Benjamin Mathewson
About Benjamin Mathewson
Benjamin Mathewson serves as the Associate Director of A&R Administration at Ultra Records, a position he has held since 2022. He has a diverse background in music and sports, including coaching ice hockey and various roles in the music industry.
Current Role at Sony Music Entertainment
Benjamin Mathewson serves as the Associate Director of A&R Administration at Ultra Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the management and development of artist relationships and project coordination within the label. His role involves overseeing various administrative tasks that support the A&R department, ensuring efficient operations in Nashville, Tennessee.
Previous Experience in Music Industry
Before his current role, Mathewson accumulated extensive experience in the music industry. He worked at Ropeadope in various capacities, including Digital Services Assistant, Director of Label Management, and President of Label Operations. His tenure at Ropeadope spanned from 2013 to 2022, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of label operations and artist management.
Coaching Experience at Father Ryan High School
Since 2020, Mathewson has been involved in coaching ice hockey at Father Ryan High School in Nashville, Tennessee. His role as an ice hockey coach allows him to share his passion for the sport and mentor young athletes, contributing to their development both on and off the ice.
Education and Academic Background
Mathewson has a solid educational foundation in music business and liberal arts. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Music Business from Belmont University, where he studied from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, he completed an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences at SUNY Broome Community College from 2010 to 2012.
Earlier Career and Roles
Mathewson's earlier career included various roles that provided him with diverse skills. He worked as Operations Staff for the Nashville Predators from 2014 to 2016 and served as a Customer Service Representative at Bandago Van Rental for a brief period in 2016. Additionally, he contributed as a Contributing Writer for SB Nation from 2018 to 2020, showcasing his versatility in different fields.