Assistant Manager, A&R and Brand Partnership
Sony Music Entertainment Malaysia is looking for a driven and culturally plugged-in Assi s tant 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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