Coordinator, A&R

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
 

How we LEAD: 

We are currently seeking a self-motivated individual to support the A&R team. Key responsibilities would be administrative and operational support; book travel, manage expense reports, coordinate schedules, and other organizational support as required. In addition to those responsibilities, this role would help foster cross-departmental collaboration; facilitate communication externally with artists, managers, writers and personnel related to production; provide support in showcases, events, and projects as needed.

How you’ll CREATE: 

• Coordinate travel and necessary approvals for artists and A&R team
• Assist team in scheduling group meetings with artists, producers, managers, writers, and internal staff
• Prepare and maintain expense reports for A&R team
• Regular meeting prep and coordination including meeting of guests, food ordering, setting up meeting rooms and presentations, document prep and organization as directed
• Coordinate and assist in showcases, events and special projects as required
• Maintain a practical and technical working knowledge of the Capitol CMG release schedule and assist team in meeting key production deadlines
• Gather and compile data for regular reports for upper management team and A&R team
• Create an environment of trust and reliability with staff members, artists, and other outside individuals so they feel their requests/needs are being addressed in an efficient manner
• Attend regular A&R, staff, scheduling, promotions, marketing, and creative meetings to ensure strong communication with the entire label team
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Bring your VIBE: 

• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel
• Ability to balance and prioritize daily responsibilities and projects work in a fast-paced environment
• Agile and flexible with ability to easily adapt to change
• Knowledge of the Christian music industry
• Proven people and communication skills
• Ability to carry out tasks with limited supervision
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in the commercial music industry

Perks Playlist:

• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:

  • 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services

  • Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

  • A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants

  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

  • 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation

• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

  • 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

  • 2-weeks paid Winter Break

  • 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

  • Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

  • Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
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