LABEL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR, CATALOG RELEASES

LABEL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR, CATALOG RELEASES
(Can be based in either Nashville or New York)

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 Description:

We seek an enthusiastic Coordinator to act as the Recordings Department's primary liaison, coordinating with Business Affairs, Copyright, Operations and Finance teams to ensure that audio and audiovisual releases of legacy recordings and new recording projects are completed smoothly, fully cleared and on time.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Budget/P&L Tracking:

• Administer and track recorded music budgets, including recording costs, artwork costs and other project-related expenses.
• Research and manage royalty information for artists, songwriters, producers, and other related costs to project development.
• Summarize and communicate appropriate deal terms and rates for all payees and relevant mechanical licensing requirements

Rights Research:

• Research legacy recording details and compile product history
• Review artist, producer and other rights related contracts
• Identify required third party clearances and approvals for recording projects
• Work with legal and business affairs team to understand relevant contracts

Data and Project Management:

• Maintain accurate records of all recording projects, including contracts.
• Communicate with Artist teams and prior labels
• Organize and maintain data related to artists, projects, and releases, including metadata and track information.
• Communicate issues and assist with clearance process as needed

Qualifications :

• Has 3+ years' experience working at a record label or equivalent music industry position, preferably in project management, label operations, or contract management, or A&R Admin
• Familiarity with various types of music contracts
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across creative, corporate and business teams
• Solutions-oriented, proactive and comfortable working both independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Strong organizational and project management skills and excellent attention to detail

Preferred Skills :

• Experience interpreting various types of entertainment contracts including recording deals, license agreements, distribution agreements and catalog buyouts
• Experience interpreting artist, producer, and other third-party royalty provisions
• Passion for music of all styles and eras and interest in the administration and operational side of the record business

Benefits and Compensation:
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 and vacation time off.

The estimated base salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 per year. The actual salary rate offered to candidates will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, years of relevant experience, business needs, and the candidate's overall qualifications for the position as assessed by Primary Wave. The salary range is subject to change at any time and depends on internal and external factors.

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 link below to complete an application and submit your resume.

Individuals can perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.