Administrator, Royalty Tracking and Analytics

Job Description

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

 

How We LEAD:

As part of the Capitol CMG Publishing team, this Royalty Tracking and Analytics Administrator role will support the publishing Data Analytics and Copyright teams in collecting and managing data, analyzing royalty and income trends, and researching data discrepancies across multiple data sets and revenue sources. The applicant should possess an innate curiosity and desire for accuracy. Strong analytical skills are a must, and familiarity with Excel, SQL, and data organization are a plus.

How You'll CREATE:

• Assist with analysis of income and royalty trends from digital accounts, mechanical societies, Performing Rights Organizations, sub-publishers, and other income sources

• Provide research and data management support to the Data Analytics and Copyright teams

• Investigate discrepancies in royalty earnings and song metadata

• Manage and regularly audit ISRC database

• Research, identify, and chase any outstanding royalties due on licensed or un-licensed song uses

• Provide custom reporting and analysis to the CCMG Publishing team

• Audit unprocessed royalties and provide guidance to Royalties team on how to process royalty payments as needed

• Respond to royalty inquiries from writers and partners in a timely manner with a customer service mindset

• Process adjustments to royalty postings as needed

• Calculate advances due to writers as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Bring Your VIBE:

• 1-3 years relevant music industry, finance, or data analytics experience

• General knowledge of music publishing, copyright, and royalties

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

• Experience organizing and managing large databases

• Familiarity with SQL or other coding languages a plus

• Natural curiosity and ability to recognize data discrepancies

• Strong analytical and research skills

• Strong communication skills

Perks Playlist:

• Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:

  • 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services

  • Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

  • A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants

  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

  • 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation

• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

  • 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

  • 2-weeks paid Winter Break

  • 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

  • Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

  • Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

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