A&R Assistant

SUMMARY
You will have a knowledge and understanding of music in the MENA region and a general interest in the music business, as well as a keen grasp of what it takes to listen to music critically. 
You will work with the A&R Managers and wider MDLBeast Recordings team to contribute towards an ever growing catalogue of recordings, presenting fresh ideas in doing so to shape the sound of our labels.

KEY RESPOSIBILITIES:

• Working with the A&R Managers liaising with new and existing artists.

• Scouting talent by targeting new and established artists and suggesting signings.

• Procuring topline vocals on singles and albums and working with the A&R Managers in doing so.

• Reviewing demo submissions.

• Providing technical and critical feedback on music.

• Liaising with artists / artist managers and labels facilitating collaborations through licensing and other creative processes.

• Commissioning remixes relevant regionally and internationally. 

• Organizing writing sessions and writing camps and facilitating collaborations between label artists.

• You will visit performances, showcases, night clubs, festivals and similar events across the region to discover new talent and maintain existing relationships.

• Audio editing on Ableton and Logic, or similar audio editing software (DJ mixes, tweaking recordings for radio edits, soundbeds).

• Identifying and nurturing regional musicians from all backgrounds, increasing the diversity of our label. 

• Working with Product Managers on delivering files ready for distribution.

• Upkeep of our catalogue through filing master recordings, stems, instrumentals.

• Liaising with global licensing partners on non-exclusive licenses for our catalogue.

• Management and upkeep of the A&R contact database.

• Any other tasks that are required by the business from time to time. 
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Understanding of what it takes to work in a fast-paced environment.

• The ability to critically listen to music and provide an opinion and feedback along the way.

• An outgoing personality and passion for meeting new people.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• A keen eye for detail and organization.

• Proactive attitude with a sharp and positive mentality.

• Passionate about music.

• Multitasker.