Senior A&R Executive, Pop

Kobalt Music

. Identify, develop and sign exceptional songwriters, artists, producers and shares of copyright within Pop .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive A&R experience with a strong track record in identifying and developing talent within the Pop music sector. Combines creative instinct with data-driven insights to evaluate opportunities and foster relationships across the music industry.

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A&R ExperienceTalent DevelopmentNetwork Across US Pop MusicCreative JudgementCommercial Judgement

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Hard Skills

Identifying SongwritersSigning ArtistsDeveloping ProducersEvaluating TalentNegotiating DealsManaging Publishing DealsData AnalysisCreative Strategy

Soft Skills

Collaborative ApproachStrong RelationshipsInitiativeOwnership

Tools & Technologies

Social MediaStreaming Platforms

Industry Keywords

Pop MusicMusic PublishingCopyright EcosystemCreative CommunityMusic Business

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, develop and sign exceptional songwriters, artists, producers and shares of copyright within Pop
Build and maintain a pipeline of signing opportunities through networks, creative relationships, market knowledge, data and industry insight
Lead significant signing opportunities and work with Business Affairs on deal proposals and negotiations
Evaluate talent, repertoire and potential investments using creative and commercial judgement
Develop Kobalt’s roster and identify opportunities supporting clients’ creative and career development
Create opportunities including writing sessions, collaborations, song and beat pitches, and industry introductions
Maintain senior relationships with artists, writers, producers, managers, labels, lawyers and other industry partners
Monitor trends across Pop, music, culture, social media and the digital landscape
Use data and insight to inform signing decisions and A&R strategy
Collaborate with global Creative teams to create international opportunities and identify talent across markets
Contribute to the success of Kobalt’s US Creative roster and wider A&R strategy
Represent Kobalt within the creative community and strengthen its market reputation and relationships
Establish relationships with US and global Creative teams, understand the existing roster and build a Pop signing pipeline
Progress signing opportunities and contribute to the direction and success of the US Creative team
Make a measurable contribution to Kobalt’s Pop roster through signings, client development and creative opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant A&R experience within music publishing, recorded music, management or a comparable creative environment
Strong track record of identifying, signing and developing successful songwriters, artists and producers
Extensive and established network across the US Pop music community and strong industry reputation
Significant experience developing and progressing writer management and publishing deals within the US market
Exceptional creative judgement and instinct for identifying songs and talent with long-term potential
Strong commercial judgement and ability to evaluate opportunities through creative and financial lenses
Deep knowledge of Pop music and wider music business, publishing landscape and copyright ecosystem
Ability to combine creative instinct with data-led insight when evaluating talent and opportunities
Strong relationships across management, labels, publishers, lawyers, artists, writers and producers
Strong knowledge of social media, streaming platforms and evolving digital music landscape
Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively across US and global Creative teams
Strong ownership, initiative and ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced creative environment
Must be eligible to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working with a minimum of 3 days in the local office
Full-time permanent employment
Equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace
Adjustments during the hiring process available upon request