Business Area
Record Label
Job Description
Confirm publishing splits and writer credits, and vendor/payee names, addresses and other information with various music publishing companies and other publishing rights administrators; Compile the necessary information regarding musical compositions embodied in the recordings and records that WMG releases and then enter that information into WMG’s internal databases and royalty systems; Analyze contract amendments and other related agreements in order to amend existing rates & royalties in WMG’s internal copyright system; Partner with IT in testing of rate updates in WMG’s internal copyright system; Liaise with other departments and with WMG’s record labels in Nashville, Los Angeles and New York, as needed, to perform the tasks described above (e.g., to obtain copies of artist recording agreements, album track lists); Respond to inquiries from music publishers and other music publishing rights administrators regarding licenses or payments issued by WMG; and Perform any other duties and tasks related to the Department’s role and responsibilities that might be assigned by the Team’s senior management from time to time.
Pathway
Bachelor’s degree required. Experience working in a position or positions involving the administration of mechanical or other publishing royalties. Candidate should understand recording agreements and/or rate escalations.
Required Skills
Candidate must have experience working with large data sets; Candidate must possess excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills; Candidate must be able to work well independently and as part of a team; and Candidate must be able to meet deadlines consistently and effectively while working under pressure.