Sr. Director, A&R

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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*BMG is the proud representative of Kurt Cobain’s publishing catalogue, including the 1992 single ‘Come As You Are’.

Sr. Director, A&R

Nashville, Tennessee

As Senior Director of A&R, your mission is to discover and develop exceptional musical talent, while fostering a creative and collaborative environment that empowers artists to express their unique voices and achieve their full potential. Your key responsibilities include guiding artists’ creative direction and maximizing their commercial success in the music industry. At BMG, we aim to curate a diverse and innovative roster that resonates with audiences and contributes to the evolution of the music industry as a whole.

What You’ll Be Doing.

• Provide artistic guidance for artist development.
• Scout and discover new and emerging talent in the music industry.
• Efficiently manage projects from start to finish and meet required deadlines.
• Manage budget for projects.  
• Organize tasks and manage time effectively. 
• Select appropriate songs for projects.
• Maintain existing and cultivate new industry relationships in Nashville, LA, and other territories.
• Demonstrate expertise in multiple music genres, including but not limited to: Country, Pop, & Rock.
• Oversee the production process to ensure music aligns with the artist's vision and is of the highest quality.
• Communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.

Must Haves.

• Deep understanding of and proven experience in the music industry.
• Demonstrated experience in the Country genre, additional experience in Pop and Rock is appreciated.
• Experienced in artist development.
• Proven ability to effectively manage time, tasks, and projects.
• Experience curating songs for artists.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in budget management.
• Demonstrated success in scouting and signing artists or groups.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Familiarity with using analytics for decision making.

Nice-to-Haves.

• Recording studio knowledge.
• Production & mixing experience.
• Understanding of AI technology and its potential in the music industry.

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.
• 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.

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: Tennessee 

City: Nashville 

Postal Code: 37203 

Job ID: 278994