Serve as the Awards department expert and primary point of contact for assigned genres
Oversee the end-to-end genre-specific submission, screening, nomination, and voting processes in the assigned genres and Awards categories
Answer helpline calls during online entry process
Process, screen, and audit Awards entries in accordance with Awards department best practices
Assist in developing timetables and implementing departmental procedures
Cultivate and maintain a large array of professional relationships in the recording industry and with the volunteer committees that are a hallmark of the peer-to-peer Awards process
Assist with the online voting process
Participate in high-level projects as requested
Provide data status reports and feedback to management
Document business requirements and process flows
Lead and manage annual screening committee meetings in assigned genres to ensure genre integrity and eligibility compliance
Analyze trends, submissions, and voting data to recommend potential category updates, procedural refinements, or advocacy initiatives
Promote diverse, equitable, and inclusive community engagement
Educate current and aspiring members on Academy engagement
Collaborate with internal teams at the direction of the senior Awards leadership team to ensure genre accuracy and representation across all Awards-related systems and communications.
Build and sustain strong relationships with global music creators, producers, labels, managers, business professionals, associations, and cultural organizations across assigned genres
Develop and lead outreach and education initiatives, including presentations, webinars, panel discussions, and one-on-one meetings to promote understanding and engagement in the GRAMMY Awards process
Identify and engage emerging communities, independent creators, and underrepresented groups to expand participation in the Awards
Monitor and communicate to key Academy colleagues regarding the emerging issues affecting music creators in assigned genres, including legal, economic, and technological developments.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in music, media, or data management
7+ years’ experience in the music industry, ideally in roles related to a combination of the following: strong contextual knowledge of music and the recording process, artist relations, A&R, relationships with artists/songwriters/producers, and a strong background in specific music genres
Deep knowledge of one or more of the following music genres: Global Music, Gospel, Contemporary Christian Music, Children’s Music, Comedy, Audio Book, New Age, Ambient or Chant, and Contemporary Instrumental Music
Demonstrated familiarity with its history, key players, current trends, and global impact
Strong relationships within the music community with proven engagement and a trust-building track record.
Experience with project management, committee facilitation, judicious decision-making, and cross-functional team collaboration
Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect across cultures and industry sectors
Strong organization, collaboration, and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple high-stake projects simultaneously
A passion for music creators’ rights, equity, and inclusion within the industry
Availability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.