Sr. Director, Publishing A&R

Los Angeles, CA, United States

Come As You Are.

As the great Kurt Cobain* once said, "Come as you are." BMG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and we celebrate diversity in all forms. Equal opportunity runs deep in our core value of fairness and we are determined to create a truly inclusive work environment, where everyone can flourish. If you're good at what you do, come as you are.

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Sr. Director, Publishing A&R

Los Angeles, California

BMG is one of the largest global music publishers in the market, representing some of today's most successful artists, writers & producers. As part of BMG's Music Publishing team, you will be responsible for developing and furthering the careers of some of BMG's client roster.

You will be responsible for servicing a roster of songwriter clients. This includes setting up sessions for key label projects across the US market, doing A&R executive outreach on behalf of your assigned roster and pro-actively developing and executing strategies to create collaborations and place songs with commercial success in streaming & radio. Your role will include a significant portion of creative service as well as digital & administrative tasks like digital research, maintaining an up to date database of key label projects and release timelines.

What You'll Be Doing:

Song Pitching o/b/o assigned roster, and company roster

Setup writing sessions, and writing camps for key label projects

A&R label research (reaching out to label executives to get info on key projects)

Setup label meetings for songwriters & producers to meet with label executives

Collaborate with other A&R team members on upcoming and developing projects

Deliver songs to BMG's synch team prior to release (if possible)

Must-Haves:

Significant experience within Label A&R and/or Publishing A&R

Knowledge of key label and publishing executives

Knowledge of key songwriter & producer lanscape

What's In It For You:

Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid setup: 3 days in office, 2 days remote.

Experience peace of mind knowing that our comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage has got you covered.

Maximize your savings with our dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match of up to 6% after your first year.

Say goodbye to accruing vacation days or hitting a cap; take time off when you need it with our flexible time off policy!

Save money and time with our commuter benefits program.

Stay healthy and earn financial rewards with our fitness reimbursement program and wellness incentives.

Find your inner peace and boost your mental wellbeing with a complimentary subscription to the popular meditation app, Headspace.

Access well-being support 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Program.

Kick off your weekends early with Summer Fridays.

Unlock your potential with development opportunities, including mentorship programs and LinkedIn Learning.

Be inspired by our talented artists at our showcases and playbacks.

Pay Range:

$100,000 - $110,000 annual compensation

The pay range listed above is dependent upon factors such as work experience, qualifications and business needs. In addition to the range above, this role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and applicable benefits.

Are you interested? Follow the link to apply!

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BMG - est. 2008 - is the world's fourth-biggest music company, the first new global player in the music business of the streaming age, and a record label and music publisher in one. Named in 2020 one of the world's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company, BMG's pitch is unique - a relentless focus on fairness and transparency and service to its artist and songwriter clients. BMG's 20 offices across 12 core music markets now represent over three million songs and recordings, including many of the most renowned and successful catalogs in popular music history.

BMG's fresh approach includes production music, films, books, artist management, merchandise, neighboring rights, and live as well as music publishing and recordings off the same service platform. BMG is owned by international media, services and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House and the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr. With its multi-platform perspective, integrated technology platform and commitment to help artists maximize their income, BMG aims to be the best company in music to do business with. www.bmg.com

Company: BMG Rights Management (US) LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: California

City: Los Angeles

Postal Code: 90036

Job ID: 271495

Date: Jun 14, 2024

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