Manager, A&R - Columbia

About Sony Music Entertainment

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.

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.

As an A&R Manager, you will identify, sign, and develop artists while supporting the creative and commercial strategy of the label. You will work closely with A&R leadership, Research, Marketing, Digital, and A&R Administration to guide projects from initial scouting through recording, release execution, and long-term artist growth. This role requires strong creative instincts, exceptional relationship skills, and a deep understanding of the contemporary music landscape.

What you'll do:

• Identify and evaluate emerging talent using Research tools, streaming and social analytics, industry relationships, and live music environments.

• Build and present internal A&R signing cases with clear creative direction and market rationale.

• Lead day-to-day creative development for assigned artists, including songwriting, production, repertoire strategy, and session management.

• Partner closely with A&R Administration & Operations to manage budgets, recording timelines, deliverables, and contractual requirements.

• Collaborate with Marketing, Digital, Audience & Insights, International, PR, and Commercial teams to align creative strategy with release plans.

• Facilitate pitch meetings, listening sessions, and internal touchpoints with potential signings and developing acts.

• Maintain strong industry relationships with producers, writers, managers, attorneys, publishers, promoters, and tastemakers.

• Represent the label at shows, showcases, festivals, writing camps, and other industry events.

• Manage internal organization of demos, recordings, assets, metadata, and project documentation.

• Provide ongoing updates to A&R leadership on artist development, market trends, and competitive activity.

Who you are:

• Passionate about discovering new music and developing artists.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across creative and business teams.

• Demonstrated ability to identify commercially viable talent across genres.

• Experienced working directly with artists and management; understanding of creative process and artist dynamics.

• Highly organized with strong time-management skills; able to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledgeable about streaming consumption, digital music platforms, analytics, and social media trends.

• Solutions-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and within a team.

What we give you:

• You join an inclusive, collaborative, global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day.

• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork.

• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, disability coverage, and generous paid time off.

• Voluntary self-development and learning opportunities, including access to internal educational programs and industry-leading tools.

• A culture of autonomy, flexibility, and trust.

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.