A&R Manager

What do A&R Managers do?

A&R was developed when it was rare for artists to write their own material. In those days A&R was concerned with matching artists with songwriters. Nowadays A&R is responsible for scouting new talent, signing it to a label and then overseeing all aspects of the process that leads up to the delivery of all finished recordings. A&R is also concerned with the development of artists as they grow and mature.

A&R Managers are creative people with good business skills and a solid understanding of the music marketplace. It is not enough to like the music, an A&R Manager needs an excellent knowledge of the contemporary music scene and to understand what sells.

The main job is picking acts that will be successful and then working with the act to find the right producers and writers. The process is very much a nurturing one to ensure the band or solo artist impacts at the right time with the right material.

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A&R Manager jobs which have appeared on the UK Music Jobs jobsboard:

London
We are looking for a London based A&R Scout. This could be a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about music, who goes to gigs pretty much every night, who regularly reads blogs and Magazines, and who knows their Miles Benjamin Antony...
register or log in for further details (21/10/09)
London
Ambitious young London-based artist management company/record label is seeking an exceptionally talented scout to join the family. Duties include: - Attending and reporting on shows/gigs/festivals on behalf of the company - Organising/attend...
register or log in for further details (14/09/09)



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