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Motown Records introduced at the moment that music government and alter agent Jamila Thomas has joined the label’s advertising management as Vice President, Artist Marketing, efficient instantly. In this position, Thomas will oversee advertising methods and campaigns throughout Motown’s roster of artists and companions. In addition, she’s going to function a thought chief for the label and lead advertising initiatives for Motown’s newly relaunched historic spoken phrase imprint, Black Forum. Thomas may even proceed her work as co-founder of the worldwide initiative #TheShowMustBePaused.
Ethiopia Habtemariam, Chairman and CEO of Motown mentioned in making the announcement, “Jamila is a confirmed and passionate advocate for artists and an extremely proficient marketer who operates from a spot of true ardour for music, tradition and neighborhood. Motown is residence to a few of the most prolific and impactful voices of our time, together with these of our artists, companions and executives, and we’re excited to welcome her to our staff.”
Brian Nolan, EVP Motown and Motown Marketing, mentioned, “Throughout her profession, Jamila has demonstrated her understanding and skill to construct and execute campaigns that assist artists join with followers around the globe. She has unimaginable instincts and imaginative and prescient as a marketer, and I’m thrilled to welcome her to Motown’s advertising staff.”
Jamila Thomas mentioned, “Music has at all times impressed me and Motown has not solely offered the soundtrack to a few of the best, and most defining moments in music historical past, however it has additionally launched the careers of a few of music’s most iconic and impactful artists, songwriters and entrepreneurs spanning greater than six a long time. It’s an unimaginable honor to hitch this legendary label and the forward-thinking management that continues to redefine and influence tradition around the globe. I need to thank Ethiopia and Brian for the chance to be a part of this staff that helps write the subsequent chapter of Motown’s legacy.”
Most lately, Thomas served as Senior Director of Marketing at Atlantic Records, the place she efficiently labored on campaigns for growing and established artists together with Ugly God, Pardison Fontaine, PNB Rock, DRAM and Don Q, amongst others. Prior to Atlantic, Thomas was Head of Marketing at Asylum Records.
Today’s announcement marks a return to Universal Music Group for Thomas, the place her earlier work at Def Jam included her instrumental position within the album campaigns for Jhene Aiko’s Sailing Soul(s), Pusha T’s My Name is My Name and Big Sean’s Hall of Fame, amongst others, earlier than becoming a member of Cash Money Records. At Cash Money, Thomas helped navigate breaking acts together with Jacquees, whereas engaged on campaigns for famous person artists corresponding to Drake and Nicki Minaj.
In the wake of the worldwide pandemic and social injustices, each throughout the U.S and the world, Thomas co-founded #TheShowMustBePaused, a worldwide initiative that addresses inequities, racism and social injustices. Billboard named Thomas and her accomplice the journal’s 2020 Executive of the Year for launching the motion and serving to to spur significant motion throughout the music business.
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