Director, A&R Admin

Job Summary

Roc Nation Distribution is looking for a Director, A&R Admin to drive and support our client services with a focus on administration across our Distribution catalog. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with strong administrative capabilities, exceptional relationship skills, and a deep understanding of digital music platforms. The ideal candidate has the ability to interface directly with artists and management and is understanding of the creative and business processes and different artist dynamics.

The Role

The Director, A&R Admin will report to the Head of A&R Operations, based in New York, NY. This is an on-site position requiring 5 days a week in the office. This critical role involves managing and supporting client services, specifically focusing on administrative tasks across Roc Nation's distribution catalog. It requires a blend of strategic thinking, strong administrative execution, and excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with artists and management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and administer recording budgets for an entire roster of recording projects across various music genres.
• Facilitate the submission, review, and tracking of detailed paperwork for project delivery.
• Gather all required paperwork to ensure music is cleared for release into the marketplace.
• Ensure accurate record keeping for proper documentation to indemnify the corporation.
• Manage all aspects of the Accounts Payable process related to recording budgets.
• Provide excellent customer service both internally and externally to all stakeholders throughout the recording process.
• File and process all union-related (SAG-AFTRA & AFM) contracts, as applicable.
• Perform budget analysis, creation, and reforecasting.
• Collaborate with A&R to submit invoices and authorize expenditures.
• Gather tax forms and union paperwork to ensure compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Prepare reports and project summaries as requested by various departments.
• Provide information as requested by the Accounting Royalties team.
• Assist the President & Head of A&R Operations with monthly financial forecasting of project spend.

Requirements

• 6+ years’ experience in an A&R Administration position.
• Able to quickly gain proficiency in proprietary systems (i.e., Airtable).
• Demonstrable project management and quantitative analytical skills, including effective strategic planning and budget modeling.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across creative, corporate, and business teams.
• Solutions-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and within a robust team environment.
• Excellent understanding of basic Accounts Payable procedures.
• Familiarity with recording budget line items and the basics of the recording process.
• Solid data entry skills with a very strong attention to detail.
• Superior organizational and time-management abilities.

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Benefits & Perks

• HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental, and mental health benefits for you and your family with access to a health care concierge and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA).
• YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and floating days.
• CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live.
• WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match.

Note – Roc Nation benefits and policies differ from Live Nation.

Key skills/competency

• A&R Administration
• Budget Management
• Accounts Payable
• Project Management
• Digital Music Platforms
• Contract Compliance
• Client Services
• Financial Forecasting
• Data Entry
• Organizational Skills