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COPYRIGHT COORDINATOR (Los Angeles, CA)

Primary Wave Music Publishing, LLC
$50,000 to $70,000 p/yr - The estimated base salary range for this position is $50,000 to $70,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, busin
life insurance, sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, Los Angeles
10850 Wilshire Boulevard (Show on map)
Feb 22, 2025
Primary Wave Music is the leading independent publisher of iconic and legendary music in the world. The company is home to some of the most iconic songwriters, artists, and record labels across the history of recorded music including Whitney Houston, James Brown, Prince, Bob Marley, Stevie Nicks, Talking Heads, Smokey Robinson, Village People, Crowded House, Burt Bacharach, Ray Charles, The Doors, Stone Temple Pilots, Sun Records, and many more. As a company, we strive for excellence in the pursuit of iconic artists and catalogs that not only reflect great artistry, but impact and influence culture. Job Overview: The Copyright Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the management, registration, and protection of musical works. This role ensures that Primary Wave complies with copyright laws and industry standards while effectively tracking and securing music rights and royalties. Key Responsibilities: Copyright and Database Management: Maintain and update a comprehensive database of music works, rights holders and licenses; including researching various rights and splits in internal and external public databases, e.g. Domestic and Foreign PROs/CMOs, SoundExchange Direct, publisher administrator portals, etc. This will also include researching Blackbox income with various sources. Rights Acquisition and Documentation: Assist the Rights Department in maintaining accurate records of music ownership, licensing, agreements and royalties. This will include various duties like income Tracking (facilitation of Letters of Direction) and implementation of various documentation and agreements. Contract Support: Collaborate within the Rights Department and with Business Affairs to ensure proper grasp of catalog rights and acquisitions. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in music business, law or related field (or equivalent experience), preferred. Proven experience in music copyright management, licensing, or intellectual property, preferably in a legal or music publishing environment. Strong knowledge of copyright law, licensing practices, and rights organizations such as ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC. Excellent organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with music copyright databases and industry software. Preferred Skills: Experience working with digital distribution platforms, music streaming services, and related technologies. Understanding of music publishing agreements, performance rights, and mechanical royalties. Knowledge of international copyright laws and practices. Benefits: We offer exceptional benefits, to our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an excellent career path. We provide one of the best available benefit programs for small businesses, including a healthcare plan, 401(k), long term and short-term disability, holidays, life insurance, hybrid work schedule, personal time, sick time and vacation. We work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture. To Apply: To respond to this great opportunity, please click on the below link to complete an application and submit your resume. Individuals can perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.