Context:

We are currently looking for a Senior Communications Manager DACH to join Deezer’s growing communications team. This role will be instrumental in developing and implementing communication strategies and initiatives to support the brand development and awareness in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You will be based in our Berlin office and work closely with the local team of talented social media professionals. 

You will be involved in all aspects of Deezer’s external communications, including our product and entertainment PR, social media and influencer activities, strategic messaging and storytelling, and tactics as well as KPI setting and tracking. You will help us make sure that Deezer continues to stand out in the media as an innovator and industry leader. You will work closely with our global Communications teams, as well as Deezer’s Product, Marketing, Editorial and Artist Relations teams.

What you will do:

• Drive growth across PR and social media KPIs, manage a wide range of communication projects and support the local market with best in class PR

• Drive strategic development and implementation of communications strategies, including for our social media channels.

• Be part of setting and delivering on relevant KPIs that are closely aligned with the company’s marketing strategy and goals

• Manage supplier and agency relationships related to PR, and maintain a network of best-in class service and product providers who can support Deezer’s communication objectives

• Proactively look for opportunities to promote Deezer’s brand and story in B2C and B2B media through an active and evolving communications program

• Promote Deezer’s artist, product, brand and B2B news to the right audiences

• Manage the schedule of proactive integrated communications initiatives that position Deezer optimally with our stakeholders

• Be responsible for the project management and production of Deezer’s local PR announcements, stories and newsletters

• Work closely with a wide range of teams at Deezer, including editorial, product and artist relations

• Oversee Deezer’s public speaking programme to make sure that we tell our story in the best way when colleagues represent Deezer at events 

• Project manage creative communication campaigns in close alignment with Deezer’s global and local brand and marketing team 

• Work to promote Deezer as a thought leader in the music and tech industries, joining events, looking for speaking opportunities for Deezer spokespeople, and sponsoring and promoting events to create buzz in the market

• Collaborate with a local team of communication professionals and an external PR agency

Life @ Deezer in Berlin

• A dynamic start-up environment with an at home vibe and a highly motivated and product-focused team ready to drive innovation
• Seasonal parties and regular team events
• Centrally located office in Berlin Mitte
• Hybrid Remote Work Policy with regular home office days
• A stocked kitchen with free drinks and snacks
• Free French language online courses
• Lunch vouchers
• Dog-friendly office

We are an equal opportunity employer

What we are looking for:

• Fluent in German and English with exceptional written and oral communication skills

• 5+ years of experience in PR and Social Media in the tech and/or entertainment industry

• Bachelor’s/Master's degree – preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field

• Expert understanding of PR / Social Media best practice and work flows and an ability to drive complex projects independently

• A proven track record in creating and executing successful communications strategies and programmes

• Strong network of contacts among German-speaking Tech and/or Entertainment media and key opinion leaders

• A collaborative team player who knows how to work across a wide range of teams and cultures to achieve outstanding results

• Previous experience in managing agency teams

• Hands-on communicator who loves to ensure that all of Deezer’s communication lives up to the highest standards

• A structured thinker who can identify and act on creative PR and social media opportunities and who is always looking for new ideas

• Previous experience of working in an international matrix organization a big plus

• Passion for music, pop culture, social media and entertainment news