Prescription Songs

Background:

Prescription Songs is a leading independent music publishing company, founded in 2014 by hit songwriter and producer Dr. Luke, built on a songwriter-first philosophy and a long-term commitment to creative development. Over the past decade, the company has become a defining force in modern music publishing. In nearly any given week on the Billboard Hot 100, Prescription writers are behind many of the chart’s biggest records.

Its staff and roster of legendary and emerging songwriters and producers sit at the forefront of the industry, creating many of today's biggest chart-topping hits. Recent successes span pop, hip-hop, and international chart-toppers.

• Pop / Dance:
  
  • Dua Lipa – “Don’t Start Now” (4x-platinum)
  • Sam Smith & Kim Petras – “Unholy” (2x-platinum)
  • Lauv – “I Like Me Better” (5x-platinum)
  • Myles Smith – “Stargazing” (3x-platinum)
• Hip-Hop / Rap:
  
  • Doja Cat – “Say So” (7x-platinum) and Kiss Me More” (5x-platinum)
  • 24kGoldn feat. iann dior – “Mood” (8x-platinum)
  • Latto – “Big Energy” (4x-platinum)
  • Lil Nas X – “THAT’S WHAT I WANT” (3x-platinum)
• Latin / Global Hits:
  
  • Becky G & KAROL G – “MAMIII” (23x-platinum)

Alongside dozens of multi-platinum, global-chart-topping releases, Prescription Songs continues to expand its influence across genres, nurturing emerging talent, and shaping the sound of modern music worldwide.

Beyond commercial success, Prescription Songs’ roster has earned widespread industry recognition, including multiple GRAMMY Award wins and nominations, ASCAP and BMI Songwriter of the Year Awards, iHeartRadio Producer of the Year, the VMA Push New Artist Award, Spotify Secret Genius of the Year, and the Hal David Starlight Award. The company has been ranked #6 on Billboard’s Hot 100 Publishing Corporations Year-End Chart—the #1 independent publisher—and named ASCAP Indie Publisher of the Year multiple times.

Leveraging its award-winning roster, Prescription Songs operates from Los Angeles and Nashville. These two markets are among the world’s most vibrant music hubs, rich in emerging and established talent and unmatched creative energy. The company provides comprehensive publishing services, including creative development, synchronization, rights administration, and global royalty collection, all within a boutique, collaborative framework.

Links: https://prescriptionsongs.com/  

Any interested candidates should contact TurnkeyZRG directly.
Contacting Prescription Songs will only delay consideration of your qualifications.

Position Summary: 

The Head of A&R is the senior executive responsible for setting and executing the company’s overall A&R vision, strategy, and performance standards. This role leads and mentors A&R teams across offices (Nashville & LA), fostering a culture of creative excellence, accountability, and long-term talent development. The Head of A&R owns high-stakes dealmaking and core creative relationships, oversees signings from initial discovery through sustained commercial and artistic success, and ensures an exceptional and supportive experience for writers and producers.

Serving as a central connector across the organization, the Head of A&R partners closely with Creative, Business Affairs, Finance, PR, and the Executive team to align creative priorities with business objectives. Equally fluent in the studio, in detailed royalty and catalog reviews, and in board-level discussions, this leader balances creative intuition with commercial rigor, translating artistic vision into durable enterprise value.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Dealmaking & Writer Catalog Management

• Discuss, structure, negotiate, and execute publishing deals, owning key deal points and partnering closely with Business Affairs and Finance for approval.
• Lead meetings with prospective signings, clearly articulating the company’s creative vision, track record, and growth story to convert high-potential talent.
• Oversee the full Nashville writer roster, supporting high-level session strategy, pitching, and relationship management.
• Resolve complex split disputes and maintain fair, timely outcomes that protect relationships and catalog value.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor the A&R team in Nashville and company-wide, in partnership with the Head of A&R (West Coast), establishing clear standards for scouting, development, pitching cadence, and reporting.
• Run internal A&R meetings, reviews, and planning, fostering a culture of feedback, creative rigor, and transparent communication.
• Partner on hiring strategy and interview pipelines for A&R and studio/creative roles, ensuring onboarding is structured for immediate impact.  

Executive Communication & Governance

• Maintain a tight operating rhythm with the President/Founder across deal approvals, financial signoffs, and key Nashville updates.
• Participate in executive meetings and royalty reviews, translating insights into clear priorities and next actions for A&R teams and writers.
• Coordinate with PR/Comms on priority narratives, releases, and key moments for writers and the company brand.

Financial Stewardship & Operations

• Approve Nashville A&R expenses, travel, PTO, and staffing logistics in alignment with Finance and HR policies.
• Own Nashville A&R operations, including office calendar, meeting cadence, vendor and partner coordination, and studio oversight.
• Manage project budgets (e.g., recording costs) and contractor/engineer hours, ensuring accurate tracking, timely approvals, and cost discipline.

Creative Strategy & Market Development

• Build and scale relationships with high-level executives, managers, and creatives in Nashville and globally.
• Maintain a forward-looking creative pipeline, identifying priority writers, producers, and collaborators while driving high-impact sessions and cuts.
• Travel regularly to Los Angeles to support writer development, staff collaboration, and long-term relationship building.  

What Success Looks Like (12–18 months)

• High-quality signings and re-signs with clear creative theses and measurable momentum (cuts, holds, syncs).
• Reduced cycle times from interest → term sheet → execution; clean handoffs to BA/Finance/Operations.
• Healthy roster growth and retention; timely, equitable split resolutions; robust co-write ecosystem.
• Clear reporting cadence and partnership with Exec/Finance on royalties, P&L, and catalog performance.
• Strong A&R team performance: hiring, mentorship, playbooks, and consistent creative output.

Required Qualifications:  

• Deep, trusted network in Nashville and key major markets, with strong relationships across writers, managers, producers, and executives.
• Expert understanding of publishing deal structures (e.g., admin vs. co-pub, MDRC, options, escalations, splits).
• Highly fluent in royalty mechanics and statement analysis, with strong data literacy across streaming, charts, and market analytics.
• Proven people leader with experience hiring, coaching, performance management, and influencing cross-functional partners.
• Organized and decisive under pressure, demonstrating excellent judgment, discretion, and written and verbal communication.
• Embody a service-oriented work ethic with a heavy emphasis on friendly, clear, and transparent communication skills to unify internal and external partners
• Creatively driven and energized by collaborative, team-based environments.
• Comfortable with industry-standard tools including Songspace/Disco, Chartmetric/ROSTR, PRO and MLC portals, G Suite/Microsoft 365, and Slack/Teams.

Background Qualifications:

• 8–12+ years in A&R within music publishing (required) with a proven track record of impactful signings and catalog results.

Compensation & Benefits:  

• Competitive base, discretionary bonus, A&R bonus plan, and benefits.
• Final package commensurate with experience and track record.

ZRG’S Commitment:

At ZRG, we do not just accept differences—we celebrate and support it. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital or partnership status, military or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. ZRG is an equal opportunity employer and workplace, and we encourage applicants of all backgrounds & communities to apply.