VP, A&R Operations-

About Sony Music Entertainment

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We’ve played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We’ve nurtured some of music’s most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.

Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we’re committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.

The VP, A&R Operations responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to:

What you'll do:

Oversee the day-to-day Business Operations of the A&R department.  Including:

• Responsible for delivery of cleared audio to production by release date.  Attends weekly production meetings to report on audio status. Tracks release dates (and changes) & delivery deadlines.  Communicates and trouble shoots delivery issues with A&R, BA Admin, BA, Release planning. 
• Oversees sample clearance process with BA Admin. Responsible for submitting audio, pre-sample splits, lyrics, producer information to clear. Leading weekly sample meetings on release priorities and managing queries between BA Admin and A&R. Managing artist approval on sample terms. 
• Oversee label clearances for all signed side artists. Communicates clearance information, deadlines and updates to BA Administration. 
• Oversight of all credits and label copy
• Work with A&R and A&R Admin to confirm all terms (producer/writer/mixer, etc.) are agreed and papered.  Advising A&R Administration Department on confirmation of deliverables before back ends are paid to producers and mixers.
• Work closely with A&R Admin and A&R on recording budgets and reforecasts
• Work closely with A&R Admin and BA on option tracking and option decisions. 
• Analyze and oversee the Master verification and archiving process for Columbia.  Create recommendations on workflow and implementation.   
• Interfacing with IP (formerly copyright) on publishing clearances for covers, special clearances, split disputes. 
• Interfacing with the Content Protection team on any leaks and take down.  
• Working with Publicity department on yearly Grammy submissions.
• Oversee and approve all Travel and T&E requests for the A&R team 
• Coordinate agendas and schedules for the A&R Meetings 
• Communicating to the company about new signings and drop

Who you are:

• 7-10 years of experience in A&R Administration or A&R Operations department and aware of workflow/processes as it pertains to audio delivery and clearances.
• Leadership experience is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of clearances and audio technology.
• Must be able to manage deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and able to work with a sense of urgency.
• Great communication skills.
• Must be able to exercise judgement and make decisions.

What we give you:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day  
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best 
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching 
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans 
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.  
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next  
• Time off for a winter recess

Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.