Sr. Director of International Relations
Country Music AssociationNashville, TN
The Country Music Association seeks a relationship-oriented, well-organized and experienced music industry professional to lead our international efforts on behalf of the CMA and the industry. The position works closely with the International Committee and Leadership of the CMA Board of Directors as well as the CEO and senior staff of CMA in developing and executing the CMA International strategic initiatives. Work will include a high level of relationship development and maintenance in the Music Community in Nashville as well as in key markets around the globe. The position will require a high level of independent work as well as the ability to motivate and collaborate with colleagues in other departments. Key to the position will be developing and delivering regular progress reports on work, impact and key activities against benchmarks
Our team is small, tech-savvy, and very efficient. While we certainly synergize as an organization, the International Relations position needs someone who is reliable and can work independently without supervision for extended periods of time. By nature, this person needs to be a self-starting, initiative-taking, hard-working person with energy and stamina, with an inclination to take responsibility and own a process rather than waiting to be told what to do. Ours is a fast-paced environment and we presume that everyone will always demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
CMA Foundation
· Work actively with Board of Directors on Developing and Executing CMA’s International Strategy
· Liaison regularly with Label, Agency and Management contacts to develop and coordinate Industry Touring and release calendars to tracks international Country Music Activities in Key Territories
· Develop new growth strategies/tactics to expand measurable impact
· Develop new and deeper relationships in key international growth markets
· Work with Industry Contacts and CMA Staff to develop and track key Benchmarks/ROI metrics for international plan. Maintain updates and report to Board at regular intervals
· Develop deep relationships in priority markets to strengthen Country Music and represent the CMA market growth strategies
· Work with CEO, SVP of Business Affairs and Marketing on International TV distribution expansion strategies as well as marketing of the properties and growth initiatives
Other CMA Activities
· Work with current staff on international Songwriter tour plan and manages growth and new strategies accordingly.
· Collaborate closely with marketing team on designated campaigns
· Provide feedback on international membership initiatives
· Hire interns or temp staff as needed for International team
· Assist CMA team with creating and adhering to all department budgets
· Collaborate as part of CMA’s Sr. Management Team on a variety of industry initiatives
· Other responsibilities as assigned.
General Office
· Provides support, as needed, for various meetings, events and programs.
· Performs additional duties, as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
· Minimum ten years’ experience in a related music industry field with a minimum of 3 years international experience highly preferred.
· Current Passport and willingness/ability to travel internationally and domestically as needed.
· Experience working with board members and volunteers is preferred.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Exceptional interpersonal, time management and organizational skills.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office
Please submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to
The Country Music Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer.