A&R Creative Coordinator

Universal Music Canada is Canada’s leading music company, engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content. The A&R Creative Coordinator will provide support to the A&R Department, assisting with asset management and coordination for various projects within the team.

Responsibilities

• Work with A&Rs and artist teams to compile of assets for submission including all audio from producers, mixers and mastering engineers
• Work closely with A&Rs to collect, verify and compile label copy, for physical and digital releases
• Organization and maintenance of UMC’s internal asset file management systems
• Coordinate with A&R Operations teams to ensure timely delivery of assets
• Book and manage travel for the A&R Creative team
• Track producer agreements, side artist agreements, and label waivers
• Process, submit, and reconcile VP expenses
• Document and distribute meeting notes for the A&R team
• Support artist special projects, including writing sessions, song camps, and shortlisting brainstorms
• Other duties/tasks as assigned

Skills

• Ability to successfully multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure & meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively, take initiative, and to identify potential issues and successfully problem solve with business deliverables in mind
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Knowledge of today's music scene, trends and a strong understanding of the recording process
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Slack, Monday, etc
• Positivity, passion, a competitive edge, and opinions you can stand behind
• Bold, ambitious, creative thinking; an entrepreneurial style and a growth mindset
• Excellent communication skills anchored by honesty, approachability, and an open mind

Benefits

• Employee Family Assistance Program
• 2-week paid Winter Break
• Summer Fridays
• Employee Ticket Box
• Wellness Program

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