A&R Manager 0677

Our client, a hugely successful record label specialising in copyright free music, is seeking an expert A&R Manager to oversee the A&R team’s activities. The role offers WFH on Mondays and Fridays.

Key responsibilities will include:

· Managing the A&R team.

· Executing a competitive strategy in artist signings with the team, and working with the Head of Music regarding new music signing decisions.

· Identifying and nurturing emerging and established artists.

· Developing a strong artist roster.

· Taking responsibility for the A&R budget for acquiring new music.

· Negotiating high-priority deals for new artist signing and existing roster deals.

· Working with the marketing team to identify priorities.

· Setting clear expectations with artists and fostering good communication.

· Maintaining an accurate awareness of market trends and the company’s audience niche.

Requirements:

· Proven track record in prospecting artists.

· Existing network of high-level artists, writers, and producers.

· Substantial experience working at a music company, record label, management company, or music publisher.

· Knowledge of the music industry, label competitors, and the company’s genre.

· Possess an understanding of music rights, recording and publishing agreements, and copyright.

· Able to maintain positive relationships with artists, songwriters, layers, and external partners.

· Experience managing a team.

· Able to negotiate and resolve disputes in a professional setting.

· Content to work independently and use organisational skills to manage workload.

· Able to work to deadlines under time pressure.

Please note that due to the volume of submissions, only successful candidates who meet the exact requirements will be contacted. If you have not heard back within 10 days of submission, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

The Music Market/Arts and Media are an equal opportunities employer who supports diversity in the workplace.