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At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We've played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We've nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.

Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we're committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

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The A&R operations manager will be responsible for overseeing the operations of the music company, including budgeting, scheduling, logistics, contracts, and vendor relations.The ideal candidate will have a passion for music, a strong work ethic, and excellent communication and organizational skills.

The operations manager will report to the senior operations manager and work closely with other departments, such as production, marketing, and finance

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the music company, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Coordinate and monitor the budget, timeline, and deliverables of various projects, campaigns and events, including but not limited to all invoicing related to the projects and responsible for all control waivers
• Negotiate and maintain contracts and agreements with artists, venues, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices
• Identify and resolve any operational issues or challenges.
• Prepare and present reports and analysis on the operations performance and outcomes
• Responsible for Budget control, working along with the A&R Associate Director
• All invoicing related to the projects
• Seek overage approvals from the department head in timely manner / advance
• Support on specific special projects
• Booking artists necessities and requests
• Assist with creating product label copy
• Responsible for control waivers or waivers control
• Monitor and data analysis of distributed labels performance
• Update on artist discovery tools and dashboard
• Coordination in Publishing
• Monitor 360/Atmos production flow
• Assist with coordination of department meetings

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, music management, or related field.
• At least two years of experience in operations management, preferably in the music industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and project management software.
• Knowledge of music production, distribution, and licensing processes.
• Ability to work under pressure, flexibility, multitask, and prioritize.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative.
• Passionate about music and the music industry.

• 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.