Assistant, A&R

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant, A&R

A little bit about our team:

The A&R department at Warner Records is the creative department responsible for both finding and developing musical artists to sign as well as producing artists and driving creative content for all forms of media.

Your role:

You will handle all administrative aspects of work for multiple A&R executives, as well as more detailed project management and independent projects on various levels. Requires a committed, flexible, proactive, organized, and independent person who is willing to engage in typical administrative/clerical duties as well as more complex project work related to all aspects of the record-making process.

Here you'll get to:
• Provide administrative and office support activities for A&R executives
• Receive and direct visitors and make the office a welcoming environment.
• Coordinate calendars, scheduling, and meeting logistics
• Prepare written correspondence and communicate internally and to third parties (producers, artist managers, lawyers, etc.)
• Coordinate travel for executives and artists
• Process and supervise T&E expenses
• Process packages and mail
• Book studio time (production, mixing, mastering)
• Log and respond to demo submissions
• Compile, manage and keep track of all music (demos, roughs, mixes, etc.) in Box or other appropriate systems
• Attend artist team meetings with managers and internal label staff
• Assemble all copy and credits for single and album releases
• Use online tools such as Luminate and Sodatone to research and analyze data on signed and unsigned artists
• Liaise with A&R administration to coordinate delivery of mixes and masters as well as handle payment of invoices and studio sessions.
• File audio content and artist info (lyrics, credits, tour schedules, etc.)
• Be responsible for maintaining/ordering general office supplies and inventory
• Coordinate and attend shows and showcases of both signed and unsigned artists
• Coordinate recording sessions, writing sessions, writing camps, and related travel

About you:
• You have up to 2 years of administrative experience
• Strong understanding of recording, production, and creative side of the business
• General knowledge of key industry players and familiarity with all genres of music
• Experience in or solid understanding of the music industry
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines, prioritizing tasks with a sense of urgency
• Handle confidential matters appropriately and with discretion
• Strong attention to detail and able to accurately file and maintain music library
• Ability to pinpoint problems and determine solutions
• Expertly collaborate with all levels of the organization, clients, and vendors

We'd love it if you also had:
• Undergraduate degree
• Experience with Google Workspace

About us:

As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world's premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalogue of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands.

Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.

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This position will require being in the office a minimum of 4 days a week. We believe that an in-office presence is critical for talent development, collaboration and building strong relationships.

Links to relevant documents:

2025 Benefits At A Glance final.pdf

EVerify Participation Poster.pdf

Right To Work .pdf

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-bxwpmo-3-142-208-250-42 in your application.