A&R Assistant

APG; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

APG in Los Angeles is seeking an A&R Assistant to support the CEO with daily operations, calendar management, travel coordination, and studio scheduling. You will serve as the liaison between artists, managers, producers, writers, executives, and internal teams, while exploring AI tools to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.

The ideal candidate loves pop or hip-hop, stays plugged into culture, and brings proactive communication and strong organizational skills to a fast-moving, creative

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a founder or senior creative leader.
• Knowledge of song structure (hook, verse, pre, post).
• Familiar with calendar management and G-suite.
• Interest in AI and music technology.
• Experience in the music industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage CEO's calendar, meetings, travel, and priorities.
• Schedule studio sessions, artist meetings, and creative reviews.
• Serve as liaison between CEO and artists, managers, producers, writers, executives and teams.
• Support AI-related initiatives, researching tools and testing workflows.
• Assist with tech-forward projects for music discovery and organization.
• Maintain awareness of artists, producers, writers and industry trends.

Skills

Strong execution

Proactive communicator

Passion for Pop/hip-hop

Tech savvy

Understanding of artist culture

Tools

G-Suite

Job description

A little bit about us:

Artist Partner Group is a new-model label led by veteran music executive Mike Caren, APG is a well-funded label with the agility of an indie and the muscle of a major.

The company is fast paced, creative, and very close to the artists. It's a place for fast-moving but thoughtful and hardworking up-and-comers, determined to make a significant mark on the industry.

We are looking for a superstar A&R Assistant to provide daily support for the CEO.

TITLE: A&R Assistant

REPORTS TO: CEO

LOCATION: Los Angeles

What kind of person are you?

• Delivers strong execution on ideas and tasks.
• A proactive communicator and self-starter.
• Demonstrates a passion for Pop or hip-hop music.
• Tech savvy and proactive in leveraging technology to streamline workflows.
• Understanding and adaptability of artist culture and lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the CEO's calendar, including meetings, calls, studio sessions, travel, and time-sensitive priorities.
• Schedule and track studio sessions, artist meetings, writing camps, creative reviews, and internal/external appointments.
• Serve as the point of contact between the CEO and artists, managers, producers, writers, executives, and internal teams.
• Support AI-related initiatives, including researching tools, helping implement new systems, testing workflows, and identifying ways to improve efficiency.
• Assist with tech-forward projects related to music discovery, creative operations, communication, and organization.
• Have a strong understanding of the landscape of songwriters, artists, managers and A&R's that we interact with frequently.
• Maintain strong awareness of emerging artists, underground music scenes, producers, writers, and cultural trends.

Requirements

• Prior experience supporting a founder, executive, artist, producer, or senior creative leader preferred.
• Knowledge of song structure (i.e. hook, verse, pre, post)
• Knows how to navigate G-suite.
• Interest in AI, music technology, creative innovation, and the evolving music industry landscape.
• Strong calendar management, travel coordination, and organizational skills.Passion for discovering new music and staying tapped into culture, trends, and emerging talent.
• Professional or creative experience in music is a plus.

Why join us?

We are at the heart of the music business and launch more successful music careers, for artists & executives alike, than most of the industry. We have a fast-paced, exciting, and creative environment that is oriented for growth and career development.

APG is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local laws. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws

Budget: $19 - $20/hour