Assistant Music Metadata Jobs (NOW HIRING)

United States, New York, New York

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We've played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We've nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.

Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we're committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.

The hybrid sync coordinator role will handle operational needs of two departments – Film & Television and Branding & Commercial Syncs including data input of masters usage, tracking contracts, maintaining financial documents, interfacing with artist management and following-up with clients.

• Seek approval and perform clearance duties for music-intensive television shows, ads, film festivals, documentaries, non-profits, live streams and live performances
• Manage financial reports and provide weekly updates on progress for the fiscal year
• Enter deal terms into Sony proprietary licensing system (GOLD) and work with Release Planning to create new ISRC codes for live performances, live streams and new covers
• Oversee maintenance of accurate records and department files including sample and side artist splits, publishing information, artist approval contacts and exclusivity notices
• Maintain multiple audio and assets libraries; adding metadata, tags and lyrics
• Perform regular follow-up on pending deals and licensing requests; track launch/airdates for upcoming releases across all media
• Assist with music searches for creative briefs, as needed.

• 1-2 years of related experience
• Self-starter and incredibly detail oriented
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, communication, time management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and focus while working under demanding situations and in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude while working with multiple departments and external contacts
• Ability to make sound decisions and solve a variety of problems
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Canva and Disco.
• The use of discretion and the maintenance of high levels of confidentiality is required.

• You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next
• Time off for a winter recess

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The anticipated annual base salary does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

New York Pay Range

$48,000 - $50,000 USD