{"id":4485,"date":"2022-11-28T07:57:32","date_gmt":"2022-11-28T07:57:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.soundplate.com\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4485"},"modified":"2022-12-25T00:10:30","modified_gmt":"2022-12-25T00:10:30","slug":"ar-academy-at-columbia-records-uk","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.soundplate.com\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4485","title":{"rendered":"A&R Academy at Columbia Records (UK)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is A&R?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A&R is the part of the record label that is responsible for scouting new talent and then commercially developing that talent. A&R act as a liaison between the artist, artist management and the record label. A&R\u2019s oversee the recording process and assist with the marketing and promotion of the artist. You will nurture and help develop the artist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who are you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re looking for innovators. Someone bright who has their ear to the ground, extremely hardworking with a great eye and ear for talent. Someone who is able to keep up with the new trends in culture and new artists in the music industry as they emerge. You will have the tenacity and drive to develop your skills for spotting emerging artists, understanding and seeing growth in tracks, alongside developing extensive industry relationships. During your placement on the A&R Academy you can expect to receive lots of on-the-job and real life A&R experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the opportunity?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a 12 month, paid opportunity and as part of the A&R Academy you will also be part of the wider internship network at Sony Music UK. You will have a personal mentor throughout your time with us and along with fellow interns, you will get to attend \u201cspotlight sessions\u201d where you will get to learn the mechanics of a major record company. Day to day you will be working closely with the A&R team at Columbia Records, who will develop your A&R skillset through on the job training and real life scenarios. You can expect to receive bespoke A&R training where you will cover a whole range of topics from music rights to data, music trends to studio & mixing sessions, artist development and what really goes into releasing a track!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program starts in March 2023, runs for a full year and is paid at \u00a323,000. You must be eligible to work in the UK and be available for a full time role for 12 months. This is an entry level role and not suitable for experienced industry professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The applications for this role will close on Monday 5th December at 6pm GMT.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Day to Day of the role:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • You will actively build and develop an in-depth and specialist knowledge and understanding of hip hop, R&B and pop music.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Listening to demos, cataloguing submissions and feedback to label presidents \u2013 you\u2019re always on the lookout for the next big hit!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You will take a proactive approach to building relationships, managing key contacts and artists<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You will be attending gigs, showcases, festivals and clubs, and researching new ones to attend<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Research new artists using different tools such as YouTube, Instagram, Tik Tok as well as word of mouth from your own network of creatives<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Proactively learning and engaging with the music industry through blogs, social media, trade papers\/websites and magazines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Collate A&R reports and be able to feedback to label heads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • suggesting artists that could potentially partner with suitable producers for remixes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Keeping up with new trends and new artists in the music industry as they emerge<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Create commercial and creative pitches on new artists for label heads<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sourcing songs and new songwriters for already established artists where necessary<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Key point of contact for all external relationships, picking up correspondence on behalf of the A&R team<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • At all times maintain the highest levels of confidentiality, never disclosing Sony or artist information outside of the label.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Maintain trackers and records on all projects pitched, in development or released<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • In depth knowledge of platforms for unsigned artists<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • You will have the ability to identify opportunities that translate an artist\u2019s vision to the fans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    What we are looking for:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Be able to demonstrate a good knowledge and understanding of the music industry<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You will be digitally savvy and fully understand the different DSPs such as Spotify, Soundcloud (and others!) and be able to pull data from them<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You will have good skills in Microsoft Office (excel, powerpoint etc) or similar programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You have experience balancing multiple priorities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Flexible and committed \u2013 this is not a 9-5 office job!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Passionate about the Sony Music roster and specifically the roster<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Confident, with the gravitas to deal with a broad range of contacts and personalities<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You will be a self-starter<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You will be resilient and be able to adapt your communication style for different audiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You will already have taken steps to establish yourself in this space<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • You need to be comfortable talking and interacting with talent at a professional level<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Demonstrate sound and professional judgement when interacting with external partners, always remembering you are acting on behalf of Sony Music<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      What we give you:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • An excellent range of benefits, like private medical cover, a generous pension scheme, life assurance and income protection, plus loads of music biz perks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • We invest in your professional growth & development<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Time off for a winter recess<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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        Equal Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music\u2019s aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        We employ, retain, promote and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants according to their merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We apply this policy without regard to any individual\u2019s sex, race, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or disability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Please note that applicants must be at least 18 years of age.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1950,"template":"","meta":{"_job_location":"London (UK)","_application":"https:\/\/www.sonymusic.co.uk\/careers\/job-description\/?gh_jid=6490273002&fbclid=IwAR2hzkM9I_EjQZIJSRgZUtiJTeVQ7cwi4BG_ObngREFJe7T7zLWm-rTivj4","_company_name":"","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-categories":[74],"job-types":[16],"job_listing_salary":[93],"job_listing_working_environment":[],"yoast_head":"\nA&R Academy at Columbia Records (UK) - Soundplate Jobs<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/jobs.soundplate.com\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4485\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"A&R Academy at Columbia Records (UK) - Soundplate Jobs\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"What is A&R? 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