Call for applications: Publishing and sync co-ordinator

The successful candidate will handle day-to-day operational and administrative needs of the publishing and sync department, and will be an integral part of the team.

Responsibilities

• Uploading song catalogue, instrumentals, metadata, share splits, lyrics, tagging and general maintenance of the platform.
• Requesting any missing assets from Content Support staff.
• Confirming metadata is accurate and ensuring that the contact section is up-todate date with writers’ correct publishers, PROs etc.
• Experiencing reading and comprehending purchase, publishing, and administration agreements.
• Familiarity with PRS, PPL, MCPS, MLC, HFA, ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, Soundexchange and other international music rights organisations.
• Assisting with the marketing and promotion of the company and our catalogue.
• Entering deal terms into music publishing and relevant platforms.
• Sending licenses to the artists with, confirmed terms.
• Creating and update various internal and external marketing materials on a weekly basis including but limited to New Music blasts, one-sheets and pitch decks.
• Overseeing maintenance of accurate records and department files including but not limited to sample and side artist splits, publishing information, artist approval contacts and exclusivity notices.
• Seeking approval and perform clearance duties for select projects/clients including music-intensive television shows, film festivals, documentaries, non- profits, etc.
• Performing regular follow-up on pending deals and licensing requests; track launch/airdates for upcoming releases across all media.
• Researching and track various productions including but not limited to TV shows, films, video games, ads, etc.
• Retrieving/uploading video of placements and communicate to marketing (for socials and other online platforms).
• Building and growing individual and company network with industry professionals.

Requirements

• Experience in the music industry for five years or more.
• one to two years of relevant experience ideally at a record label, music publisher, studio, ad agency, sync agency, music supervisor, production company.
• Proficiency with music copyright, sync licensing and publishing admin and music composition.
• Exceptional attention to detail, solid time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritise, while staying ahead of deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, be a self-starter.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, verbal communication, and networking skills, and education related to the music business.
• Optimistm with positive energy and outlook.
• Creative writing and marketing analytics experience.
• Passion about music, publishing and sync.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; a team player, willing to pitch in whenever needed.
• Ability to make sound decisions, sometimes very quickly, to solve any issues that may arise.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Canva.

Benefits
• Successful candidate joins an inclusive, collaborative and driven team where you have the opportunity to fuel the creative journey.
• VerseOne’s remote approach allows employees to work from home but will collaborate with them to establish work arrangements that meet the business and individual needs.
• VerseOne says the renumeration will be competitive.

To apply, candidates can email their application to [email protected]. No closing date has been announced yet.

VerseOne Distribution provides digital music distribution services for artists to sell their music and music videos on digital streaming and download stores worldwide. Music and music videos submitted to us gets distributed to 280+ streaming and downloads endpoints. Artists keep 100% of their copyrights.