Sony Music Publishing UK today announced the promotion of Naomi Ar to Vice President, Songwriter Services and Neighbouring Rights.
In her elevated role, Ar will serve as the go-to contact for SMP UK’s catalogue songwriters and clients and will be responsible for expanding opportunities and driving success for their songs both locally and internationally. She will also continue to oversee the company’s Neighbouring Rights division. Ar will remain based in the company’s London office, reporting to SMP UK Co-Managing Directors David Ventura and Tim Major.
Naomi Ar said, “I’m so excited to take on this role – I love being part of the SMP team, and I am grateful to have their support. It is an honor to work with such amazing catalogue songwriters and clients, and I look forward to partnering with them to maximize the full potential of their legendary songs.”
Sony Music Publishing UK Co-Managing Director Tim Major said, “Naomi’s role in bridging the gap between Neighbouring Rights and Publishing has been vital. Songwriter Services and our legacy catalogue is part of the Sony Music Publishing DNA, and Naomi understands this ethos through and through. We know will be integral in continuing to develop the success of our writers and their iconic songs.”
Since joining SMP in 2020, Naomi Ar has been instrumental in advancing the company’s Neighbouring Rights initiatives and supporting talent across its roster. Prior to her time at the company, was Director and President of Wixen Music UK Ltd., where focused on Neighbouring Rights. As the co-founder of the Independent Alliance for Artist Rights (IAFAR), Ar is a leading advocate for standardization and increased transparency across Neighbouring Rights.
