Background: 

Position Music is an independent publisher and record label based in Burbank, CA that is redefining what it means to be a music company. Established in 1999 and still led by Founder, President and CEO Tyler Bacon, Position Music boasts a multinational presence that sets itself apart from other record labels and publishers by offering an innovative, artist-centric approach for creating music. We offer competitive employee benefits, along with a friendly, casual work environment.

Position Music’s core values include creating an environment built upon integrity, teamwork, honesty, passion, and fun. We care about artists as people and are committed to serving our clients as we continuously strive for excellence.

Links: https://www.positionmusic.com

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Position Summary: 

The Vice President of A&R (the “VP”) will start and run Position Music’s Nashville A&R office. The VP will play a pivotal role in identifying, signing, and nurturing talented artists, producers, songwriters, etc. while contributing to the growth and success of our organization. This position requires a deep passion for music, an extensive network within the industry, and a proven track record of artist development and success.

 Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Lead Position Music’s new A&R office in Nashville by fostering and maintaining relationships with artists, songwriters, and producers in the Nashville and Los Angeles music communities.

• Sign and develop artists, songwriters and producers in the pop, country, and alternative formats.

• Set up strategic co-write sessions with intention and purpose that focuses on creating music that will compete on the radio.

• Work with the music publishing community to solicit and pitch songs for outside cuts.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Position Music’s Nashville based recording artists, songwriters, and their teams.

• Identify master and publishing catalog acquisition opportunities.

• Oversee the recording process (i.e., spending time in studios, listening to mixes, etc.) to ensure the successful release of scheduled music.

• Build and execute a dedicated approach to look for and discover new talent by attending showcases, writer rounds, and various events throughout the Nashville music community which could include evenings and weekends.

• Maintain Nashville recording budgets for all label releases.

• Attend weekly A&R and marketing meetings with the LA office via zoom.

Required Qualifications:

• Established network of contacts in the music industry including other artists, songwriters, producers, A&R teams, and attorneys.

• Proven track record of discovering and signing top-level talent.

• Record making experience with a track record of creating hits.

• Located and well established in the Nashville, TN community.

• Creative and thrives in a team-based environment.

• Strong leadership experience and a desire to mentor and manage a team.

• Highly organized and detail oriented.

• Self-starter and problem solver that this highly communicative.

• Ability and willingness to travel last minute.

Background Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in music business, music production, or a related field.

• A minimum of 5 years of A&R experience in the music industry, with a proven track record of artist development and success.

Salary:

$150,000 - $200,000 (based on experience).

Benefits:

Health benefits, paid time off, and 401(k) included in the compensation package.