Artist and Repertoire Workers

Salaries for artist and repertoire workers vary depending on work experience and the size of the record company. ZipRecruiter.com reported that entry-level A&R workers employed in Los Angeles, California, in July 2024 averaged $45,476 per year. Salaries ranged from $22,586 to $86,141. The average salary for A&R workers was about $73,566 in July 2024, according to Salary.com. Salaries ranged from $64,531 to $83,700. Artists and repertoire workers with years of experience earn higher salaries. For example, Glassdoor.com reported that A&R directors employed in the U.S. in June 2024 earned a median salary of $159,000; salaries ranged from $119,000 or less to $222,000 or more.

Full-time employment with a record company usually includes health and retirement benefits, as well as bonuses.