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Universal Music Group

Media Buyer

New York, NY · On-site

$64K - $82K/yr

We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry ... Act as the primary digital media expert for US labels, buying, optimization, reporting and e ...

Umusic

Media Buyer

New York, NY

$64K - $82K/yr

We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry ... Act as the primary digital media expert for US labels, buying, optimization, reporting and e ...

The Cordish Companies

Talent Buyer

Nashville, TN · On-site

Must be able to target and acquire specific musical and entertainment acts based on the target ... buyers. * Negotiate offer details with music agents for artist performances. Gather all relevant ...

Sports & Social

Talent Buyer

Nashville, TN · On-site

Must be able to target and acquire specific musical and entertainment acts based on the target ... buyers. * Negotiate offer details with music agents for artist performances. Gather all relevant ...

Sports & Social

Talent Buyer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Must be able to target and acquire specific musical and entertainment acts based on the target ... buyers. * Negotiate offer details with music agents for artist performances. Gather all relevant ...

Xfinity Live!

Talent Buyer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Must be able to target and acquire specific musical and entertainment acts based on the target ... buyers. * Negotiate offer details with music agents for artist performances. Gather all relevant ...

The Cordish Companies

Talent Buyer

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Must be able to target and acquire specific musical and entertainment acts based on the target ... buyers. * Negotiate offer details with music agents for artist performances. Gather all relevant ...

Livenation

Insomniac - Talent Buyer

Calabasas, CA

Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at talent curation? Then you're in luck! We are looking for ... The Talent Buyer will manage all aspects of music booking: budgets, scheduling, contracts ...

Livenation

Insomniac - Talent Buyer

Calabasas, CA · On-site

Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at talent curation? Then you're in luck! We are looking for ... The Talent Buyer will manage all aspects of music booking: budgets, scheduling, contracts ...

Livenation

LN Concerts, Talent Buyer

Nashville, TN · On-site

These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs ... After years of developing successful sponsorship programs for events, Neste added the talent buying ...

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How much do music buyer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for music buyer in the United States is $68,384.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $79,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a music buyer?

A Music Buyer is responsible for purchasing music-related products, such as physical albums, digital downloads, or merchandise, for retail stores, online platforms, or distributors. They analyze market trends, negotiate deals with suppliers, and ensure that inventory aligns with customer demand. Music Buyers also collaborate with labels and artists to bring in new releases and exclusive offerings. Their goal is to maximize sales and keep up with industry trends to meet consumer expectations.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a music buyer?

As a Music Buyer, your day-to-day tasks often include researching current music trends, communicating with suppliers and distributors, negotiating pricing and purchase terms, and analyzing sales data to plan future purchases. You may also manage inventory to ensure shelves are well-stocked with in-demand titles and coordinate with marketing or store teams about upcoming releases. Collaboration with other departments, such as finance and logistics, is common to ensure a smooth supply chain. This variety in responsibilities offers dynamic challenges and opportunities to have a direct impact on what music reaches customers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a music buyer?

To thrive as a Music Buyer, you need strong knowledge of music genres, market trends, and vendor negotiation, often complemented by a background in music business or retail management. Familiarity with inventory management systems, sales analytics software, and digital music platforms is commonly required. Excellent communication, relationship-building skills, and attention to detail set top performers apart in this role. These qualities are crucial to ensure the right music products are sourced and stocked to maximize sales and meet customer demand.

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Infographic showing various Music Buyer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 32% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,384 per year, or $32.9 per hour.

Media Buyer

Universal Music Group

New York, NY • On-site

$64K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Universal Music Group rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 76 rated media

Job description

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
How we LEAD:
The Consumer Marketing Team at Universal Music Group is seeking an experienced media buyer for our growing in-house media team. This is a permanent, full-time position. Artist success is our ultimate metric, and what drives our mindset, skillset, and company culture. The ideal candidate for this position is passionate about the ever-changing media landscape and about MUSIC! We are looking for someone who is highly knowledgeable on all digital media outlets including paid search, social, programmatic, display, video, mobile as well as emerging media and new technology platforms. This position is responsible for the execution and day-to-day management of all media for all of UMG's US labels.
How you'll CREATE:
  • Act as the primary digital media expert for US labels, buying, optimization, reporting and eCommerce strategy.
  • Liaise with label planning teams to develop media strategies and campaigns
  • Execute, manage, and optimize digital media campaigns to maximize conversion value
  • Develop and manage paid eCommerce campaigns across social, search, native, programmatic and direct programs
  • Create custom audiences, book and optimize campaigns in Facebook, Twitter, Google Ad-words, and other DSPs
  • Possess strong technical understanding of programmatic audience buying
  • Understand pixel implementation on websites for data collection and conversion tracking
  • Identify target audiences and analyze their characteristics, behaviors, and media habits.
  • Monitor media buys to ensure all brand safety, ad fraud, and viewability standards are met or exceeded
  • Monitor media for pacing, delivery, placement, and flight date discrepancies and negotiates credit or billing adjustments when necessary
  • Research and record trends, innovations, and changes that affect media buying
  • Aid in educating the digital & marketing teams on best-practices and data driven techniques
  • Responsible for the preparation of insertion orders and placement of advertising with media vehicle, as applicable
  • Implement test initiatives such as landing page, A/B testing, multivariate testing, offer testing, as needed
  • Provide recommendations on landing pages, websites and overall user experience to optimize paid conversions

Bring your VIBE:
  • 2+ years' professional media-related/agency experience
  • 2+ years experience placing buys directly on media platforms, including Google Ads Manager, Meta Business Manager, TikTok Ads Manager, and other Social DSPs
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably with a concentration in advertising, marketing, business administration, or communications preferred
  • Proven experience driving eCommerce revenue growth and online lead generation with paid media
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to handle heavy workload, mediating many demands and requests with strong problem-solving drive
  • Knowledge and understanding of Google Shopping Campaigns, Facebook Catalog Manager, and Shopify
  • You build great relationships with clients, vendors, and reps
  • Proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Able to build compelling reports detailing campaign successes, ROI and learnings.
  • Familiarity/experience with Google Analytics or other analytics platforms(Domo, Datorama, etc.)
  • Passionate music fan

Perks Playlist:
Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren't just values-they're how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
  • Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
  • Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
  • 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
  • 2-weeks paid Winter Break
  • 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
  • Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
  • Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.
Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E-Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E-Verify, for example candidates on STEM-OPT.
For more information, please click on the following links.
E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish
E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish
Job Category:
Marketing, Streaming & Digital Media
Salary Range:
$49,410 - $80,000
The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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