Director - Mechanical Licensing
Warner Music Group
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Job Title: Director, Mechanical Licensing
A little bit about our team:
The Mechanical licensing team's main focus is the clearing and licensing of all WCM songs released in physical and digital audio format. By working closely with internal departments, record labels, various major publishers, and the Harry Fox Agency the Mechanical Licensing Dept. makes sure our writers' songs are cleared, licensed at the proper mechanical rates and set up for payment. Mechanical royalties are a vital source of revenue for our songwriters so we are looking for detailed oriented applicants who are ready to get involved in this exciting facet of the industry.
Why this could be your next big break:
Under general supervision, with latitude for independent judgment and decision, is responsible for managing and administering the mechanical licensing aspects of the Mechanical Licensing departmental function.
Here you'll get to:
• Supervise the analyses, verification, correction (if necessary) and execution of licenses through research and review with in-house and third party stakeholders and available data sources; communicate directly with affected parties to ascertain reasons behind inadequate or delinquent execution of licensing agreements; coordinate the adjudication and/or settlement thereof, if problems arise.
• Be the primary contact of affiliated World Wide offices, as well as outside stakeholders in connection with specialized or strategic mechanical licensing uses.
• Negotiate special rates for license and serves as liaison and ''front-line representative'' for the Company in all facets of the mechanical licensing activities.
• Interact with representatives from the IT, Legal, Royalty, Creative and Copyright departments of the Company, as well as with attorneys, agents, clients, third party music users, HFA, CMRRA, BMI, and ASCAP.
• Participate in departmental meetings as a key member of management team; prepare correspondence and requisite reports.
• Confer with SVP, Administration to implement changes needed to accommodate ever developing trends in licensing, technology, and record label policies and practices.
• Be responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, interviewing; hiring and training employees; planning; assigning; and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Rockstar candidates will have/be able to:
• A high school level education, or its equivalent, and, a baccalaureate degree with a major in accounting and/or business administration.
• Five (5) years of responsible professional experience in Music Publishing Administration within a Mechanical Licensing department, at least two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity, or, a satisfactory equivalent of education, training and experience in related fields and/or educational disciplines, sufficient to qualify for the requirements of position.
• Handle and safeguard confidential and proprietary information.
• Effectively communicate internally and/or externally in a manner consistent with the company's Code of Conduct and core values.
• Come to work on time without restriction as to time commitment.
• Read and understand materials and documents and have the ability to recognize and extract critical data and information.
• Perform all diverse physical tasks necessary to complete all the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Work at and utilize all necessary functions of a computer in order to complete all the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
• General computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of general business practices.
• A strong work ethic.
• Strong organization skills and pay high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Adhere to deadlines and execute on tasks and handle multiple, diverse assignments.
• Produce quality work and be accountable.
• Manage time and work well in a team.
• The ability to be innovative and suggest change/improvements within scope of work.
• Anticipate needs and create efficient and effective processes.
• Be a self-starter, self-motivated, and take responsibility/ownership of tasks.
• Think outside the box proactively, strategically, and analytically.
• Consistently take initiative.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing situations.
It would be music to our ears if you also had:
• Coursework to have included principles of music management, accounting, finance and/or related systems preferred.
Why join us?
Warner Music Group is all about our people. We are one global company made up of the most knowledgeable, passionate, and creative people in our business.
It is the mission of every member of the WMG team around the world to create a nurturing environment for artists, songwriters, and the people behind the music, every stage of their career. We strive to set WMG apart from the rest of the industry by embracing a philosophy of innovation that is part of our company's DNA.
Consider a career at WMG and be a part of one of the biggest forces in music today.
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Don't be discouraged if you don't hear from us right away. We're taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.
Thanks for your interest in working for Warner Music Group. We love it here, and think you will too.
Warner Music Group is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition as defined by state law (genetic characteristics or cancer), physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. WMG will consider employment for qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box).
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