Terese Joseph has joined Warner Records as SVP of A&R Administration. She most recently served as head of Label Operations at Se LaVi/Rebel Music.

Los Angeles-based Joseph, who will report to EVP/Head of A&R Karen Kwak, will also work closely with EVP/Head of Business & Legal Affairs Julian Petty.

“I’ve known Terese for many years, starting back in our Island/Def Jam days in New York,” Kwak said. “She’s a well-respected and knowledgeable player in the field, playing an integral role in the delivery of massively successful projects for music legends to newcomers alike.”

“Karen has managed A&R teams to always be centered around the needs of the artists,” Joseph said. “I’m excited to be reuniting with her and joining a dynamic group with such a strong artist-first mindset.”

Joseph began her career as an intern with the Island Def Jam Music Group and eventually landed at UMG’s Victor Victor Worldwide as VP of A&R operations. There, she played an integral role in the success of JAY-Z, Kanye West, Rihanna, Nas, Justin Bieber and the late Pop Smoke, among others.

Prior to her tenure at Se LaVi/Rebel, Joseph was VP of A&R Operations at Capitol Records.