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A&R Trainee Program at CHAPTER EIGHT Records [Now accepting application for September and October 2026]

Posted Oct 15, 2026

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BEFORE EIGHT Group GmbH

BochumRemote

EnglishPart-timeNo German needed

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Salary (estimate)

Full-time reference: €37,000–€58,000/year

About this job

Music, TikTok, YouTube, playlists - what does the future of the music industry look like? With us, you'll be up close and personal! As a young and dynamically growing company in the music industry founded in 2019, we at CHAPTER EIGHT Records are looking for committed employees for our record labels.The A&R Trainee Program is designed to develop dynamic A&Rs focused on scouting and signing viral tracks, with a strong emphasis on proactive, outbound talent acquisition.

Tasks

Talent Scouting: Use TikTok to identify trending and emerging artists, sounds, and music trends.
Content Curation: Customize a feed to spot new talents and trending music effectively.
Data-Driven Insights: Utilize specialized tools and platforms to assess new releases and track artist performance.
Collaboration and Feedback: Participate in weekly meetings to discuss deals, artist outreach, and challenges; maintain close communication with team leads and receive regular feedback.

Requirements

Talent Scouting Intuition: No prior experience required; we value a strong sense for trends and the ability to spot potential viral artists.

Creative skills and an eye for detail to develop innovative tracks

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact effectively with artists and partners

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

This is what awaits you in our team:

Comprehensive A&R Training: Receive in-depth training to develop the skills needed to excel as an A&R, including talent scouting, outbound strategies, and industry insights.
A creative and diverse working environment in the music and media industry.
Fair pay, whether you work full-time or part-time.
An office in Bochum city centre and several team events a year.
Start-up atmosphere: Our flat hierarchies give us plenty of personal room for manoeuvre for your suggestions, wishes and ideas.
Thanks to our young corporate culture, you will become an integral part of our success story, which you can actively help to shape.
Trial Period (3 months) & Time Position: Following a successful trial, your performance will be reviewed, with the potential to move to a full-time role with a higher base pay.

Are you a creative mind? Become an A&R for our innovative music agency and labels! Apply now and rock the industry! 🎸

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Job facts

Employer: BEFORE EIGHT Group GmbH
Role: A&R Trainee Program at CHAPTER EIGHT Records [Now accepting application for September and October 2026]
City: Bochum
Work mode: Remote
Language: English
Seniority: not stated
Posted: Oct 15, 2026
Source: Arbeitnow

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