Intern, mechanical licensing - job post

About BMG

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.

Your Mission at BMG

Your primary mission is to assist the mechanical licensing team in securing mechanical licenses for physical and digital recorded music products released by BMG and its various labels.

Your Profile

• You have an interest in music publishing, licensing and copyright ownership
• You have familiarity with performance royalty organizations such as ASCAP, BMI and SESAC
• You are comfortable working in a team and are a self-starter
• Your time management skills allow you to meet deadlines easily
• You have exceptional attention to detail and the ability to track and follow through on multiple projects

What You’ll Be Doing

• Research songwriter and publisher information via The Harry Fox Agency, PRO websites and BMG’s internal system
• Communicate with publishers and writers to confirm writer splits and publishing information
• Assist the team with creating product rate sheets, mechanical license requests, and Schedule A exhibits

Must-Haves

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program
• Basic understanding of music publishing and record labels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Here at BMG we are committed to equal employment opportunity and so all applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender expression or identity, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

BMG is the new model music company founded by Bertelsmann in 2008 as a direct response to the challenges of music’s digital revolution. Key to its innovative approach is the fact it represents the traditionally separate music publishing and recording rights off the same state-of-the-art platform internationally. BMG is already the world’s fourth biggest music publisher and the first new global player in the recordings business in decades. BMG’s pitch is unique – a relentless focus on fairness and transparency and service to its artist and songwriter clients. BMG’s 14 offices across 12 core music markets now represent over 2,5m songs and recordings, including the catalogues of Chrysalis, Bug, Virgin, Mute, Sanctuary, Primary Wave and Talpa Music, as well as literally thousands of artists and songwriters attracted by its fresh approach. BMG is owned by international media company Bertelsmann, which also includes the broadcaster RTL Group, the trade book publisher Penguin Random House, the magazine publisher Gruner + Jahr, the service provider Arvato, the Bertelsmann Printing Group, the Bertelsmann Education Group, and Bertelsmann Investments, an international network of funds. 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.

International offices are located in Berlin (HQ), Los Angeles, New York City, Nashville, Paris, Hilversum, London, Madrid, Milan, Stockholm, Sydney, Beijing, Sao Paulo

Company: BMG Rights Management (US) LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: Tennessee

City: Nashville

Postal Code: 37203

Job ID: 137001