Release Management Director
We're seeking an experienced and strategic Release Management Director to lead across the release and production function. Managing a small team, you will oversee the end-to-end delivery of global physical and digital releases across audio, video, and merchandise, from product conception through manufacturing and digital distribution.
This is a team lead role focused on operational excellence, workflow optimisation, sustainability, cost management, and supporting artists through outstanding release execution.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Release Management team, driving a culture of quality and continuous improvement
Oversee end-to-end production of physical, digital, and merchandise releases
Manage timelines, capacity planning, approvals, and global release schedules
Oversee metadata standards, label copy, asset management, and archival processes
Manage manufacturing and supplier relationships, negotiating costs and ensuring high-quality delivery
Own production budgets, cost control, and profitability optimisation
Drive sustainability initiatives and carbon reduction in physical manufacturing
Build strong relationships with internal teams, artists, and external partners
About You
Extensive experience in physical and digital release production within a record label
Strong knowledge of vinyl manufacturing, print production, metadata, and asset management
Proven team leadership and workflow design experience
Skilled in budgeting, cost control, and supplier negotiation
Highly organised, solutions-focused, and detail-oriented
Passionate about music, artist development, and operational excellence
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
