Manager, A&R Administration

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Manager, A&R Administration to work closely with A&R, Business & Legal Affairs, and Production Department.
If you enjoy spreadsheets, numbers, showing off your organizational skills, and assisting the creative A&R process from behind the scenes, this is the perfect job for you. Your days will include tracking important delivery paperwork, collecting and distributing audio, accounts payable activity, collaborating with artist/producer management, troubleshooting budget concerns with A&R, providing accurate and timely information to Senior Management and so much more.
How you'll CREATE:
• Work closely with A&R department during the recording process to ensure projects are turned in within delivery deadlines,
• Analyzing and administering the recording budgets for an entire roster of recording projects in a variety of music genres.
• Managing all aspects of the Accounts Payable process in relation to recording budgets.
• Providing excellent customer service both internally and externally to all stakeholders throughout the recording process; ensuring timely payment, accuracy, and guidance throughout.
• Filing and processing of all union-related (SAG-AFTRA & AFM) contracts as applicable.
• Budget analysis, creation, and reforecasting.
• Manage Accounts Payable activity along with the corporate finance teams.
• Gathering sample and side artist required paperwork to ensure music is cleared for release into the marketplace.
• Liaise with senior management and A&R regarding the recording process and creative plan.
• Collaborate with A&R to issue Purchase Orders, authorize expenditures and travel.
• Collaborate with A&R to setup recording & mastering sessions, coordinating studio, engineers, and talent.
• Gather tax forms and union paperwork to ensure compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Prepare reports and project summaries as requested by various departments.
• Provide information as requested by the Royalties team.
• Assist Finance with monthly financial forecasting of project spend.
• Ensure accurate record keeping for the purposes of proper documentation to indemnify the corporation.
• Collect, deliver, and vault audio masters for each project.
• Work with the production department in the preparation and editing of label copy and approving packaging
• Deliver final audio and meta data to Production Department to meet deadlines
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Bring your VIBE:
• Able to quickly gain proficiency in the proprietary systems (i.e., Uniport, Studio Hub, ETA).
• Excellent understanding of basic Accounts Payable procedures.
• Familiarity with budgeting, preferably in the recording industry.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel (using financial formulas and creating spreadsheets), Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.
• Superior organizational, detail oriented and time-management abilities.
• Ability to multi-task effectively, prioritize, and work accurately under pressure of deadlines with various interruptions and a sense of urgency.
• Being persistent and follow-through to achieve goals
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A problem solver with the ability to anticipate issues before they arise and adjust accordingly
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an A&R Administration or similar role. Experience in music recording process
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.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.
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Job Category:
Finance & Accounting

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-neenn3-216-73-216-50-42 in your application.