Sr. Manager Copyright (Brazil)

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Sr. Manager, Copyright

São Paulo

BMG is a new kind of music company. Our mission is clear; to help artists and songwriters make the very most of their songs and recordings in the digital age. That’s why we offer the best creative support, provide the best access to platforms and work hard to maximize the value of each and every copyright, ensuring all our clients receive all payments promptly and accurately. We are not a technology company – though we use the best technology. We are not just a music publisher or a record label – although we offer both services. BMG is a company with service, transparency and fairness at its heart and a commitment to being the best international music company for songwriters, artists and everyone who works with us.

As a key contributor to our music publishing operations, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely registration of our clients' musical works at collecting societies worldwide. Serving as the regional copyright authority, you will provide expert guidance on complex copyright matters while maintaining the highest standards of data accuracy and compliance. In this role, you will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to optimize processes, ensuring the efficient flow of royalties and safeguarding the rights of our clients. Your expertise will play a critical role in enhancing the global reach and success of our publishing initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing.

• Manage the onboarding process for local artists, ensuring accurate and timely registration of works for both local and global rights administration.
• Supervise the accurate registration, tracking, and ongoing maintenance of BMG’s global catalogue specifically within the Brazilian territory.
• Ensure compliance with international standards and local copyright regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal databases to ensure seamless tracking of copyright information.
• Streamline workflow processes to improve efficiency and accuracy across the copyright administration team.
• Assist in the administration of mechanical licenses, ensuring proper licensing terms and compliance.
• Address song disputes and counterclaims, working closely with legal and external stakeholders to achieve resolution.
• Collaborate with Income Tracking Assurance, Royalties, and Creative departments, providing insights and data to support their respective operations.
• Ensure smooth communication and workflow integration with other key teams.
• Act as the regional copyright expert, offering guidance and solutions on complex copyright issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for local Performing Rights Organizations (PROs), managing relationships and ensuring alignment on rights administration.

Must Haves.

• Strong service orientation and project management skills 

• Comfortable with adjusting to evolving priorities and managing expectations of stakeholders at all levels of the organization 

• Strong communication as well as team working skills and experience in working with international teams 

• You are committed and have an eye for detail 

• You like to work independently and reliably 

Nice To Haves.

• Experience gained by working at a CMO, music publisher, or record label in an analytical or financial function 
• Knowledge of SQL and/or Python is a plus 
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) , Spanish is a plus 

*Please note, we request that applications are submitted in English. Applications submitted in any other language will not be considered.*

Are you interested? Follow the link to apply!

BMG - est. 2008 - is the world's fourth-biggest music company, the first new global player in the music business of the streaming age, and a record label and music publisher in one. Named in 2020 one of the world's Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company, BMG's pitch is unique - a relentless focus on fairness and transparency and service to its artist and songwriter clients. BMG's 20 offices across 12 core music markets now represent over three million songs and recordings, including many of the most renowned and successful catalogs in popular music history.

BMG's fresh approach includes production music, films, books, artist management, merchandise, neighboring rights, and live as well as music publishing and recordings off the same service platform. BMG is owned by international media, services and education company Bertelsmann, whose other content businesses include the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House and the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr. With its multi-platform perspective, integrated technology platform and commitment to help artists maximize their income, BMG aims to be the best company in music to do business with. www.bmg.com

Company: BMG Rights Management Brasil Ltda. 

Country: Brazil 

State/Region: São Paulo 

City: São Paulo 

Postal Code: 01311-300 

Job ID: 275716