Assistant, Production and Distribution

A little bit about us: APG is an independent new-model label and music publisher. Led by veteran music executive Mike Caren, APG is a well-funded label / publisher with the agility of an indie and the muscle of a major. The company is fast paced, creative, and very close to the artists and writers. It’s a place for fast-moving but thoughtful and hardworking up-and-comers, determined to make a significant mark on the industry. We are looking for an assistant to support our Director, Production & Distribution with administrative and operational duties. TITLE: Assistant, Production and Distribution REPORTS TO: Director, Production & Distribution LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA What kind of person are you? Passion for music, especially urban and pop music Highly organized and detail-oriented Natural problem-solver, comfortable with operational and administrative work Great at time management Calm under pressure Key Responsibilities Maintain organized filing of client agreements, including signed T&Cs, amendments, clearance documents, and related correspondence Manage end-to-end new client onboarding, including catalog transfer delivery and takedowns, TikTok timestamp collection, and post-migration monitoring to ensure stream and engagement retention Oversee the Musixmatch relationship and upload lyrics for top-performing assets Maintain internal tracking sheets for incoming and outgoing clearances, samples, and related documentation Upload new music videos to DSPs and assist with QC corrections as needed Optimize assets for YouTube discovery and performance Review and resolve potential, disputed claims & asset conflicts in the YouTube CMS Support third-party payment processing for producers, side artists, studios, mixers, and other contributors, including vendor setup, payment communications, and document submission for approval Submit audio and video releases to Luminate and assist with RIAA certification processes Support BA team meetings, including agenda preparation, conference room and video call coordination (Zoom/Google Meet), and staff coordination as-needed; taking notes, and sending follow-ups Assist with BoxSign workflows and facilitate CEO signature procurement for label agreements Contribute to internal Automation/AI research initiatives and support adoption of emerging tools and workflows Requirements Proficient in Microsoft Office, G Suite, and macOS Highly organized with demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficient in tech-forward, GenAI platforms including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc. Beneficial Experience Prior experience in music distribution or related label operations YouTube CMS certifications Familiarity with project management tools Education College degree preferred, but not required Why join us? We are at the heart of the music business and launch more successful music careers, for artists & executives alike, than most of the industry. We have a fast-paced, exciting, and creative environment that is oriented for growth and career development. APG is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. Budget: $19 - $20/hour Temp to Hire Opportunity #J-18808-Ljbffr APG