Talent Signing Assistant – Music & A&R (Commission + Bonus)

Company Description

Grind By Faith Music Group (GBF Music Group) is an independent record label and creative hub dedicated to discovering, developing, and promoting diverse talent across Afrobeats, Afro-Drill, R&B, Pop, and other emerging global genres. Our focus areas include artist development, strategic distribution, content and campaign execution, brand partnerships, and sync licensing. We are committed to empowering rising artists with the resources, structure, and access needed to scale in today’s music industry.

Role Overview

The Talent Signing Assistant will support the Artist & Repertoire (A&R) and Label Relations team by identifying new talent, engaging prospective artists, and contributing to early-stage development and signing efforts. This role is well suited for individuals who want experience in A&R, talent discovery, and artist relations within an independent label environment.

This is a remote, commission-based independent contractor role with performance-based earning opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify emerging artists across TikTok, Instagram, SoundCloud, YouTube, DSPs, and live platforms

• Conduct outreach to prospective artists and managers to introduce GBF Music Group’s development and distribution opportunities

• Assist with early-stage artist communication, onboarding steps, and information gathering

• Review music, visuals, metrics, and positioning to support internal A&R and signing decisions

• Track music industry trends, genre movements, and release strategies

• Maintain organized databases, reports, and scouting pipelines

• Support cross-team communication with A&R, marketing, distribution, and sync departments

• Assist with rollout planning and basic marketing support after artists are signed

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong interest in A&R, talent scouting, or music industry business development

• Knowledge of emerging music culture, digital platforms, and audience trends

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Confident and professional outreach ability

• Organized, proactive, and able to work independently without supervision

• Comfortable with research, tracking data, and using online tools

• Passion for artist development and global music markets

Preferred but not required: experience in artist management, playlisting, sync, PR, campus music orgs, street team work, or marketing.

Compensation & Advancement

• Commission and bonus-based earnings tied to completed artist signings and performance milestones

• Opportunity to expand into increased commission tiers and future paid roles

• Access to label operations, development strategy, and industry networks

• Experience applicable to careers in A&R, music business development, artist management, sync, and marketing

Classification

This role is classified as an independent contractor (1099). It is not an employee or internship position. Compensation is performance-based and not hourly.