Temp Mechanical Licensing Coordinator

Job Title: Mechanical Licensing Coordinator
Location: New York, NY – onsite 3x weekly
Start Date: 04/15/2024
Estimated End Date: 04/15/2025
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Pay rate: $33.64/hr
Hourly rate is commensurate with experience and is an estimated range provided by JBC.

Duties: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join as a Mechanical Licensing Coordinator. This role will be responsible for managing mechanical licensing processes and maintaining our database of songs requiring licensing.
Responsibilities:

Mechanical Licensing:

• Research and obtain mechanical licenses for the reproduction and distribution of musical compositions.
• Liaise with publishers, copyright administrators, and other rights holders to secure necessary licenses.

Database Management:

• Maintain an organized database of songs requiring mechanical licensing.
• Update and manage information related to songwriters, publishers, copyright ownership, and licensing status.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Serve as the primary point of contact mechanical licensing inquiries.
• Communicate effectively with music publishers.

Skills:

• Previous experience in mechanical licensing, copyright administration, or music publishing highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of copyright laws, licensing procedures, and music industry practices.
• Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.