A&R Data Manager

Warner Music Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global music company is seeking an A&R Data Manager to lead data-driven artist development efforts. This role involves spotting emerging talent, managing scouting and reporting, and adapting to the fast-paced music industry. Ideal candidates will have strong data storytelling skills and a keen ear for music trends. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential in this vibrant work environment.

Qualifications

• Interest in music and culture.
• Ability to analyse large amounts of data.
• Expertise in current research tools and industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Spot emerging artists and stay ahead of music styles.
• Manage online scouting and adapt to changing priorities.
• Handle rejection with resilience.
• Use data to communicate opportunities.

Skills

Data storytelling skills

Trend awareness

Organisational skills

Adaptability

Job description

Job title: A&R Data Manager, Warner Records

Position Summary

A&R is the creative department responsible for both finding and developing musical artists to sign as well as producing artists and driving creative content for all forms of media. You will lead our data‑led efforts to sign and develop the artists on our label as well as work closely with our marketing teams to help the artist define their sound and then bring that sound to the world.

At Warner Music Group, we’re a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game‑changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:

● Curiosity: We do our best work when we’re immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future.

● Collaboration: Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans.

● Commitment: We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we’re committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises.

WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds – an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.

Responsibilities

• Keen ear for talent and trend awareness: Spot emerging artists and stay ahead of music styles and audience preferences.

• Organisational skills and adaptability: Manage online scouting, meetings, and reporting with precision, and respond quickly to changing priorities.

• Thick skin and patience: Handle rejection, long development cycles, and unpredictable schedules with resilience.

• Comfortable using data to communicate opportunities.

Key Requirements

• Ideal candidates should be interested in a broad range of music and culture and be keen to learn about the fundamental components of the business side of the industry.

• Have data storytelling skills – ability to analyse large amounts of information and communicate only the most important facts.

• Expert in the most current research tools and knowledge of industry trends.

WMG is committed to inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace and will evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, religion or belief, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or any other characteristic protected by law.