A&R & Music Production - Professional (KPOP)

[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