In the dynamic world of music, SILO: Music is on the lookout for a seasoned and innovative A&R Representative to join its creative team. This role encompasses supporting artist development, managing client sessions, and handling administrative tasks. The ideal candidate should possess a profound love for music, an astute ability to identify new talent, a robust network within the industry, and meticulous attention to detail. Responsibilities include reviewing session requests, booking sessions, managing client calendars, registering released songs, communicating with clients, uploading songs, pitching to labels, scouting talent, cultivating industry relationships, spotting trends, and negotiating contracts. Qualifications required are at least 4-5 years of experience in relevant roles, strong connections within the industry, deep musical knowledge, creativity, project management skills, excellent communication, negotiation abilities, passion for music, and proficiency in technical tools.
The Role and Its Core Functions
This position involves a wide array of responsibilities that ensure the seamless operation of artist and client engagements. From evaluating incoming session requests to advising clients on competing opportunities, this role demands a comprehensive understanding of the music industry's nuances. Managing client schedules by keeping them busy with sessions, ensuring all information related to these sessions is accurately inputted into calendars, and reconfirming daily, the A&R Representative plays a pivotal role in maintaining smooth operations. Additionally, handling administrative tasks such as registering songs on release day, updating song information on platforms like DISCO, Spotify playlists, and Apple Music, and ensuring timely communication of updates to relevant parties, the A&R ensures that every aspect of the client’s work is meticulously managed.
Furthermore, the A&R Representative must excel in client communication, discussing competing session priorities, reviewing new ideas, tying up administrative items, and collecting necessary signatures on documents. They are also responsible for ingesting and cataloging incoming songs from clients, pitching these songs to label A&Rs and artist managers, and discovering new and emerging songwriters or producers to potentially sign to SILO: MGMT / PBLSH. Attending industry events, live shows, and festivals to scout talent further enhances the visibility and reach of the company. Cultivating relationships with other industry professionals, including A&Rs, managers, songwriters/producers, booking agents, and influencers, creates numerous opportunities for signed clients. Staying abreast of global music trends, technology advancements, and industry shifts allows the A&R to analyze emerging genres, markets, and potential opportunities for SILO: Music to tap into.
Qualifications and Why Join SILO: Music
To thrive in this role, candidates should bring a minimum of 4-5 years of experience in A&R, talent management, or similar positions within the music industry. An established network with key industry figures, a deep understanding of various music genres, and the ability to discern both emerging and established talent are essential. Creativity and vision are crucial for helping artists shape their sound and brand while maintaining a unique artistic identity. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines are vital. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary to effectively pitch and present artists and projects to internal teams and external partners. Comfort with negotiating contracts, royalties, and creative terms, along with a genuine passion for the music industry and eagerness to support emerging talent, round out the qualifications.
Joining SILO: Music offers a creative environment that values artistic expression and supports innovative and boundary-pushing music. As the company continues to expand, employees have the chance to grow alongside it, taking on new challenges and directly impacting the company’s future. Working with some of the most exciting emerging artists and seasoned industry professionals expands one's network and influence. Competitive salary packages, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional development make SILO: Music an attractive place to build a career. If you are passionate about music and eager to contribute to the growth of talented artists, this opportunity awaits you at SILO: Music.
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