Director, A&R, Frontline Catalog

Job Description

Job Title: Director, A&R, Frontline Catalog

A little bit about our team:

As a key player of the Global Catalog A&R team, you will get to develop, produce and execute frontline shallow catalog release plans for physical formats, audio/visual products, digital releases, new online content, playlists, streaming strategy and other various related products.

Your role:

Execute the full A&R lifecycle for frontline shallow catalog artists (both on and off roster) from research through the production process to release across multiple genres (including, but not limited to: Hip-hop, R&B, Pop, Rock, Alternative, Metal, Country, Latin, and Dance).

Here you'll get to:
• Create new and impactful ways to drive consumption, revenue and relevance of shallow catalog by exploring the latest innovations in the marketplace.
• Create physical and digital product plans and release configurations, repertoire selection, liner notes, artwork elements and design, post production and mastering in conjunction with the assigned Global Product Manager.
• Develop content for video platforms across artists and genres with a firm understanding of video production and high-resolution video products.
• Set and monitor production plans in conjunction with assigned Global Product Manager, Creative and Production teams.
• Work with product management to develop marketing materials, strategies, marketing plans and campaigns.
• Develop and maintain relationships with high-level industry contacts (managers, agents, attorneys, etc.).
• Partner cross-functionally with other label departments including Marketing, Publicity, Promotion, and Commerce on artist/album projects both domestically and internationally.
• Liaise with Business Affairs and Finance to ensure approvals and workable P&Ls. Be accountable for project expenditures & budgets.

About you:
• Minimum five years' experience with catalogue repertoire.
• A proven track record of initiating, managing, and successfully completing the all relevant aspects of recorded music releases and projects with a thorough understanding of the Catalog music business vs Frontline.
• Extensive knowledge of both Warner Music Group and other labels' catalogues in the US and internationally.
• Current knowledge of all physical, digital and streaming partners.
• Fluent knowledge of recording industry and best practices.
• To maintain and execute a fast paced schedule of releases and manage many projects, platforms and formats simultaneously.
• To have an ingrained enthusiasm for music and the creative process of assembling each product so that it extends the various Warner Music labels and brands domestically and internationally.
• Working knowledge of tape archiving, mixing and mastering.
• A firm understanding of vinyl production, immersive sound and high resolution products.
• Ability to handle/direct several types of projects with multiple, overlapping and changing deadlines.
• A critical, creative thinker and problem solver who can work closely with other departments.
• Develop strategies to future proof Warner Music Group's extensive repertoire both physically and digitally.
• Must be able to travel and attend events as required, travel conditions permitting.
• Bachelor's degree in music, marketing, communication, business, or related major preferred.

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Salary Range
$80,000 to $100,000 Annually

Job Posting Ranges are included for all California, Colorado, New York, and Washington job postings and 100% remote roles where talent can be located in CA, CO, NYC and WA. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-dyb6wq-18-218-184-214-42 in your application.