Arrangements
- This contract is based in Sydney, Australia
- While there is flexibility to work remotely, attendance at the Sydney office is expected approximately 3 days per week for in-person collaboration