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Marriott International

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Marketing
  • Dubai

AI generated summary

  • You must present professionally, maintain repertoire, have DJ skills, strong local music connections, event experience, communication skills, and basic computer knowledge.
  • You will curate music, maintain a fresh repertoire, perform as a Resident DJ, promote events on social media, and provide creative content while ensuring equipment is well-maintained.

Requirements

  • Professional appearance – The artist will provide at their own expense an adequate amount of appropriate professional clothing for the presentation of their performance.
  • Performance standards – The artist agrees to deliver performances to the best of their ability at all times. Sub standard, inappropriate or unpleasant quality performances may be met with termination of the agreement after 7days notice.
  • Repertoire – The Hotel requires and the Artist agrees to maintain an adequately up to date repertoire, necessary to satisfy the musical appetites of the general audience and to suite the various concepts created to generate business within WOOBAR.
  • The Artist is only permitted to perform as a Resident DJ at W Dubai The Palm and not at any other venue. For any collaterals produced for use at other venues with reference to W Dubai The Palm the DJ must seek written approval by the Music Curator.
  • As a resident Dj of the Hotel the artist is required to ensure all equipment and property of the Hotel is used for its intended purpose at all times.
  • The Artist must always ensure the Hotel’s equipment that is provided is well maintained and should the equipment require any servicing it is the responsibility of the Artist to inform the Artistic director immediately.
  • Profile required:
  • Education:
  • Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High School or equivalent, college degree preferred.
  • Experience:
  • Experience working in a lifestyle-related business or environment would be a highly positive attribute.
  • Job Specific knowledge & Skills:
  • Excellent networking and communications skills
  • Excellent and in-depth knowledge of the local music scene
  • Connections and strong network with local tastemakers in the music community
  • Expert in communicating through all relevant social media mediums, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter and have substantial following
  • Must be able to DJ
  • Versatile background and experience that extend beyond DJ’ing (e.g., entertainment, PR, marketing)
  • Excellent talent negotiation skills and experience
  • Past experience in event-planning and promotions
  • Music Producer/Production experience preferred
  • A genuine personal interest in lifestyle events and information that is close to W’s core values and brand positioning (beyond solely music)
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem resolution skills with an outgoing personality and ability to work as part of a team
  • Excellent communication and organization skills – ability to handle multiple tasks at once and follow-up whenever needed
  • Good computer skills, preferably including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Photoshop/InDesign a plus) Basic English

Responsibilities

  • Report to the EAM with a dotted line to Music Curator on the above services and work closely with the marketing department of the Hotel to build The Hotels reputation for new and next music.
  • Professional appearance – The artist will provide at their own expense an adequate amount of appropriate professional clothing for the presentation of their performance.
  • Performance standards – The artist agrees to deliver performances to the best of their ability at all times. Sub standard, inappropriate or unpleasant quality performances may be met with termination of the agreement after 7days notice.
  • Repertoire – The Hotel requires and the Artist agrees to maintain an adequately up to date repertoire, necessary to satisfy the musical appetites of the general audience and to suite the various concepts created to generate business within WOOBAR.
  • The Artist is only permitted to perform as a Resident DJ at W Dubai The Palm and not at any other venue. For any collaterals produced for use at other venues with reference to W Dubai The Palm the DJ must seek written approval by the Music Curator.
  • As a resident DJ of the Hotel the artist is required to ensure all equipment and property of the Hotel is used for its intended purpose at all times.
  • The Artist must always ensure the Hotel’s equipment that is provided is well maintained and should the equipment require any servicing it is the responsibility of the Artist to inform the Artistic director immediately.
  • The Artist will to the best of their ability promote all activities at the Hotel via social media, including but not limited to Facebook, Weibo, Twitter, Instagram, etc. this includes inviting their online fan bases to the Hotel’s happenings.
  • On a weekly basis, the Artist will provide material and creative content for consideration of the Hotel to use on the WOOBAR Facebook page.
  • The Artist will produce minimum one mix per month for uploading on Sound cloud or other online audio platforms for the promotion of W music and the Hotel.
  • Promotional information – The Hotel reserves the right to all signage, promotional collateral, including publicity photography. The Artist grants the Hotel unrestricted and irrevocable rights to use any photography or images arising from this agreement.
  • Upon signing of the Agreement, the Hotel may begin to use the Artists name for promotional purpose.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is W Music Curator.

Where is the W Music Curator position located?

The position is located at W Dubai - The Palm, West Crescent, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

What type of employment is this position?

This is a full-time management position.

Who does the W Music Curator report to?

The W Music Curator reports to the EAM (Executive Assistant Manager) with a dotted line to the Music Curator.

What are the key responsibilities of the W Music Curator?

Responsibilities include maintaining a current repertoire, delivering high-quality performances, promoting hotel activities via social media, and producing mixes for online platforms.

Is the W Music Curator allowed to perform at other venues?

No, the W Music Curator is only permitted to perform as a Resident DJ at W Dubai The Palm and must seek written approval for collateral referencing the hotel for other venues.

What educational background is preferred for this position?

A college degree is preferred, but any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge and skills is acceptable.

What kind of experience is beneficial for a W Music Curator?

Experience working in a lifestyle-related business or environment is considered a highly positive attribute.

What skills are essential for the W Music Curator role?

Essential skills include excellent networking and communication skills, in-depth knowledge of the local music scene, social media proficiency, DJ skills, and good organization.

Are there any promotional responsibilities for the W Music Curator?

Yes, the W Music Curator is responsible for providing promotional content, engaging with online fan bases, and granting the hotel rights to use photography and signage.

Is experience in music production preferred for this role?

Yes, music producer/production experience is preferred for the W Music Curator position.

Does the position require good computer skills?

Yes, good computer skills are required, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; knowledge of Photoshop/InDesign is a plus.

What is W Hotels' mission?

W Hotels' mission is to ignite curiosity, expand worlds, and create a place to experience life while encouraging innovation and new experiences.

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Marriott International

Travel & Leisure
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Marriott International, Inc. is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of nearly 8,300 properties under 30 leading brands spanning 138 countries and territories. Its heritage can be traced to a root beer stand opened in Washington, D.C., in 1927 by J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. Community Guidelines: We reserve the right to remove without any notice content that we determine in our sole discretion is offensive or illegal, contains personally identifiable information, trademarks or copyrights belonging to a third party, advertises a third party’s products or services, or is otherwise inappropriate. Application Tips: We encourage job seekers to protect themselves from email and recruiting scams. Please note: 1) We do not accept applications via email or fax; 2) We never ask for money as part of the application process; 3) We only contact job applicants from approved email domains.

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