Specialist Copyright Royalties
Universal Music Group
Woodland Hills, CAThis was removed by the employer on 8/9/2022 3:22:00 PM PST
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UMG is currently seeking a Specialist in its Copyright Royalties Department. The Specialist will, among other things: identify exploitations of assets, research song ownership, and verify and assign copyright ownership splits with internal and external parties as required. The position requires focus, diligence, and accuracy, all accomplished in a fast-paced environment. The Specialist must be agile and adaptable, organized and dependable – showing character and care for the work produced. The role also requires the ability to cultivate effective relationships with label personnel and other third parties.
How You'll CREATE:
• Identify all exploitations of a given asset for each assigned artist/product/schedule (via release schedules or sales files)
• Research song ownership based on preliminary label copy and internal system triggers
• Contact internal and external parties as required to verify copyright ownership splits
• Assign copyright ownership splits and licensing direction to all associated products and sales channels for a given asset
• Maintain contact records and update systems accordingly
• Provide notifications and status reports as required by North American Copyright Royalties policies
• Identify or create & assign royalty accounts for all verified publisher shares
• Other duties as assigned
• Subject to direction and discretion of Manager: Identify applicable clearances for licenses: investigate product configuration and/or sales channel to identify existing rights under blanket deals, controlled comp clauses, industry standards, etc.
• Rate calculation: mathematical calculation and assignment of applicable mechanical rates on a product and release basis, as required upon final confirmation of all applicable agreements and/or licenses
• Publisher notification or request: issuance of advice letters or direct license requests as appropriate for each product. System flagging and queuing for Share Services procedures.
• Analysis of quarterly pending product reports and corresponding assignment to respective staff members
• Product accruals: review of applicable agreements and sales reports to determine appropriate financial accruals on a monthly and quarterly basis
Bring your VIBE:
• Strong quantitative, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Learning agility
• Bias to action
• Perseverant and accountable
• Must be able to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Collaborative nature
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of P.C. and mainframe computer systems
• Available to work overtime as needed
• Industry or publishing experience (preferred)
• Proficient in MS Office Suite 2007 or above (all applications)
Perks Playlist:
• Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Benefits and Generous 401k Savings Plan with company matching
• Flexible Paid Time Off plus Paid Holidays, 2 week “Winter Break” & Wellness Fridays (year-round)
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement (after 12 months of service)
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (for you and your loved ones
• Annual Well-Being Allowance which includes Fitness, Travel, Home Enhancements, Nutrition, and Spa Treatment Reimbursements
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide proof of a negative PCR or Antigen test before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.