Copyright Registration Coordinator - Contract

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

How You'll LEAD:
We are currently seeking a Copyright Registration Coordinator for a temporary position who will assist with the registration of Universal Music Group’s high volume of audio and audio-visual assets with the United States Copyright Office in Washington, D.C. This coordinator position is part of the Copyright & Royalties department in UMG’s Woodland Hills, California office.

How You'll CREATE:

Examine & register audio and audio-visual product (both digital & physical) with U.S. Copyright Office using the Copyright Office’s online eCO system.

Review artist and license agreements to determine copyright ownership & registration responsibility.

Search U.S. Copyright Office website and internal databases to identify pre-existing copyrighted works.

Research and report copyright notice discrepancies to Manager and appropriate record label contacts.

Create copyright memos with notes for each release.

Handle registration application questions from the U.S. Copyright Office as they arise.

Follow up with the U.S. Copyright Office regarding copyright certificate status.

Provide copyright registration information & copies of certificates for internal requests.

Enter, catalogue & inventory copyright registration certificates received back from the U.S. Copyright Office.

Assist with other projects as requested by Associate Director.

Bring Your VIBE:

Meticulous attention to detail

Ability to successfully utilize multiple programs simultaneously

Excellent multi-tasker

Very organized

Time management skills and ability to prioritize

Self-starter, resourceful & motivated

Must be able to prioritize work and meet deadlines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Interest in music

Available to work overtime as needed

Paralegal and/or legal support staff experience

Interest in & basic understanding of U.S. copyright law and copyright registration process

Experience in reading and interpreting recording/music agreements and contracts

Experience with Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education: College Degree Preferred

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