Publishing Research Coordinator

EMPIRE • San Francisco, CA

156d • $19 - $32

About The Position

EMPIRE is a premier and dynamic music company that prides itself on the development and support of independent artists. We are a rapidly growing firm that has been making waves in the music industry, with an extensive portfolio that spans multiple genres and reaches audiences worldwide. We have become the largest independent record label in the U.S., with a significant global presence covering Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and North and South America. We keep ourselves busy with a large range of music-related services from original content and marketing to distribution and recordings. Our commitment to artistic creativity, innovation, and progressive business solutions forms the foundation of our corporate culture. We believe in fostering talent, not just in our artists but also within our professional teams. As we continue to expand, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior administrative experience is required, ideally in the music industry.
• Knowledge of online research resources and best practices, with a keen eye for dubious or significant results.
• Ability to recognize patterns in data and search results.
• Understanding of and experience managing music metadata.
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills, and the ability to both accurately record and follow detailed processes.
• Knowledge of intellectual property and copyright, specifically related to musical works and recordings.
• Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to share results and accomplishments effectively.
• Ability to collaborate both internally and with groups outside the team.
• Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Excel.
• Must be based in San Francisco Bay Area or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Research and capture song information from a variety of rights organizations, including ASCAP, BMI, and the MLC, as well as Spotify, YouTube, and more.
• Manage the EMPIRE content management system's accurate writer, publisher, and work data.
• Migrate and transform research results and client-submitted data to a standardized template.
• Assist client managers with additional catalog research and cleanup projects.
• Report findings and make recommendations to the copyright team.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
• Healthcare and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, and Sick)
• Company 401(k) Plan
• Wellness Resources
• Commuter Allowance
• Cell Phone Allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree