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Full-Time

Product Marketing Manager

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Posted on 8/9/2024

SoundCloud

SoundCloud

501-1,000 employees

Digital music streaming platform for creators

Consumer Software

Compensation Overview

$100k - $120kAnnually

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA

Category
General Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Marketing
Requirements
  • 4+ years in Product Marketing or a related field
  • Passion for the future of music and knowledge about music industry dynamics
  • Communication chops with a track record of presenting to both senior management and external audiences
  • Good judgment and an ability to handle complex situations with clarity and confidence
  • Strength in establishing good relationships, building trust and managing stakeholders
  • Overall adaptability and organization skills; comfort managing multiple projects and setting priorities
Responsibilities
  • Develop and execute product marketing strategies aligned with company objectives
  • Leverage internal and external data to identify audiences, trends, and competitive landscapes
  • Develop messaging and positioning that compels user behaviors and reaches into new marketing programs and campaigns
  • Lead the implementation of effective go-to-market plans for product and feature launches, holding stakeholders accountable to ensure successful execution
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and challenge peers to drive product success through said positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies
  • Drive the creation of marketing assets and product-related content
  • Serve as a key stakeholder in product pricing and packaging strategies to maximize revenue
  • Analyze product performance metrics and market feedback to optimize marketing strategies and visions beyond the actual launch moment
  • Provide guidance and support to internal teams and customers as a subject matter expert for the product portfolio
  • Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to inform product development and marketing initiatives
  • Research trends, risks and opportunities in the music industry and digital streaming
  • Establish expertise in and enable stakeholders on a set of verticals and audiences

SoundCloud is a digital music streaming platform that allows users to listen to over 265 million music tracks for free. It offers a free tier with ads and premium subscriptions like SoundCloud Go, which provide ad-free listening and offline access. The platform also features SoundCloud Premier, a program that enables artists to earn money from their tracks through ad revenue and fan support. SoundCloud aims to create a comprehensive platform that benefits both music consumers and creators.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$693.6M

Headquarters

Berlin, Germany

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

37%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • SoundCloud's partnerships with AI companies like Fadr, Soundful, and Voice-Swap enhance the platform's appeal to creators by offering advanced tools.
  • The platform's recent profitability milestone and predicted €2 million EBITDA for 2023 indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • SoundCloud's focus on spotlighting up-and-coming artists through new algorithms and playlists can drive user engagement and platform loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive music streaming market poses a constant threat to SoundCloud's market share and user retention.
  • SoundCloud's history of workforce reductions and ongoing sale preparations may create uncertainty and instability for employees.

What makes SoundCloud unique

  • SoundCloud's extensive library of over 265 million tracks sets it apart as one of the largest music repositories online.
  • The platform's unique artist monetization program, SoundCloud Premier, attracts a large community of creators by enabling them to earn from their tracks.
  • SoundCloud's recent introduction of AI-assisted tools and 'fan-powered' Buzzing Playlists highlights its commitment to innovation and supporting emerging artists.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as mental health resources

Robust 401k program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Generous professional development allowance

Interested in a gym membership, photography course or book? We have a Creativity and Wellness benefit!

Flexible vacation and public holiday policy where you can take up to 35 days of PTO annually

16 paid weeks for all parents (birthing and non-birthing), regardless of gender, to welcome newborns, adopted and foster children

Various snacks, goodies, and 2 free lunches weekly when at the office

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