A&R Manager

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

JYP America is seeking an experienced A&R Manager to drive music discovery, album development, and recording projects for US artists. You will work with creative partners and cross-functional teams across production, marketing, and business to shape artist identities for global audiences.

Reporting to the CEO, you will manage schedules, evaluate songs and demos, coordinate with domestic and international producers, and guide sessions from conception to final master, ensuring artistic quality

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in A&R, music production, or a related field.
• Experience managing album production or recording projects and providing creative feedback.
• Thorough understanding of recording processes and the broader music business.
• Knowledge of K-pop, including music releases, artist development, and fan culture.
• Broad knowledge of U.S. and international music markets, including genres, history, and trends beyond K-pop.
• Sound musical judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with creative partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and handle unreleased materials confidentially.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned album production projects, including concept planning, song sourcing, recording, and final delivery.
• Evaluate songs, demos, and lyrics and recommend selections aligned with each artist’s musical direction and project goals.
• Identify and manage relationships with domestic and international producers, songwriters, arrangers, and recording engineers.
• Oversee recording sessions and production activities, including vocal editing, mixing, and mastering.
• Review completed recordings and music content, provide creative feedback, and work with collaborators on revisions to meet artistic and quality standards.
• Manage production schedules, creative deliverables, and approvals in collaboration with internal and global teams.

Skills

A&R experience

Music production

Communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Job description

Job Title: A&R Manager

About Us

JYP America is the U.S. subsidiary of JYP Entertainment, a leading global entertainment company dedicated to discovering, developing, and supporting artists while expanding their presence across international markets.

JYP America supports the company’s U.S. operations and collaborates with teams across artist management, marketing, production, and business functions to deliver high-quality experiences for artists, partners, and fans.

We are seeking an experienced A&R Manager to support music discovery, album development, and recording projects. You will work closely with creative partners and internal teams throughout the production process to develop music that reflects each artist’s identity and connects with global audiences.

This role will report directly to the CEO.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned album production projects, including concept planning, song sourcing, recording, and final delivery.
• Evaluate songs, demos, and lyrics and recommend selections aligned with each artist’s musical direction and project goals.
• Identify and manage relationships with domestic and international producers, songwriters, arrangers, and recording engineers.
• Oversee recording sessions and production activities, including vocal editing, mixing, and mastering.
• Review completed recordings and music content, provide creative feedback, and work with collaborators on revisions to meet artistic and quality standards.
• Manage production schedules, creative deliverables, and approvals in collaboration with internal and global teams.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in A&R, music production, or a related field.
• Experience managing album production or recording projects and providing creative feedback.
• Thorough understanding of recording processes and the broader music business.
• Knowledge of K-pop, including music releases, artist development, and fan culture.
• Broad knowledge of U.S. and international music markets, including genres, history, and trends beyond K-pop.
• Sound musical judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with creative partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and handle unreleased materials confidentially.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience collaborating with international producers, songwriters, or recording teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Base Salary: $90,000 - $105,000 based on relevant experience, qualifications, and skills.