Job Posting Title:

Copyright Administrator, Disney Music Group

Req ID:

10113758

Job Description:

The Disney Music Group (DMG) is the music hub for The Walt Disney Company (TWDC), encompassing all aspects of music commercialization and marketing: recorded music (Walt Disney Records and Hollywood Records), Disney Music Publishing, and Disney Concerts. DMG distributes music both physically and digitally, and licenses music throughout the world in various forms of media including television, print, gaming, and consumer products.

Disney Music Group is seeking a Copyright Administrator to be part of DMG’s Copyright Administration team.  This role will administer Disney-owned and controlled music publishing catalogs and act as a subject-matter expert on all aspects of music copyright administration for Disney’s music publishing clients.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and submit quarterly and semi-annual payment requests, meeting contractual deadlinesMaintain the DMG Publishing royalty portal, including quarterly statement and data transfers, client communications and account updatesSupport clients in all aspects of music publishing royalties including address updates, payment accounts, statement and payment analysis, and royalty portal concernsWork collaboratively with Business Affairs, Accounting, Finance and A&R teams to complete all responsibilitiesAssist the Copyright Administration and Accounting teams with quarterly suspense clearingPerform general song catalog administration and maintenance tasksAd hoc projects and responsibilities as required

Qualifications:

2+ years music publishing experienceProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteExcellent interpersonal skills with a customer service focusWorking knowledge of music publishing administrationBasic command of music publishing systemsFamiliarity with copyright protocol, performing/mechanical rights, intellectual property rights, and basic royalty accounting proceduresAbility to review processes regularly and suggest improvements to increase process and team efficiencyPositive attitude and the ability to be proactive, resourceful, and flexibleEffective communicator, both verbally and writtenStrong work ethicDetail-oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

Music royalties experienceBachelor’s degree

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $60,800 to $78,600 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

TWDSLEGAL

Job Posting Primary Business:

Legal - Copyright Administration

Primary Job Posting Category:

Copyright Administration - Studios

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-02-21