# A&R & Music Production - Professional (KPOP)

> Cesna Recruitment · Los Angeles, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-02

**Salary:** USD 75,000–95,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** US Team

## Description

\[Position\]

A&R & Music Production - Professional (KPOP)

\[About Our Client\]

Entertainment

\[Job Description\]

Key Responsibilities

Song Sourcing & Creative A&R:

\- Actively scout, curate, and pitch original tracks, toplines, and concepts tailored to specific K-pop artist briefs (spanning Pop, Hip-Hop, EDM, R&B, and Rock).

\- Organize, host, and facilitate US and international song camps and creative retreats.

\- Analyze global music market trends, chart data, and sound evolutions to provide proactive music direction.

Roster & Creator Relations:

\- Build and maintain a strong network of US and international producers, songwriters, lyricists, arrangers, and publishing executives.

\- Manage creator outreach, pitch briefs, fee negotiations, and project assignments in coordination with Business Affairs.

Music Production & Quality Control (QC):

\- Oversee recording, vocal tuning, editing, mixing, and mastering processes for assigned global releases.

\- Conduct rigorous Quality Control (QC) on final audio assets to meet top-tier commercial release standards.

\- Coordinate vocal comping, multi-track delivery, and session file transfers between US studios and Seoul HQ.

Cross-Border Project Management:

\- Collaborate closely with internal sub-labels and A&R teams in Korea to ensure creative alignment and timely project delivery.

\- Prepare detailed creative pitch decks, reference playlists, and production timelines.

## Requirements

\- Experience: 3 to 5 years of professional experience in A&R, Music Production, Music Publishing, or Record Label operations within the US music industry.

\- K-Pop Expertise: Must be deeply familiar with K-Pop music, including its production trends, song structures, vocal stylings, and global market dynamics.

\- Network: Demonstrated, active relationships with music publishers, song pluggers, independent producers, and topliners.

Technical Expertise:

\- Deep technical understanding of the music recording process, vocal tuning/comping, mixing dynamics, and mastering standards.

\- Working knowledge of Digital Audio Workstations (Pro Tools, Logic Pro) and studio workflows.

Music Market Knowledge:

\- High-level understanding of both Western pop markets and global music dynamics.

\- Versatility across genres: Pop, Dance/Electronic, Urban/Hip-Hop, and Alternative Rock.

Languages:

\- Business fluency in English (required).

\- Proficiency in Korean (verbal and written) is a strong advantage due to frequent communication with Seoul HQ.

Preferred Qualifications

\- Prior experience working on cross-border / Asian-Western co-productions or song pitch projects.

\- Hands-on experience with A&R administration, including split sheet tracking, sample clearances, and producer credits.

\- Ability to work flexibly across US and Seoul time zones when required.

## Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company 401(k) with employer matching

## Apply

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