Royalty Coordinator

Description

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.

The Role Remix: EMPIRE is looking for a Royalty Coordinator to join our downtown San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will be an extremely detail-oriented person, who can handle the coordinator duties listed below as well as anything thrown their way. 

As a Royalty Coordinator, you’ll be supporting the royalties processes. We’re looking for a talented, organized and motivated coordinator to contribute to our growing department. You will be responsible for obtaining, interpreting, and updating royalty data, and relaying to clients both accurately and timely. This is your opportunity to work with a fast-growing, down-to-earth company in the music industry.

• Review and analyze recording, producer, and publisher agreements for the purpose of identifying and summarizing the applicable royalty rates, related terms, and payee information 
• Communicate with clients and maintain royalty based email inbox 
• Data entry of agreement terms into EMPIRE’s artist royalty system
• Preparing accurate monthly artist royalty statements
• Assist with producer invoice processing
• Work with development team on system improvements
• Obtain and process source statements
• Reconcile statements, reports, and earnings
• Various ad-hoc projects and reports as requested

Key Notes for Success:

• Experience in music/entertainment industry
• Accounting or finance experience
• Excel proficiency including VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and pivot tables
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google documents, Google sheets
• Strong administrative skills
• You understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to juggle multiple projects at a time and complete tasks fully through
• Work independently and in a team environment
• You're not afraid to ask questions and learn as you work

Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000/annual salary + benefits + discretionary bonus + profit sharing program

The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

At EMPIRE, we value diversity and always treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you are passionate about the music industry, and looking for a challenging role in a fast-paced, innovative environment, apply today. We look forward to hearing from you.

Perks Playlist:

• 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 Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, and Sick) 
• Company 401(k) Plan
• Wellness Resources
• Commuter Allowance
• Cell Phone Allowance

About EMPIRE: Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE is currently leading through its innovative and progressive approach to the digital music era across its label, distribution and publishing arms. 

With its focus on early stage artist development, the San Francisco based company has been instrumental in identifying future icons and launching the careers of both Multi-platinum and Grammy Award winning artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Fireboy 

DML, Yung Bleu, Migos, Asake, XXXtentacion, and Anderson .Paak to name a few. After this early success, EMPIRE was quickly regarded as a tastemaker in the industry and premier independent record label.  

More than a decade in, EMPIRE continues to grow – expanding the Publishing division with a partnership with superproducer Hit-Boy and his Surf Club collective and acquiring Dirtybird Records in 2022 to amplify the Dance arm. EMPIRE has expanded the team throughout the globe on the African continent, Europe, Asia, North America, and South America. With the company and roster excelling at a breakneck pace, EMPIRE has effectively disrupted a stale business model by bringing its energy, expertise, and acumen to its artists and labels. 

Through crafting bespoke deals that are always in favor of the artist, EMPIRE is able to form a true partnership with each artist and label on its roster. Coupled with their unique software for analytics, recoupment, and royalties, which is available to every partner, the company offers a level of transparency unprecedented in the music industry.