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Slip-N-Slide Records is looking for young aggressive A&R Reps

What exactly is an ‘A&R’ rep anyway? We hear the term all the time, and most of us have a certain picture in our mind. But it is correct? Here’s a short job description.

An A&R Reps Primary Job:

Seek talent by:
    Auditioning demo tapes (solicited, as well as unsolicited, depending on record label policy.) If interested, ask to see artist perform live.
    Attending live shows at clubs, showcases, concerts, and other venues. Also visiting artist/band website and social networking sites like MySpace and Facebook.
    Following leads from any ‘buzz’ created by artists.
    Checking industry insiders (managers, agents, attorneys, concert promoters, label promo reps, retail contacts, trade and consumer press tips, regional ‘scenes’, or other sources.)
    Watching for talent on other labels, who’s contracts are expiring.
Other Responsibilities
    Evaluate talent and match with potential audience tastes.
    Sign talent to label with executives approval.
    Search for new songs for existing talent on the label.
    Coordinate label relationships for an artist, once they are signed to the label.
    Provide creative input and direction on artist’s material.
    Find suitable producers and recording studios.
Plan the recording budget with the business affairs department.

Please send resume’s and contact information to: SNSMarketingGroup@Gmail.com