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Director, Head of A&R (Atlanta) – Human Re Sources

Human Re Sources team in Atlanta, GA has an immediate opening for a Director, Head of A&R.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the recording, production, mastering, and sequencing of artist projects locally
• Manage and develop a local team
• Review and recommend submitted/solicited demos as well as online material via artist/band websites and social networking sites and provide comprehensive feedback to executive management
• Plan and monitor agreed upon recording budgets for assigned projects keeping the budget and schedule/timeline
• Analyze and evaluate complex deal proposals for new artists, label deals and renegotiations; profitability, internal rates of return, net present values, returns on sales, recoupment, etc.
• Find suitable producers, writers/co‑writers, sound engineers and recording studios
• Manage high level client and account relationships across the local industry and heighten market presence and brand awareness
• Strategize on priority release campaign logistics from inception to analysis, working with other internal departments as necessary
• Drive further cooperation in Atlanta and surrounding regions
• Provide local market insights and build and execute strategy in conjunction with senior management
• Elevate the company's local profile and overall revenue within the current client and retail base, and act as primary conduit for new business opportunities to drive the business
• Attend local shows and industry showcases and report back to Los Angeles team
• Liaise with various internal departments, from finance and marketing to legal and management, to ensure all client and retail partner business needs are met
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry insiders (managers, agents, attorneys, concert promoters, radio promo reps, retail contacts, trade and consumer press, tastemakers, etc)

Who You Are

• 7+ years of music industry experience, with a demonstrated track record of finding new and emerging artists that fit in with the label's musical offerings/musical direction
• Experience with the various steps in the recording, production, mastering, sequencing and release of a record required
• Strong knowledge of various genres of music and the ability to separate/identify the commercially viable from the pack
• Highly advanced organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize to tight deadlines
• Strong communicator with exceptional attention to detail
• Experience reading and interpreting contracts as well as knowledge of audio files (multitrack, stems, mix passes) and recording systems
• Passionate about Independent music, with a willingness to attend industry events and shows
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required and able to travel internationally

What We Give You

• 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
• Opportunities to connect with our valuable resources, such as our Counsel of Equity & Progressive Action (CEPA), a group created by our employees tasked with developing and implementing innovative solutions to advance a globally‑shared goal of ensuring fair and inclusive spaces for all
• 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

About The Orchard

The Orchard is a leading music distribution company operating in 45 markets worldwide - distributing music from independent artists, including Ozuna, Skepta, Jorja Smith, and Kelsea Ballerini. With cutting‑edge operations and an unparalleled global team, The Orchard partners with labels of all sizes to make their music and video available across hundreds of digital and physical retailers worldwide. The Orchard focuses on providing a comfortable, social, and engaging environment to encourage productivity and creativity.

The Orchard 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.