Overview
Job Description
[Position]
A&R & Music Production - Professional (KPOP)
[About Our Client]
Entertainment
[Job Description]
Key Responsibilities
Song Sourcing & Creative A&R:
- Actively scout, curate, and pitch original tracks, toplines, and concepts tailored to specific K-pop artist briefs (spanning Pop, Hip-Hop, EDM, R&B, and Rock).
- Organize, host, and facilitate US and international song camps and creative retreats.
- Analyze global music market trends, chart data, and sound evolutions to provide proactive music direction.
Roster & Creator Relations:
- Build and maintain a strong network of US and international producers, songwriters, lyricists, arrangers, and publishing executives.
- Manage creator outreach, pitch briefs, fee negotiations, and project assignments in coordination with Business Affairs.
Music Production & Quality Control (QC):
- Oversee recording, vocal tuning, editing, mixing, and mastering processes for assigned global releases.
- Conduct rigorous Quality Control (QC) on final audio assets to meet top-tier commercial release standards.
- Coordinate vocal comping, multi-track delivery, and session file transfers between US studios and Seoul HQ.
Cross-Border Project Management:
- Collaborate closely with internal sub-labels and A&R teams in Korea to ensure creative alignment and timely project delivery.
- Prepare detailed creative pitch decks, reference playlists, and production timelines.
Requirements
- Experience: 3 to 5 years of professional experience in A&R, Music Production, Music Publishing, or Record Label operations within the US music industry.
- K-Pop Expertise: Must be deeply familiar with K-Pop music, including its production trends, song structures, vocal stylings, and global market dynamics.
- Network: Demonstrated, active relationships with music publishers, song pluggers, independent producers, and topliners.
Technical Expertise:
- Deep technical understanding of the music recording process, vocal tuning/comping, mixing dynamics, and mastering standards.
- Working knowledge of Digital Audio Workstations (Pro Tools, Logic Pro) and studio workflows.
Music Market Knowledge:
- High-level understanding of both Western pop markets and global music dynamics.
- Versatility across genres: Pop, Dance/Electronic, Urban/Hip-Hop, and Alternative Rock.
Languages:
- Business fluency in English (required).
- Proficiency in Korean (verbal and written) is a strong advantage due to frequent communication with Seoul HQ.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience working on cross-border / Asian-Western co-productions or song pitch projects.
- Hands-on experience with A&R administration, including split sheet tracking, sample clearances, and producer credits.
- Ability to work flexibly across US and Seoul time zones when required.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company 401(k) with employer matching
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