A&R Operations Coordinator - 12 Month Contract

Universal Music Canada is Canada’s leading music company, engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content.  Home to the most comprehensive catalogue of recordings and songs across every musical genre, UMC is committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship in broadening opportunities for our artists on both the domestic and world stages as well as creating new experiences for fans.

Universal Music Canada is part of Universal Music Group, the world leader in music-based entertainment.

We are searching for creative, innovative and passionate people to join our team. If you love music and got excited just thinking about joining this amazing organization, we would love to meet you!

A&R Operations Coordinator – 12 Month Contract 

The UMC team works four days a week from our award-winning creative campus located in Liberty Village, Toronto, and one day to work virtually.  

Reporting to the Manager, A&R Administration, the A&R Operations Coordinator will join the A&R department and support the operations of the A&R team. The ideal candidate possesses experience preferably within the music industry. 

How You’ll LEAD:  

• Provide ongoing support to the team by executing A&R operational processes and enforcing departmental best practices 
• Support A&Rs with completion of asset deliverables including all audio from producers, mixers and mastering engineers 
• Organization and maintenance of UMC’s internal asset file management systems 
• Work closely with A&Rs to gather and verify metadata and label copy, ensuring accuracy for physical and digital releases 
• Responsible for QC-ing all audio as well as uploading final audio to the UMG supply chain for distribution 
• Coordinate internal scheduling processes, transitioning releases from A&R to Universal Music Canada's production grid ensuring timelines are met 
• Liaise with all internal departments, including Marketing, Creative, Digital, and Operations on status of deliverables 
• Coordinate payments and vendor setup to suppliers as assigned  
• Collaborate on inputting metadata into UMC’s repertoire management system as required 
• Assist with various special projects 

  What You BRING:  

• 1-3 years of experience in the music entertainment industry  
• Ability to successfully multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure & meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high volume environment 
• Demonstrates ability to work independently, take initiative, and to identify potential issues and successfully problem solve with business deliverables in mind 
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in music, media and/or entertainment  
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail 
• Knowledge of today’s music scene, trends and a strong understanding of the recording process  
• Experience with audio editing software  
• To be known for being:  honest, entrepreneurial, friendly, approachable, high-energy, ambitious, creative, positive, passionate, competitive, opinionated, smart, knowledgeable, open minded, and have amazing communication skills 

 What We OFFER:  

• Employee Family Assistance Program 
• 2-week paid Winter Break   
• Summer Fridays 
• Employee Ticket Box 
• Music Subscription Reimbursement 

Universal Music Canada is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and strongly welcomes and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, women, persons with disabilities, people who are 2SLGBTQIA+, and people from other diverse communities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.