Assistant, A&R - #1691992

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

How You’ll LEAD

Universal Music Publishing Group ilooking for an A&R Assistant who has superior attention to detail, great organizational skills, the ability to meet tight deadlines and can juggle multiple critical requests. Must be very efficient and highly attuned to the smallest of details, as well as being able to multi-task and work on tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment is crucial. A “can-do” attitude is essential.

How You’ll CREATE

• Provide general administrative support for A&R Executives, including scheduling of meetings
• Using internal tools to book and expense Artist and A&R team travel
• Log and submit A&R executive expense reports in a timely manner
• Prepare for A&R presentations, meeting agendas + recaps
• DJ weekly meetings (playing music, videos, etc.)
• Regularly updating UMPG’s playlist of weekly releases
• Handle ticket buys for A&R staff
• Maintain running gig list of UMPG artists in NYC area
• Maintain list of select artists / A&R staff’s roster
• Scout / research artists for potential signing/sessions
• Assist on awards submission, preparation and completion
• See live shows
• Help with recording sessions i.e., booking studio time and rental equipment as needed/applicable
• Coordinate office lunches
• Maintain playlists of pitch songs/demos
• Assist on collected report to CEO analyzing chart info, sessions, roster news, & upcoming releases
• Maintain NYC writer room at Office
  
  

Bring Your VIBE

• Deep interest and excitement for the music industry, UMPG’s roster, & UMPG projects
• Enjoy seeing live music
• Open to collaboration and teamwork
• ~1-2 years of administrative experience
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Driven and solutions-oriented
• Ability to work under high pressure and speed
• Ability to adapt from feedback
• A sense of discretion for sensitive and confidential information
• Flexible and able to multi-task
• An understanding of UMPG roster and musical history
• In touch with current trends, artists, writers, & producers
• Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with employees of our company at all levels including Senior Management
• Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with external partners and clients
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
• Great social and interpersonal skills
• Ability to respectfully represent UMPG and its identity inside the office and at outside events (concerts, meetings, etc.)
  
  

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.

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Job Category

A&R

Salary Range

$36,800 - $51,400

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.