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The Manager, A&R with AWAL will be responsible for finding and acquiring recording artists, songs and producers as well as leading artist development efforts for artists in all genres. This role will report directly to the President and Head of A&R, AWAL North America.

• Attend live shows at clubs, showcases, concerts, and other venues.
• Provide comprehensive feedback on new music to the Head of A&R and/or other requesting senior A&R executives.
• Propose new artists for AWAL.
• Visit artist/band websites and social networking sites.
• Search for new songs for existing talent on AWAL.
• Coordinate label relationships for an artist once they are signed to AWAL.
• Provide creative input and direction on artist's material.
• Find suitable producers and recording studios
• Coordinate pre-production and production, mixing, mastering
• Plan recording budgets for assigned projects.
• Keep projects within agreed budget and schedule/timeline.
• Evaluate recording and mixing progress for AWAL artists.
• Coordinate all asset deliverables to appropriate production department/areas in timely manner.
• Maintain files/records on all shows attended.
• Work closely with other label departments/employees including marketing, publicity, sales to determine follow up steps once the record has been completed.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry insiders (managers, agents, attorneys, concert promoters, radio promo reps, retail contacts, trade and consumer press, tastemakers, etc.).

• Passionate about all things music.
• Have three (3) + years of music or entertainment industry experience, with a demonstrated track record of finding new and emerging artists/talent.
• Have knowledge of the different steps in the making of and release of a record required.
• Must have prior experience working with artists from a variety of genres.
• A proactive, self-starter who has strong problem solving, social, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while still paying attention to detail and spotting potential issues is absolutely key.

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day  
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best 
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 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 
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.  
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next  
• Time off for a winter recess

Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.