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EMPIRE · 4 months ago

Copyright Coordinator

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$19.18/hr - $35/hr

2+ years exp

EMPIRE is a premier and dynamic music company that supports independent artists and is the largest independent record label in the U.S. They are seeking a Publishing Copyright Coordinator to ensure accurate registration of their global catalog with Collective Management Organizations and performance rights societies. The role involves resolving metadata disputes, collaborating with internal teams, and identifying process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Information TechnologyMusicMusic Label

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Audit, review, and update work registrations with global CMOs (e.g., ASCAP, BMI, PRS, GEMA, SACEM, JASRAC, SOCAN, etc.)

Resolve metadata disputes, ownership conflicts, and society claim blockages that impede royalty flows

Investigate and reconcile discrepancies related to ISWCs, IPIs, ISRCs, writer splits, or work titles

Collaborate with sub-publishers, CMOs, and internal teams to validate and update ownership data

Support ingestion accuracy and monitor society confirmation or rejection of registered works

Track conflict resolutions and maintain documentation of communication and outcomes

Proactively identify process gaps and support the implementation of data governance improvements

Participate in special projects and global rights alignment initiatives

Qualification

Music publishing experienceCopyright administrationGlobal royalty systemsCWR familiarityISWCIPIISRC knowledgeRights management softwareAnalytical skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCross-functional collaboration

Required

2 - 4 years of experience in music publishing, copyright administration, or global royalty systems

Bachelor's degree or equivalent skills and experience

Familiarity with CWR, work identifiers (ISWC, IPI, ISRC), and society claim processes

Experience navigating international CMO portals and resolving registration issues

Proficiency in Excel, Google Workspace, and rights management software is a plus

Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills

Clear, professional communication skills, both verbal and written

Comfortable working cross-functionally across teams and external partners

Must be based in San Francisco Bay Area or willing to relocate

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

Company

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.

Founded in 2010

San Francisco, California, USA

201-500 employees