💼 Full-Time Position

A&R Manager, MENA

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Kedoo Entertainment
📍 dubai, dubai emirate, United-Arab-Emirates
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Location
dubai, United-Arab-Emirates
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Posted
June 11, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Identify, sign, and develop talent (artists, producers, and independent labels) for FreshTunes' Select catalogue. Build the regional repertoire pipeline with focus on commercially promising artists in MENA-pop, Khaleeji, Egyptian shaabi / mahraganat, Arabic hip-hop, Levantine indie, and Maghreb urban genres.

Key Responsibilities

  • Talent scouting across social channels (TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat — critical in KSA), local platforms, showcases, clubs, and music competitions.
  • Manage candidate pipeline and lead signing negotiations for FreshTunes services (distribution, label services, marketing).
  • Oversee release cycles end-to-end: release plan, marketing assets, coordination with the Account team for DSP promotion.
  • Track regional chart movements and competitive landscape (Mass Appeal Arabia, Empire MENA, Universal Arabia).
  • Mentor artists on metadata, creative packaging, and release strategy.
  • Deliver monthly A&...