A&R Representative

Who we are

[Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities]

• Plan and produce songs and albums for HYBE and partnered artists
• Manage domestic and overseas producers, composers, and songwriters; Seek out and calls on artists, songwriters, managers, A&R representatives and attorneys
• Analyze/manage song supply & demand, release date, budgeting, and project scheduling
• Handle various on-site tasks at concerts and performances
• Coordinate with other publishers, record labels, artists, producers, talent managers and other stakeholders of Company
• Attend concerts, clubs and other performances and showcases (auditions) for new artists, writers and bands
• Coordinate records/sessions – files for mixing/mastering, recording budgets etc
• Relevant administrative work, including updating and organizing files, checklists, processing and tracking expenses and invoices, and calendar management
• Coordinate itinerary and travel arrangements for artists, and studio sessions

[Work Environment]

• Some business travel may be required
• May have a flexible work schedule including weekends and holidays due to responding to HQ in the South Korea time zone as well as album release/recording schedules
• Exposed to typical office environment conditions and noise levels
• May work remotely to comply with safety regulations regarding COVID-19
• There is an expectation that all HYBE members are to perform his or her responsibilities in a manner that supports HYBE’s core values and actively contributes to delivering the best possible results for the whole of the HYBE business
• As ambassadors for the company, it is a requirement that all HYBE members present themselves in a professional manner that reflects positively on the organization and the premium contents and services we represent

[Qualifications - Required]

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5-7 years of experience in A&R or music publishing with established networks in the industry
• A passion for music and work
• Outstanding communication skills and interpersonal skills to work with internal and external partners such as producers and songwriters

[Qualifications - Preferred/Optional]

• Relevant experience at major studio or recording company/labels
• Experience in leading and hosting a Song Camp
• Extensive knowledge about Korean and/or international artists, producers, composers, writers and the overall music business

[Optional Assignment]

• You may submit one or both assignments to show your knowledge and skills:
• Review the current concept and make a proposal for the future conceptual direction of BTS in the U.S. market
• A short review of TXT’s debut or mini album

[Required Competencies]

• Strong analytical thinking
• Teamwork orientation and effective communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with artists and key stakeholders
• Effective project management skills