Coordinator, Release Planning

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Coordinator, Release Planning

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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.
 

How we LEAD: 

Universal Music Enterprises (UMe) is the centralized U.S. catalog entity for the Universal Music Group. Working closely with the company’s record labels, UMe provides a frontline approach to catalog management, with a greater emphasis on strategic initiatives and opportunities in new and emerging technologies. We manage a diverse and expansive catalog spanning the entire history of recorded music and nearly every genre of music from such renowned record labels as Capitol, Interscope, Def Jam, Geffen, A&M, Motown, Island, and Virgin. The UMe catalog roster includes many of the most iconic and legendary artists of all time, including The Beatles, Bob Marley, The Rolling Stones, Eminem, Stevie Wonder, Donna Summer, Nirvana, and Rihanna. 

UMe is seeking a passionate music enthusiast to join our Catalog A&R team as a Coordinator, Release Planning. This role is based in Santa Monica, CA.

How you’ll CREATE:

Support the Catalog A&R Department via a variety of tasks, functions and workflows, including but not limited to:

• Support the VP, New Release Planning

• Maintain planning schedule details with workflow tools (Monday.com, Sharepoint, etc.)  to ensure accurate project status and data tracking

• Generate process flow documents and A&R training materials in partnership with the VP, New Release Planning as business needs evolve

• Process and track payments for A&R and Creative-related expenses within approved budgets, to include vendor activation when necessary

• Manage video remastering schedule projects from beginning to release

• Assist with new project initiation forms and notices

• Assist with various weekly audio/video release schedule tasks and asset transfers

• Assist with various seasonal campaigns and special projects

• Provide overall departmental support as needed

Bring your VIBE:

• Ability to successfully multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure & deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Excellent communication and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail

• General knowledge of catalog music industry & recording methods and technology, and a passion for music and emerging media

• Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and to identify potential issues and successfully problem solve with business deliverables in mind

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT) and high aptitude for learning new software programs

• Relevant internship or equivalent prior coordinator experience (within the music industry a plus)

• Bachelor’s degree required in music, marketing, communication, business, or related major.

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

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Salary Range:

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.  All candidates are encouraged to apply.