Über diese Assistant Manager, A&R and Brand Partnership Stelle bei Sony Music Global Job Board
Sony Music Entertainment Malaysia is looking for a driven and culturally plugged-in Assistant Manager, A&R and Brand Partnership to support both A&R (Artists & Repertoire) and Brand Partnerships / New Business functions. This hybrid role is ideal for someone passionate about music and pop culture, with a strong interest in both artist discovery and development as well as working with brands and commercial partners.
What you'll do:
A&R Support & Artist Development
- Scout and identify emerging artists, producers, and songwriters across Malaysia and the region.
- Support the A&R process including demo evaluations, research, and artist pitching.
- Assist in coordinating recording sessions, releases, and content development.
- Work closely with artists and managers to support ongoing development and project execution.
- Track music trends and cultural movements to identify opportunities.
Brand Partnerships & New Business Support
- Assist in identifying potential brand partners aligned with Sony Music artists and IP.
- Support the development of partnership pitches, proposals, and presentations.
- Coordinate campaign execution for brand collaborations and content partnerships.
- Help manage relationships with brands, agencies, and external partners.
- Track and report on partnership performance and outcomes.
Project Coordination & Execution
- Work cross-functionally with Marketing, Digital, Commercial, and Legal teams.
- Manage timelines and deliverables for artist releases and brand campaigns.
- Ensure smooth execution of projects from concept to delivery.
Market & Data Insights
- Monitor streaming performance, social engagement, and market trends.
- Provide insights to support A&R and partnership strategies.
- Conduct research on brands, competitors, and emerging platforms.
Who you are:
Qualifications & Experience
- 2–5 years of experience in music, entertainment, marketing, or related industries.
- Strong passion for music, artists, and youth culture.
- Exposure to brand partnerships or marketing is an advantage.
- Understanding of digital platforms such as Spotify, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Key Competencies
- Cultural awareness and trend sensitivity
- Execution excellence and attention to detail
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Commercial curiosity
- Proactive and resourceful mindset
Success Metrics
- Quality of A&R scouting inputs
- Effective support in artist project delivery
- Contribution to brand partnership success
- Timely execution of projects
- Strength of stakeholder relationships
What we give you:
- You join a vibrant global community with the opportunity to channel your passion every day
- A modern office environment designed for you, empowering you to bring your best
- Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community
- The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt and create what happens next
- We give you the platform to champion positive change, with the opportunity to contribute to our social impact, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Equal Opportunities
As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music’s aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
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