A&R and Label Manager

2 months ago

London, United Kingdom Material Music Full time

ABOUT MATERIAL MUSIC

  • Established Legacy: 15 years of building a successful roster of record labels with a number of crossover dance hits, artist management and publishing.
  • Innovative Environment: Our forward thinking record labels are Future Disco, Needwant, Stress, and Dansu Discs.
  • Creative Hub: Hybrid working based at the iconic Ministry Of Sound in Elephant and Castle, London.
  • Passion: We are a team of music lovers and our aim is to spread the music we champion with passion, integrity and care. To help it encounter audiences and success and to constantly challenge ourselves to deliver outstanding campaigns and artists. 

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Flexible Work Culture: We offer hybrid working with three days in the office and two days from home.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a dynamic, young, passionate team of music and creative enthusiasts
  • Professional Development: We offer on-the-job training, assistance with further education, and career development courses.
  • Health and Wellness: Private health insurance and other fitness benefits.
  • Other Perks: Soho House memberships, guest-list for gigs and festivals, annual trips and socials including festivals and trips to Ibiza/Amsterdam and more.

 

THE JOB

Are you passionate about dance and electronic music and have a knack for discovering talented artists? The Material Music artist roster includes Bondax, Ekkah, Dan Whitlam, Capo Lee, Because of Art, Subtrax, Alinka, Leena Punks, lau.ra, Joseph Ashworth, and many more. 

As the A&R and Label Manager, you will play a pivotal role in scouting, signing, and developing new talent while overseeing the day-to-day operations of our labels. If you’re ready to dive into the vibrant and varied worlds of our label roster then this is the role for you.

At Material we believe in putting artists first and quality over quantity. You will have the opportunity to make a significant difference in an artist’s career through the signings you make and the support you provide. We prioritise nurturing talent, both internally and externally and fostering creative growth, making us an ideal platform for emerging and established artists to thrive.

You’ll enjoy a combination of work-from-home and office days.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

  • Location: Preferably live in/near London, or able to travel to London easily. Candidate has to be available to work in the office, full time remote is sadly not an option. 
  • Passion: Strong passion for dance and electronic music and a deep understanding of the genres / scene.
  • Experience: Minimum 2 year’s experience at a music company, ideally in an A&R position – record label, management company or music publisher with a proven track record in working / signing recording artists. 
  • Contacts: A wide range of music industry contacts from artists to media. 
  • Multi-tasker: Ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
  • Management: Experience managing deadlines, individuals or teams.
  • Team Player: A strong team player and strong communicator both written and verbally who enjoys being across lots of different projects. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build and maintain relationships with industry contacts including artists, managers, and other labels.
  • Supporting the writing, recording, production, mixing, and mastering process for new and existing artists.
  • Commissioning remixes and additional content.
  • Working with our new and existing artists to develop a clearly defined long-term vision for success.
  • Monitor and analyse social media metrics to make data-driven decisions.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and developments to capitalize on new opportunities.
  • Scout and identify emerging and established artists in the dance and electronic music scene.
  • Negotiate and confirm contract terms with artists and management teams
  • Manage the release schedule and support promotional campaigns for new music releases with creative ideas and conception. 
  • Collaborate with artists to develop their sound and enhance their fan bases. 
  • Oversee the distribution of music across various platforms, ensuring timely and effective release strategies.
  • Other roles and responsibilities which may arise which would reasonably be expected of the position.

 

Please note we will only be considering applicants who can clearly demonstrate the minimum requirement of 2 years working at a music company. 

 

www.materialmusic.net 

Please apply with a CV and cover letter.

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