EMPIRE
Overview
Copyright Coordinator at EMPIRE. EMPIRE is a premier and dynamic music company focused on the development and support of independent artists. We are a growing firm with a global presence and a range of music-related services from original content and marketing to distribution and recordings. The Role: This role reports to the VP, Operations - Publishing and collaborates with internal copyright, royalties, and tech leads. You will ensure our global catalog is registered accurately, efficiently, and strategically across worldwide CMOs and performance rights societies. This position is ideal for a meticulous, solutions-oriented professional with a passion for rights management, metadata integrity, and global publishing operations. 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. Qualifications
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. Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $19.18 - $35.00/hour + benefits + discretionary bonus + profit sharing program. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary by location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided if an offer is made. Perks include a competitive compensation package, health benefits, HSA, FSA, PTO, 401(k), wellness resources, commuter allowance, and other benefits. About EMPIRE
EMPIRE is a premier independent music company with a global presence across Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and the Americas. Since 2010, we have focused on artist development and innovative approaches to the digital era, including publishing and distribution arms. We strive to be a trusted partner for artists and labels, offering transparency through analytics and royalties software. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Legal. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at EMPIRE. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about the music industry and seek a challenging role in a fast-paced, innovative environment. San Francisco, CA We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Copyright Coordinator at EMPIRE. EMPIRE is a premier and dynamic music company focused on the development and support of independent artists. We are a growing firm with a global presence and a range of music-related services from original content and marketing to distribution and recordings. The Role: This role reports to the VP, Operations - Publishing and collaborates with internal copyright, royalties, and tech leads. You will ensure our global catalog is registered accurately, efficiently, and strategically across worldwide CMOs and performance rights societies. This position is ideal for a meticulous, solutions-oriented professional with a passion for rights management, metadata integrity, and global publishing operations. 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. Qualifications
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. Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $19.18 - $35.00/hour + benefits + discretionary bonus + profit sharing program. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary by location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Details of participation in benefit plans will be provided if an offer is made. Perks include a competitive compensation package, health benefits, HSA, FSA, PTO, 401(k), wellness resources, commuter allowance, and other benefits. About EMPIRE
EMPIRE is a premier independent music company with a global presence across Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and the Americas. Since 2010, we have focused on artist development and innovative approaches to the digital era, including publishing and distribution arms. We strive to be a trusted partner for artists and labels, offering transparency through analytics and royalties software. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Legal. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at EMPIRE. We encourage you to apply if you are passionate about the music industry and seek a challenging role in a fast-paced, innovative environment. San Francisco, CA We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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