Warner/Chappell Music (WCM), the music publishing arm of Warner Music Group, has promoted of Katie Vinten to Vice President, A&R.
Vinten previously served as Director, A&R. Based at the company’s Los Angeles headquarters, Vinten will continue to scout, sign and develop new and established songwriting talent.
She will continue to report to WCM President, North America, Jon Platt.
“I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Katie for many years, dating back to our days at EMI,” said Platt.
“She’s an exceptional publisher who time and again brings out the best in our songwriters. Katie is a star who has only just begun to show us the depth of her talents, and I’m excited to see what’s to come.”
Vinten said, “I’m in pursuit of excellence on behalf of our songwriters and my colleagues; we are a team. I love the process of taking talented songwriters to the next level by providing a level of service and commitment they simply will not find elsewhere.
“Fortunately, I’ve worked under the mentorship of, unquestionably, the best music publishing executive in the business, as well as a crew of exceptionally talented songwriters.
“Warner/Chappell is an incredible environment where we aim to cultivate a songwriter’s career at every level, and I’m thrilled to be a part of it.”Music Business Worldwide