Social Media & Global Digital Marketing Manager (Freelance)

Social Media & Global Digital Marketing Manager (Freelance)

Join PHONO SOUNDS UK

PHONO SOUNDS UK is an independent record label, publisher, distributor and events company specialising in Dance and Electronic Music. We’re looking for a passionate, creative and results-driven Social Media & Global Digital Marketing Manager to help grow our artists, releases, events and global community.

If you live and breathe electronic music, understand digital culture, and know how to build audiences through engaging content and strategic marketing, we’d love to hear from you.

Location

London, UK (Remote)

Job Type

Freelance, Part-Time

Working Hours

Monday, Wednesday & Friday
10:00am – 2:00pm (Flexible) more hours added if needed by approval

Salary

£15–£20 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for increased responsibility and long-term progression based on performance.

Start Date

Immediate

About the Role

As our Social Media & Global Digital Marketing Manager, you’ll take ownership of our digital presence across the label, artists and events. You’ll develop creative marketing campaigns, manage social media channels, grow online communities and help maximise the success of our music releases.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to play an active role in a growing independent record label with the freedom to contribute ideas and shape marketing strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing

Artist Marketing

Develop and execute creative marketing campaigns for new releases.

Create long-term artist development strategies.

Work closely with artists, designers and the label team to deliver engaging campaigns.

Social Media Management

Manage all social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X, YouTube and LinkedIn.

Plan content calendars and publish engaging content.

Write compelling captions, articles and promotional copy.

Monitor trends and adapt strategies to maximise engagement.

Digital Marketing

Plan, manage and optimise Meta and Google advertising campaigns.

Analyse campaign performance and produce clear reports.

Recommend improvements based on data and audience behaviour.

Audience Growth

Grow and engage our audience across:

Website

Spotify

YouTube

Newsletter

WhatsApp Community

Discord

Other emerging platforms Event Marketing

Promote club events and live shows.

Drive ticket sales through digital campaigns.

• Coordinate promotional content before and after events. Community Management

Build strong relationships with fans and artists.

Manage online communities and encourage meaningful engagement.

Maintain an active and authentic brand voice.

Optimise artist and release pages for search engines.

Streaming & Music Marketing

Optimise Spotify for Artists profiles.

Develop playlist pitching strategies.

Increase streaming performance across digital platforms.

About You

You’ll be someone who is passionate about Dance and Electronic Music and genuinely understands today’s digital landscape.

You should have:

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Social Media and Digital Marketing (music industry preferred).

Excellent copywriting and communication skills.

Experience managing multiple campaigns simultaneously.

Strong understanding of Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, X and emerging social platforms.

Experience running Meta Ads and Google Ads.

Knowledge of Google Analytics, Spotify for Artists and social media insights.

Experience with email marketing platforms such as Mailchimp or OpenStage.

Experience using WhatsApp marketing tools.

Experience managing Discord servers or online communities.

Good understanding of SEO and website content management.

Strong organisational and project management skills.

A proactive attitude with the confidence to work independently.

A genuine passion for Dance and Electronic Music.

Desirable

Experience working with:

Independent record labels

Music distribution

Music publishing

Club promotions

Event marketing

Influencer marketing

Video editing

Canva, Capcut or Adobe Creative Suite

What We Offer

Fully remote working.

Flexible working hours.

Opportunity to work with exciting artists and releases.

Creative freedom and the chance to shape campaigns from concept to launch.

A collaborative and supportive working environment.

Long-term opportunities as the label continues to grow.

Our Values

Communication

Creativity

Transparency

Accountability

Results Driven

Passion

Positivity

Resilience

How to Apply

Please send us:

Your CV

A personalised cover letter

Links to your portfolio

Examples of social media campaigns you’ve managed

Your showreel (if applicable)

Applications without examples of previous work will not be considered.

Application Question

What attracts you to working in Dance and Electronic Music, and why do you believe you’re the right fit for PHONO SOUNDS UK?

Equal Opportunities

PHONO SOUNDS UK is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, disability or any other protected characteristic.

This job description outlines the main responsibilities of the role. As a growing business, responsibilities may evolve over time to meet the needs of the company.