Director, Rights Administration

Title: Director of Rights Administration

Overview:

Iconic Artists Group (IAG) is a music company that acquires interests in the music catalogs, trademarks, and name, image and likeness of iconic musicians. IAG’s mandate is to preserve and grow the legacy of those iconic artists. Iconic was formed to fill a void in the music business for legacy artists, and to act as a trusted steward for artist's intellectual property. IAG is home to some of the most important and acclaimed artists including, among others, The Beach Boys, Wu-Tang Clan, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin and Linda Ronstadt. Founded by music industry legend Irving Azoff, IAG is a newly established company with room for internal growth.

Position Summary:

The Director of Rights Administration is primarily responsible for the global management of Iconic’s catalog of copyrights. The position includes review of copyrights during acquisition, ongoing data integrity, accurate record keeping & conflict resolution, and alignment with industry standards. The ideal candidate will bring additional insight to the music publishing operations of Iconic and play a part in shaping future publishing strategies.

The position requires strong experience & in-depth knowledge in rights administration, as well as music publishing, PROs and CMOs. The candidate should be very adept at data management, detail-oriented, experienced and flexible to adapt in a fast paced environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Global Copyright Management (primarily music publishing): Oversight of all recordkeeping elements
• Maintain internal database serving as the repository for all pertinent copyright information
• Track, register & maintain all acquired copyrights including the addition of new copyrights post-acquisition
• Handle periodic inquiries on the copyrights, perform spot-check audits to ensure copyright accuracy, prepare requested reports, etc.
• Music Publishing Data & Metadata Management: Ensure accuracy within internal catalog databases and resolve any copyright disputes. Specifically:
• Identify data clean-up & corrections of acquired assets
• Assist in creating & confirming copyright asset list during acquisition process for new catalogs
• Track & maintain the copyright registrations at PROs and CMOs
• Investigate & resolve unclaimed compositions at the MLC
• Explore & recommend efficiencies in the collection of publishing income from international PROs and CMOs, including cash collection, accuracy, timing, and resolution of discrepancies
• Music Publishing Catalog Migration management
• Assist in the movement of publishing catalogs from one administrator or PRO (or both) to another
• Prepare & review complete listing of migrating compositions together with relevant information
• Manage communication with administrators and PROs, including completing necessary documentation
• Ensure correct transition & monitor to completeness
• Neighboring Rights – Registration, Data & Metadata Management:
• Track & maintain all SoundExchange registrations – both featured artist as well as label
• Investigate & resolve claims in SoundExchange
• Assist with neighboring rights registrations, and data accuracy within NR partners

Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in music publishing, copyright law, or rights administration.
• Industry Knowledge: Deep, comprehensive understanding of music royalties, copyright laws, and global publishing structures.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in rights management platforms, royalty accounting systems, and industry databases.

Other Qualities:

• Maintain a high degree of accuracy when working with copyright data.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000, dependent upon experience + discretionary bonus 100% employer paid Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and more) eligible for spouse/partner & dependents Flexible Time Off

Additional Information We are a fully vaccinated workforce. Successful candidates will be required to show proof of being vaccinated against COVID-19. You are up to date when you have received a two-dose series and a booster, or a single dose series and a booster. Reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.

Disclaimer This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer