Caroline Ellis Ascends to Vice President of A&R at Island Records

Universal Music Group‘s Island Records has promoted Caroline Ellis to Vice President, A&R.

Based in Los Angeles, she will report to Jackie Winkler, Senior Vice President, Head of A&R, Island Records.

Ellis will continue to handle A&R for artists across the label, including Chappell Roan and Suki Waterhouse.

Ellis recently signed the Platinum-certified actress, Waterhouse, who is currently in the studio working on new music.

Island Records promoted Jackie Winkler to SVP, Head of A&R in September 2024.

Elsewhere at Island, the label promoted Marshall Nolan to Executive Vice President, Head of Commercial Strategy, in April.

Ellis joined Island Records in 2020 as Senior Director, A&R.

Prior to that, Ellis “nurtured talent” at Interscope Records, working with The 1975, The Japanese House, Jack Garratt and Pale Waves.

“Caroline has impeccable taste and a rare ability to connect with artists, building the kind of trust that fuels great music.”

Jackie Winkler

“Caroline has impeccable taste and a rare ability to connect with artists, building the kind of trust that fuels great music,” said Winkler. “Her exceptional ear and steady temperament are true assets to the team, and I’m thrilled to see her step into this richly deserved role as VP of A&R.”

“The legacy of Island Records is never lost on me; it’s incredibly rewarding to be able to help shape the future of the label.”

Caroline Ellis

“The legacy of Island Records is never lost on me; it’s incredibly rewarding to be able to help shape the future of the label,” said Ellis.

“I feel very fortunate to be part of a team that’s so deeply invested in the quality and craft of music, as well as the experience of the artists behind it.”Music Business Worldwide