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Manager, Global Copyright

Franklin, TN

The Global Copyright team at UMPG delivers a first-class copyright registration and data management service to our renowned client roster and their iconic catalogues. It is a component of our wider ...

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Copyright professionals are experts who help individuals and organizations protect their creative works, such as books, music, software, and artwork, under copyright law. Their responsibilities often include advising on copyright registration, managing rights and permissions, monitoring for infringement, and providing guidance on fair use and licensing. These professionals may work in various roles, such as copyright lawyers, rights managers, or consultants, to ensure that intellectual property is legally safeguarded and properly utilized.

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Copyright Specialists often collaborate with legal, marketing, and content creation teams to ensure compliance and protect intellectual property. A common challenge is navigating differing priorities—such as balancing creative ambitions with legal restrictions. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for providing clear guidance and resolving conflicts between departments. Staying up-to-date with evolving copyright laws also requires ongoing education and teamwork, especially when dealing with complex or international projects.

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Primary RoleLegal protection of creative worksCreating written content for various platforms
Required SkillsLegal knowledge, intellectual property lawsWriting, research, SEO skills
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Industry UsageLegal and publishing sectorsMedia, advertising, digital marketing

Copyright involves protecting the rights of creators over their works, focusing on legal aspects. Content writers produce written material for online and offline media. While copyright ensures legal ownership, content writers focus on creating engaging content. Both roles are essential in media and publishing industries but serve different functions.

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To thrive as a Copyright Specialist, you need a thorough understanding of copyright law, intellectual property rights, and legal research, often supported by a relevant degree such as law or paralegal studies. Familiarity with copyright management systems, legal databases, and documentation tools is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help professionals navigate complex legal issues and advise clients or colleagues. These skills are critical to ensure legal compliance, protect content creators' rights, and minimize infringement risks.
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Manager, Global Copyright

Manager, Global Copyright

Universal Music Group

Franklin, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Universal Music Group rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 68 rated media

Job description

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.
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) is the leading global music publisher with more than 57 offices in 47 countries. UMPG has some of the most important contemporary songwriters and artists on its global roster. UMPG is also the leading production music group in the world with a diverse and comprehensive portfolio of UPPM-owned repertoire. UPPM is the preeminent supplier of high-level production music throughout the world and serves the burgeoning business that creates, produces, and licenses music for use in film/TV, advertising, broadcast, and corporate clients.
How we LEAD:
UMPG seeks to recruit a highly motivated Music Publishing professional to fulfil the role of Manager within our Global Copyright team.
The Global Copyright team at UMPG delivers a first-class copyright registration and data management service to our renowned client roster and their iconic catalogues. It is a component of our wider Global Administration organization which performs various leadership and supporting operational functions on behalf of and working in partnership with our 46 international offices and 6 sub publishers. This is an opportunity to work with the company's most prominent deals and songwriters, as well as our offices worldwide.
This role will be based in our operations center in Nashville, TN and will report to the Global Copyright Director.
The successful applicant will be primarily responsible for facilitating our global registration service to collection societies and partners which is underpinned by our bespoke registration technology, as well as managing access to our copyright and royalty systems.
How you'll CREATE:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for copyright systems user access, ensuring appropriate provisioning and controls.
  • Lead and manage quarterly user access reviews to be compliant.
  • Create ad hoc CWR files, including handling of acknowledgment files.
  • Monitor registration activity and deliver reporting insights to affiliates and clients.
  • Coordinate with Global Digital and Global Royalty teams by delegating tasks as appropriate.
  • Respond to inquiries from local offices, effectively triaging and routing requests to the appropriate teams.
  • Prepare and ingest new catalog data files to support local copyright operations.
  • Manage the UMPG registrations shared inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
  • Oversee scheduled copyright process control reports, including follow-ups and issue resolution.
  • Contribute to additional projects and responsibilities in line with evolving business needs.

You will collaborate closely with and be supported by the following UMPG teams:
  • European Regional Administration in London.
  • North American Copyright in Nashville.
  • Administration and Copyright leadership teams across UMPG international offices.
  • Global Film/TV and Digital teams in Nashville.
  • Global Royalties and Global Analytics in Nashville.
  • Global Technology in London.

Bring your VIBE:
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in a copyright administration role, preferably with a strong working knowledge of Common Works Registration formats, agreement registration, and related workflows.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions such as VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex challenges effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate information to diverse audiences.
  • A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across Global Administration teams and local offices worldwide.
  • Goal-oriented approach, demonstrating accountability and pride in achieving team, departmental, and organizational objectives while meeting deadlines.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload efficiently to ensure consistent delivery of requirements.
  • A genuine passion for music and a commitment to supporting songwriters, rightsholders, and the protection of intellectual property.

Perks Playlist:
Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren't just values-they're how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services
  • Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
  • Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
  • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
  • 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
  • 2-weeks paid Winter Break
  • 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
  • Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
  • Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.
Please note, UMG is not enrolled in E-Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E-Verify, for example candidates on STEM-OPT.
For more information, please click on the following links.
E-Verify Participation Poster: English / Spanish
E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish
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