Publishing Creative Director

About the role

The Creative Director will report directly to the Sr. Vice President of Publishing and will be involved in all creative aspects of Centricity’s publishing company. This role focuses on building artist relationships, overseeing writer development, and creating ministry and revenue-generating opportunities for the roster.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Centricity’s roster of staff writers and artist writers, establishing customized communication based on each songwriter’s needs.
• Provide vision casting, strategy, encouragement, and support for Centricity songwriters.
• Deliver constructive song feedback and critique to songwriters as appropriate.
• Work closely with internal and external A&R teams, producers, and managers to schedule strategic co-writes for Centricity songwriters.
• Connect songwriters with key industry players, including A&R, producers, and managers.
• Attend events to support Centricity Music artists and Publishing songwriters (e.g., concerts, writer rounds, showcases, award shows).
• Foster industry relationships by proactively engaging with A&R, publishers, producers, managers, artists, songwriters, and music supervisors.
• Represent Centricity Publishing at industry events (PRO Awards, Dove Awards, panels, mixers).
• Assist the Publishing Team in planning and executing writing camps and retreats.
• Identify and deliver revenue and ministry opportunities for Centricity Publishing and its songwriters.
• Manage songwriter calendars.
• Identify and sign new talent.
• Interpret basic terms of songwriter agreements.
• Analyze songwriter royalty statements.
• Perform additional publishing duties as they arise.

Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience in Creative Publishing or label A&R.
• Established industry relationships and demonstrated knowledge of the music business and creative process, specifically in songwriting.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Professionalism in handling confidential information.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Resourceful, proactive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive team player with a collaborative spirit.
• Proficient with Mac OS, iOS, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Long- and Short-Term Disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible PTO policy—employees are encouraged to take needed time, coordinated with their manager.
• 8 paid holidays, plus paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive parental leave policy for all parents.
• Remote work on Fridays.