A&R Manager - SoundOn, London
Description
SoundOn is an all-in-one platform powered by TikTok, designed to better service music creators through each step of their career — from TikTok integrated promotion tools to global music distribution, from diverse monetization opportunities to smart music creation. SoundOn exists to give every music creator & label the power to authentically connect with new audiences and "do music" their way.
Responsibilities:
- Identify key artists in the UK market as potential signings for SoundOn
- Negotiate & acquire licensing deals across both catalogue & frontline releases
- Monitor available research & analytics tools & develop a competitive network of key contacts for talent discovery & acquisiton
- Manage & administer business objectives including artist and label onboarding, new releases, and catalogue migration
- Analyze data to assess artist and track performance, identify market opportunities, and forecast business impact.
- Assist in artist songwriter sessions, producer & mixing choices & oversee recording processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful artist and label presence across digital platforms, fostering trusted relationships and artist development.
- Regularly attend showcases, gigs, and culturally relevant events across London, the UK and anywhere globally relevant
- Assist Head of A&R in co-signings and creative strategy around existing roster of artists
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years experience in a relevant field within the UK recording music industry
- Strong negotiation and relationship management skills, including expertise in contracts evaluation and music legislations
- In-depth knowledge of all genres relevant to the UK music market, with focuses on Hip Hop, Dance, Alternatice & Pop
- Highly competitive local & global network of key industry contacts
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills and a strong music industry network
- Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive in identifying and solving problems
- Passion for music with a deep understanding of TikTok and music trends
- Knowledge of digital music distribution, music industry trends across all genres
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