Full-Time
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Duetti
11-50 employees
Acquires music catalogs from independent artists
Compensation Overview
$70k - $100kAnnually
Mid
New York, NY, USA
Hybrid position based in New York, NY.
- 4+ years of proven experience in an artist-facing position at a management company, record label or other music company
- Ability to navigate a high volume of new opportunities in a timely, organized and professional manner
- A passion and deep interest for the music industry, with an ability to quickly interpret deal structures and generate creative solutions to close deals
- Proven attention to detail, strong work ethic and enthusiasm for working in an early stage start-up environment which requires “self starters” and problem solvers.
- A high degree of organization, and an ability to juggle a large number of deals at once.
- Ability to lead, collaborate and work autonomously in a dynamic start-up team environment with a positive can-do attitude.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor’s Degree in music, media or related field
- Engage and identify new emerging artists suitable for Duetti’s unique financial solutions, developing a deep understanding of Duetti’s offering and how it compares to other financing solutions in the market
- Partner with the Head of Sourcing and Sourcing Managers to oversee all points of the sales cycle, including prospecting, negotiating, onboarding, and closing
- Create and execute strategic plans on how to generate new leads
- Nurture relationships with artists, managers, and other industry stakeholders
- Attend industry events, showcases, and conferences, representing Duetti and expanding our artist network
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution and integration of deals
- Stay updated with industry trends, competitor strategies, and emerging technologies in the music fintech space
Duetti specializes in acquiring music catalogs from independent artists, offering a clear and data-driven method for purchasing music tracks. Artists can sell their entire catalogs, individual tracks, or portions of their work, which provides them with immediate cash flow to support their careers. This approach not only helps artists financially but also allows them to revitalize their music through focused marketing strategies. Unlike many competitors, Duetti emphasizes transparency in transactions and aims to empower independent artists by giving them more control over their work. Founded by former executives from TIDAL and other streaming services, Duetti's goal is to democratize the music industry and ensure that artists receive fair and efficient deals.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$85.6M
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
N/A
6 month growth
↑ 11%1 year growth
↑ 50%2 year growth
↑ 225%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Duetti's recent $114M funding round positions it for significant growth and expansion in acquiring independent music catalogs.
- The company's data-driven approach to catalog acquisition and monetization offers artists financial empowerment and creative control.
- Duetti's strategic partnerships and funding from prominent investors like Nyca Partners and Roc Nation highlight its strong market potential.
What critics are saying
- The competitive landscape of music catalog acquisition is intense, with major players like Universal Music Group and Hipgnosis Songs Fund potentially overshadowing Duetti.
- Reliance on data-driven strategies may face challenges if data quality or analysis methods are compromised.
What makes Duetti unique
- Duetti's focus on independent artists and transparent, data-driven catalog acquisitions sets it apart from traditional music industry players.
- The company's leadership, comprised of former TIDAL and Apple Music executives, brings a wealth of industry experience and innovative approaches to music financing.
- Duetti's introduction of asset-backed securitization (ABS) for indie artists' music is a pioneering move in the music financing sector.
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