Administrative Assistant, A&R

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Capitol Music Group is home to some of the best-known labels in modern music, including Astralwerks, Blue Note, Capitol Records and Capitol Christian Music Group. We produce, distribute, and promote some of the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music in the industry. This role is a fantastic opportunity to join an organization on the cutting edge of the modern music business and, as part of Universal Music Group, a chance to be part of the world’s leading Music Company.

How You’ll CREATE

• Providing administrative support for an A&R Executive
• Booking artists and A&R travel and studio time
• Calendar management
• Covering phone lines, partnering with other assistants as needed
• Creates agendas for external client meetings
• Meeting with guests and help with general queries
• Monthly expenses, reconciliation and processing
• Regular meeting prep and coordination
• Special project coordination requiring follow up and meeting with deadlines
• Liaising between producers & managers to Business Affairs & production
• Collecting and compiling album credits
• Updating and inputting credits, publishing and lyrics into Studio Hub
• Managing album, EP and single release dates and deadlines for timely delivery
• Additional duties as assigned
  
  

Bring Your VIBE

• 1-2 years of administrative experience
• Passion for music discover and the creative process
• In touch with current trends, artists and digital media
• Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with employees of our company at all levels including Senior Management
• Ability to interact comfortably and effectively with external partners and clients
• Process strong attention to detail, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Advances Microsoft Office skills including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
• Proactive in determining roadblocks
• Ability to work under high pressure and speed
• Great social and interpersonal skills
• Ability to keep information highly confidential
• Flexible and able to multi-task
  
  

Perks Playlist

• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
• 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
• A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
  
  

• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
• 2-weeks paid Winter Break
• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
  

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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Job Category

A&R

Salary Range

$33,280- $61,600

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.