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How much do manager music metadata jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager music metadata in the United States is $57,731.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $64,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Music Metadata vs Music Data Coordinator?

AspectManager Music MetadataMusic Data Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees music metadata accuracy, manages metadata teams, develops metadata standardsCollects, inputs, and updates music metadata, supports data entry tasks
Required SkillsMetadata management, leadership, industry knowledgeData entry, attention to detail, familiarity with music databases
Work EnvironmentMusic labels, streaming platforms, metadata teamsMusic libraries, digital distribution companies, data departments
CertificationsOften not required but beneficial in project management or industry-specific coursesTypically not required, but familiarity with database tools is helpful

The Manager Music Metadata focuses on overseeing metadata quality and team management, ensuring standards across platforms. In contrast, the Music Data Coordinator handles day-to-day data entry and updates. Both roles require knowledge of music industry standards, but the manager position involves leadership and strategic oversight, while the coordinator emphasizes technical data tasks.

What does a manager music metadata do?

A Manager of Music Metadata oversees the organization, accuracy, and consistency of data related to music tracks, albums, and artists. They ensure that song titles, credits, release dates, genres, and other metadata are correctly entered and maintained in databases. This role often involves collaborating with record labels, digital service providers, and internal teams to maintain high data quality, which is crucial for music discovery, royalty payments, and user experience on streaming platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a manager music metadata?

To thrive as a Manager Music Metadata, you need strong knowledge of music cataloging, data management, and metadata standards, usually supported by a degree in library science, information systems, or a related field. Familiarity with music databases, content management systems, and metadata tools like MusicBrainz or Gracenote is typically required. Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication set standout professionals apart in this role. These abilities ensure the accuracy, consistency, and discoverability of music content across digital platforms, supporting both user experience and business operations.

What are some common challenges faced by a manager music metadata, and how can they be addressed?

A Manager Music Metadata often encounters challenges such as ensuring the accuracy and consistency of vast amounts of metadata across multiple platforms, keeping up with frequent music releases, and coordinating between various stakeholders like artists, labels, and digital service providers. These issues can be addressed by implementing robust quality control processes, utilizing specialized metadata management tools, and fostering strong communication channels within cross-functional teams. Staying current with industry standards and regularly training team members also helps maintain data integrity and efficiency.
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Infographic showing various Manager Music Metadata job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,731 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Paid Fall Music Group Publishing Intern

Livenation

Calabasas, CA • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


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Job description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE YOU?

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Insomniac, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!

WHO ARE WE?

Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.

Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world's largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.

THE ROLE

Insomniac Events is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Publishing Intern to join the records team in Calabasas, CA. This position will assist & learn catalog management, metadata, and creative operations. This is a hands-on role designed for someone passionate about music publishing, metadata organization, and the intersection of creativity and business in the music industry. This position reports to the Insomniac Music Group Publishing Manager. This is a paid internship and is not a remote position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Track ISWCs and audit publishing records for accuracy

  • Add split information for exploited songs in DISCO

  • Tag and organize the full catalog in DISCO

  • Upload audio to the Master Publishing Rights sheet

  • Support writer catalog cleanup and spotlight creation

  • Create writer spotlights for socials/marketing/sync

  • Update and maintain the Publishing Spotify playlist

  • Assist with publishing social channels, bios, and website content

  • Contribute to website upgrades and improvements

  • All other publishing related duties and projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must be at least 18 years of age

  • Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university

  • Must be able to work out of Calabasas, CA office

  • Typical commitment is 16-29 hours per week

  • Must be motivated with an "Everything is possible" attitude

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an active problem-solving mindset with a sense of urgency for projects large and small

  • Passion for music publishing, A&R, or the music business

  • Experienced with Google Sheets/Excel

  • Must be comfortable learning new catalog platforms (DISCO)

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Must have ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Must be willing to travel to work during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines

  • Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels and drastic temperature climates while working on site at various event location

  • Must be able to work in open concept office space

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.


Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Insomniac will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Insomniac also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Insomniac will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

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The expected compensation for this position in California is:

$18.00 USD Hourly

**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the California Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the California Law, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

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The expected compensation for this position is:

$16.90 USD - $18.00 USD Hourly

** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.


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