Manager, A&R Operations
Sony Music
Culver City, CAThis was removed by the employer on 10/12/2017 11:49:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
The Manager, A&R Operations, will act as the liaison between A&R, artists/management and a variety of others within Epic to ensure the successful and timely delivery of album releases by successfully accomplishing the following responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Oversees the delivery of each project including:
• Liaison between A&R, artist/management and all involved in recording process
• Manages the mixing and mastering process
• Coordinate sessions at recording studios
• Coordinates recording session related travel
• Negotiates competitive rates with studios, engineers, mixing, mastering
• Works with A&R Admin and Business Affairs on sample and side artist clearing
• Keeps possession and archives music
• Builds strong relationships with artist/management to ensure trust with music
• Reviews demos submitted
• Provides music to entire staff (promotions, marketing, licensing)
• Works with A&R Admin to make sure all invoices are paid in a timely manner
• Prepares music for company presentations
• Organizes Artist showcase
• Coordinates travel
• Helps with scheduling
• Represents the A&R staff in weekly meetings - business affairs, recording costs, scheduling
Qualifications
• College degree required.
• At least 2 years of prior A&R, Studio, or A&R Administration experience desired.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to pick-up computer systems/programs quickly.
• Solid understanding of accounting, budgets and other financial concepts.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong people and relationship building skills.
• Outstanding project management skills.
• Solid understanding of the recording process.
• Awareness about how to keep costs down and broker deals for cheaper rates.
• Prior experience working closely with artists and senior-level executives a plus.
• Flexibility with hours - Must be available to travel and attend evening showcases and recording sessions as required.