The ideal candidate for the SVP, Head of Publishing & Creative position is a highly experienced executive with 8+ years of demonstrated A&R success landing chart-topping hit records. This role will oversee the AMG publishing roster, with a focus on nurturing talent, building strategic partnerships, driving catalog growth, and securing Top 40 Radio level placements.
The SVP will play a key role in creating high-level deal flow of hit-makers, leading the AMG A&R team, and continuing to develop an extensive creative network. This position requires deep industry knowledge, strong leadership skills, and a passion for music publishing. The ideal candidate for this role has numerous accounts of previous success with massive hit records.
Responsibilities
- Lead the company's creative and publishing division, overseeing talent strategy, catalog development, and industry relationships
- Sign and develop songwriters, producers, and artist-writers across multiple genres
- Set up strategic writing sessions, collaborations, and writing camps to maximize creative output and hit potential
- Collaborate with label A&Rs, managers, and artists to secure notable placements for the company's roster
- Pitch songs and demos for artist projects, film/TV, and brand campaigns, in close coordination with sync division
- Scout and evaluate new talent and publishing deal opportunities; oversee deal negotiation in partnership with legal and executive leadership
- Guide long-term career planning and creative strategy for writers and producers, enabling them to elevate their business actively
- Champion the company's catalog by identifying key songs for re-cuts, covers, or sync potential
- Maintain deep knowledge of music and cultural trends to inform creative signings and collaborations
- Travel when necessary, including representation at industry events, conferences, showcases, etc.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of experience in music publishing, A&R, and creative development with hit-maker songwriters and producers
- Proven track record of signing and developing commercially successful and critically acclaimed talent
- Deep understanding of the songwriting, artist development, and record-making process
- Strong relationships with label executives, managers, artists, other publishers, and culture defining songwriters and producers
- Excellent pitch instincts and a demonstrated ability to place songs across multiple channels
- Strategic thinker with strong leadership and team management skills
- Passion for songwriting and a sharp ear for hit potential across genres
- Knowledge of publishing contracts, rights management, and royalty structures
- Exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational abilities
- Self-starter with a creative, entrepreneurial mindset and a strong sense of integrity