Richard Pattison
About Richard Pattison
Richard Pattison serves as the Director of Artist & Label Development at The Orchard, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in the music industry, having held various roles at The Orchard since 2011, and is responsible for identifying new talent and fostering partnerships to support artist and label growth.
Work at Orchard
Richard Pattison has held multiple roles at The Orchard, a global music distribution company. He began his tenure as Label Manager from 2011 to 2014, where he focused on managing label relationships. He then advanced to Senior Artist & Label Development from 2018 to 2021, overseeing the development of artist and label strategies. In 2021, he was appointed Director Artist & Label Development, a position he currently holds. In this role, he actively seeks out new talent for signings and engages in partnerships to enhance artist and label development.
Education and Expertise
Richard Pattison studied at the University of Surrey from 2007 to 2010, where he earned a degree in Music. Prior to that, he attended Hills Road Sixth Form College from 2004 to 2006, studying Mathematics, Physics, Music, and Computing. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in the music industry, particularly in artist and label development.
Background
Richard Pattison has extensive experience in the music industry, particularly in artist and label development. He has worked at The Orchard for over a decade, contributing to various aspects of music distribution and licensing. His roles have included responsibilities in negotiation for licensing and distribution agreements, showcasing his expertise in the business side of music.
Achievements
Throughout his career at The Orchard, Richard Pattison has been involved in driving all stages of negotiation for licensing and distribution agreements. His current role as Director Artist & Label Development highlights his commitment to enhancing artist and label growth. He has played a significant role in seeking out new talent and forming partnerships to support the development of artists and labels in the music industry.