The Director of A&R will be responsible for finding and acquiring recording artists, songs and producers as well as artist development efforts for artists in the dance and electronic music genre. This role will report directly to the President of Ultra Records and can be based in New York or Los Angeles.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience with roles in A&R and artist development in the Electronic and Dance Music space.
- Manager/leadership qualities.
- Strong communication and time management skills.
- Strong artist relation skills.
- Ability to multitask and juggle multiple projects throughout the day.
- Ability to handle talent relations effectively.
- Able to work across multiple departments successfully.
- Ability to understand and manage budgets.
- Must be able to work independently as well as be a team player.
- Must be available to travel and attend evening showcases as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage
- 401K + employer matching
- Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans
- Time off for a winter recess
