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# Assistant A&R Manager at Sony Music

- **Company:** Sony Music
- **Location:** Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- **Posted:** 2026-11-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-04
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sonymusicentertainment/jobs/8926504002

## Job description

As Assistant A&R Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the A&R Manager in implementing SME Vietnam A&R strategy that incorporates discovering new artists who have the potential to be commercially successful, finding the right songs and projects for new and current priority artists and contributing to the growth of SME Vietnam.

What you'll do:

- Responsible for driving the development and selection of appropriate music repertoire and/or genre for Sony Music Vietnam artists (whether current or prospective), taking into account the artists’ talents, images, voice quality, pitches, appearances, characters and personalities, etc;
- Identify and refer new artists;
- Provide advice on the current and future music fashion/trend as well as the general consumers’ demands;
- Responsible for providing advice on grooming, development and training to artists (whether they are new or existing) in terms of music production, music play-back techniques, mixing and remixing, vocal techniques, singing techniques, live performances, image, styling, looks, and personality enhancement, etc.;
- Liaising, “brainstorming” and meeting with internal teams to discuss A&R’s strategies;
- Have a strong, clear vision of the music market, including gaps and potential opportunities in the market over the next 2 to 3 years. Work with the team and external contacts to identify strong artist proposition that may fill those gaps guaranteeing Sony Music Vietnam market share over the coming years.
- Be commercial and forward thinking in artist signings deals and ensure that signings will be concluded in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Build and maintain a strong network of recording contacts including writers, producers, publishers, mixing engineers, mastering engineer and studio contacts.
- Work with marketing and artist management team to oversee the recording process of Sony Music Vietnam artists
- Demonstrate a good ear for the music that will help the artist/s success and be able to identify the singles that will be hits and those that will add to the overall record.
- Act as a point of escalation as the record being worked across the team begin to move towards release.

Who you are:

- University graduate, having a Music/Media degree not a must, but good to have.
- Thorough understanding of music and the contemporary music scene.
- Hands-on knowledge of how songs/albums are recorded and produced.
- Have a good understanding of a variety of music genres.
- Experiential understanding of commercial success for music | knowledge of consumer taste.
- Tech-savvy to leverage various sources for artist & music scouting.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills – relationship building with artists/producers/music managers etc.
- High on Emotional Quotient (EQ) in order to support the artist/music through the lifecycle.
- Should have a good ear for music and be able to tap potential or provide advice on fine-tuning aspects.
- Love and passion for music and supporting local talent.
- Strong understanding of digital marketing, social media, content, and streaming landscape.

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.

We employ, retain, promote and otherwise treat all employees and job applicants according to their merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We apply this policy without regard to any individual’s sex, race, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition or disability.

Privacy Policy

Please click [here](https://www.sonymusicapac.com/privpolicy/PCP_VN.pdf) to read our privacy policy before beginning the application process as you will need to agree to the terms of the policy before submitting your information.

## About Sony Music

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Sony Music Entertainment is the recorded music and publishing arm of Sony Group, managing a global roster of artists and a vast catalog of music while operating one of the industry’s leading record labels and distribution platforms.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 1991 (as Sony Music Entertainment, following the acquisition of CBS Records)
- **Founders**: Not applicable (corporate division of Sony Group)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Music – Recorded music, music publishing, artist services, and distribution.
- **Target customers**: B2B (streaming services, advertisers, film/TV studios); B2C (music fans via streaming, live events, merchandise); Enterprise (brand partnerships, sync licensing).
- **Mission statement**: “To shape what is coming next in music, technology, and culture” and “entertain and move people.”

## Products & Services
- **Record Labels (Columbia, Epic, RCA, Arista Nashville, etc.)**: A&R, recording, marketing, and promotion of artists across all genres.
- **Music Publishing (Sony Music Publishing)** : Administration of song rights, sync licensing, and songwriter development.
- **Distribution & Artist Services (The Orchard, AWAL)** : Digital distribution, marketing, and global reach for independent artists and labels.
- **Direct-to-Consumer (D2C)**: Merchandising, fan engagement platforms, and e‑commerce (Three Ten Merch, The Merch Collective).
- **Podcasting & Content**: Original podcast production and ad sales (Global Podcasting division).
- **Film & TV Sync**: Licensing music for media (SyncShop, Business & Legal Affairs teams).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private subsidiary); Sony Group Corporation’s music segment reported revenue of approximately ¥1.6 trillion (~$10.6 billion) for FY2024 (ended March 2025).
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue (music segment) – ~$10.6 billion (FY2024) – as reported by Sony Group.
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: Parent company Sony Group Corporation; strategic partnerships with streaming platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music), film studios, and global brands.
- **Growth Signals**: Continued expansion through acquisitions (AWAL, Alamo Records, Somethin’ Else); growing podcast and D2C revenue; investment in emerging technology (AI, immersive audio); global headcount of thousands with active hiring across 20+ countries.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vast, iconic catalog**: Ownership of the world’s largest music catalog (over 5 million songs) and rights to legendary artists (Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Queen, etc.).
- **End‑to‑end artist ecosystem**: From A&R and recording to publishing, distribution, merchandise, and sync – all under one roof.
- **Global scale & Sony synergy**: Access to Sony’s electronics, gaming (PlayStation), and entertainment divisions for cross‑promotion and technology innovations.
- **Deep industry relationships**: Long‑standing ties with streaming services, radio, live events, and media partners.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital transformation**: Expanding direct‑to‑consumer channels, fan‑data analytics, and personalized experiences.
- **Emerging technology**: Investment in AI‑assisted music creation, spatial audio, and virtual concerts.
- **Global growth**: Strengthening presence in high‑growth markets (India, Latin America, Africa) via local labels and partnerships.
- **Diversified revenue**: Growing non‑streaming income through sync licensing, brand partnerships, podcasting, and live events.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Honour the creative journey” – a collaborative, creative environment that values insight, integrity, and imagination.
- **Career development**: Award‑winning 12‑month paid internship programs, global mobility, and internal learning opportunities.
- **Remote / Hybrid / Office**: Roles are posted for both in‑office (New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Mumbai, Warsaw) and remote positions – policy varies by team and function.
- **Perks**: Competitive compensation, benefits, access to a global music community, and the chance to work directly with top artists.
- **Engineering & Data**: Growing data analytics, security, and engineering teams (e.g., Label Analytics, Cyber Security, Automation) – tech roles are integrated into a creative business.

## Sources
1. [Sony Music Global Job Board (Greenhouse)](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/sonymusicentertainment/jobs/8239876002)
2. [Sony Music Careers](https://careers.sonymusic.com/jobs/)
3. [Inside Sony Music – Introducing Sony Music Careers](https://www.sonymusic.com/inside-sony-music/introducing-sony-music-careers/)
4. [Careers FAQ – Sony Music Careers](https://careers.sonymusic.com/how-we-hire/frequently-asked-questions/)
5. [Sony Music UK – Careers](https://www.sonymusic.co.uk/careers/)

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