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About SoundExchange

Since forming in 2003, we have established ourselves as the premier music tech organization with a mission of building a fairer, simpler, and creator‐focused industry. Through a combination of proprietary solutions, emphasis on data, and advocacy efforts, SoundExchange works with 3,600+ digital service providers to collect and distribute digital performance royalties – more than $10 billion – on behalf of over 650,000 creators and rights owners. 

Title: Repertoire Matching Specialist
Department: Sound Recording Rights Management
Job Location: Washington, DC (hybrid)
Reports To: Manager, Matching Services
Supervisory Role: No
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Position Summary:
The Repertoire Matching Specialist, as part of the Sound Recording Rights Management Department, examines digital sound recording and publishing metadata in Reports of Use as submitted by Licensees and Publishers, thereby enabling accurate and expedient royalty payments by matching that metadata to our repertoire databases.


The specialist’s role is to increase and sustain a high rate of royalty throughput individually, and for the department. The specialist may create and resolve cases related to unprocessed Reports of Use, as well as incoming cases from Licensees, as directed by the Manager. The specialist will, as needed, also research artists, labels, compositions, and sound recording and publishing copyright owners, to correctly identify metadata contained within such Reports of Use.

Essential Functions:

  • Match reported metadata as provided by licensee music services and publishers via reports of use
  • Ensure the accuracy and quality of reported metadata
  • Create and resolve cases (which may involve contact with external parties) as directed by the Manager
  • Special assignments and projects, related to matching duties as described above

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs):

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Proficient research skills utilizing various web applications
  • Understanding of key concepts related to music repertoire ownership
  • Detail-orientated team player, with strong work ethic
  • Familiarity with music genres and music business a plus

Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience:

  • BA or BS degrees preferred, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

ADA Specifications:

  • This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or seated) [all of the time]
  • The person in this position may need to move about the corporate office(s) [less than half the time]
  • This position operates machinery and/or equipment that requires the constant use of hands/fingers/wrists (ex: typing, sweeping, slicing deli meat, operating the Point of Sale system, etc.) [all of the time]
  • This position requires the ability to spend [all of the time] viewing computer monitors
  • The person in this position must be able to identify and distinguish between colors [all of the time]

Travel Requirements:

  • This position has no travel requirements

 

Pay Range: $50,000 - $53,000

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

DEI Statement:

At SoundExchange, we empower creators and help share the future of music. One way we do this is by respecting our team members' diverse voices, varied perspectives, and distinct backgrounds. We are intentional in creating an inclusive culture where we recognize that equity is greater than equality and all employees have the opportunities and support needed to thrive. We strive to create teams that reflect the music community we serve – every individual’s unique attributes and abilities are valued and are part of how we innovate, create, and deliver experiences to the creators we champion.

Accommodations:

SoundExchange is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the SoundExchange Careers website as a result of your disability. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.  If you need an accommodation, please email [email protected]