Manager, Artist Royalties
Universal Music GroupSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Sr. Copyright and Licensing Specialist - Essential Music Publishing at Sony Music Entertainment
Franklin, Tennessee, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Music Publishing, EntertainmentIndustries
Requirements
- Experienced publishing professional with demonstrated knowledge of current music publishing administration procedures
- Working knowledge and understanding of copyright law, licensing procedures, and royalty calculations (typically gained through three or more years of experience)
Responsibilities
- Spearhead Film/TV Licensing operations, including initiation of quotes, tracking of sync payments, and follow-up on outstanding items and license execution
- Collaborate with Director on strategic planning and execution of copyright registration, licensing, and copyright management
- Manage the Licensing@pmgsonymusic.com email account/inbox, providing prompt and effective responses to customer inquiries
- Collaborate with the Director to secure Derivative Work agreements for catalog protection and growth
- Identify and recover uncollected revenue through Metadata/Registration validation, ensuring alignment between recording and composition information across societies
- Work through the Common Works Registration (CWR) Acknowledgement file backlog for societies including ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, CMRRA, SOCAN, Harry Fox, and Music Mark
- Manage processing of translation requests, liaising with global partners for accurate translations into languages such as Spanish, Russian, Korean, Swedish, and German
- Ensure timely management of the Translations@pmgsonymusic.com inbox
- Contribute to catalog enrichment by adding lyrics to Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI) songs
- Collaborate with Director in maintaining and updating the catalog for relevance and accuracy
- Work with Director on the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) Data Quality Initiative to resolve conflicts
- Oversee processing of administration agreements for compliance and accuracy
- Validate royalty terms and conditions with meticulous attention to detail
- Manage accounts within the Maestro system
- Participate in cross-training to assist with other Publishing Administration Team functions, including registering songs with societies via CWR and processing quarterly royalty statements
Skills
Film/TV Licensing
Sync Licensing
Copyright Registration
Copyright Administration
License Tracking
Payment Follow-up
Email Management
Music Licensing
Sony Music Entertainment
Global music company managing artists and royalties
About Sony Music Entertainment
Sony Music Entertainment is a major player in the music industry, offering a wide range of services to artists and music fans. The company focuses on discovering and promoting musical talent while managing music rights and royalties. It generates revenue through music sales, including physical albums, digital downloads, and streaming, as well as licensing deals for use in films and commercials. Live performances and tours also contribute to its income, along with managing artists' royalties to ensure fair compensation. A key feature is the Artist Portal, which provides artists with tools to analyze their earnings and make informed decisions about their careers. Sony Music is dedicated to nurturing new talent through internships and career opportunities, ensuring a pipeline of future industry leaders. Overall, Sony Music Entertainment stands out for its comprehensive approach to talent management, music production, and financial transparency.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1929Year Founded
GROWTH_EQUITY_NON_VCCompany Stage
Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees