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TikTok Music Director Ollie Wards Departs for New Ventures
12 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Ollie Wards is leaving TikTok after five and a half years.
- He led music strategy and artist relations for Australia and New Zealand.
- Wards is open to new opportunities starting in 2026.
Ollie Wards, who has been the director of music for Australia and New Zealand at TikTok since August 2020, is set to leave the company. He announced his departure after an impactful five-and-a-half-year tenure, during which he spearheaded TikTok's music strategy and fostered relationships with artists within the creator community.
Wards' contributions at TikTok include building the platform's first radio station with iHeart, organizing unique simulcast concerts, and producing high-profile live music events. He is recognized for his artist-first approach and dedication to promoting domestic talent on a global scale.
Prior to his role at TikTok, Wards held significant positions at triple j, the national youth broadcaster. As he moves on, Wards is looking ahead and has stated he will be available for new business opportunities from 2026 onwards.
