Paid Intern - Copyright/Administration
ABKCO Music & Records, Inc.
New York, NYPart Time Paid Internship
WE KINDLY ASK CANDIDATES ONLY APPLY IF THEY HAVE PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN COPYRIGHT REGISTRATION AND MECHANICAL LICENSING.
ABKCO Music & Records, Inc. a NY based company is seeking a Copyright/Administration Intern who will be responsible for tasks related to Copyright Administration, mechanical licensing, and administrative support. The ideal candidate would be a current Senior or a recent college graduate who has majored in Music Business and has a passion for learning all aspects of the music business. Previous work experience in Copyright Administration and Mechanical Licensing is preferred.
• Register for works foreign and domestic including tracking and proper archiving of completed registrations as needed.
• Strong familiarity with U.S. Copyright Law, the performing rights societies, and general music industry practices
• Metadata registration for compositions and sound recordings
• Assist in the creation and circulation of regular reports for the Department
• Perform administrative tasks on the copyright licensing process as needed including the regular delivery of feeds and reports to publishers
• Obtain and maintain songwriter and publisher ownership splits/shares for songs
• Mechanical Licensing
• Coordinates and changes schedules; makes appointments and establishes agendas.
• Handles confidential material relevant to company operations.
Qualifications
• Experience in Copyright and song set-up experience in Music Maestro preferred
• Extremely detail-oriented and highly organized, with an ability to manage large workloads and prioritize demands
• Solid understanding of Music Publishing
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel & Word
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative work style
• Able to work under the pressure of deadlines
Salary/Benefits
$20.00 - 22.00 per hour
$20-22 per hour - Hybrid Role (in-person and remote)
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Applicant must be able to support the team three (3) full-time days during the business hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.+ additional hours may be required based on availability.
Additional Information
ABKCO Music and Records is one of the world's leading independent entertainment companies. It is home to iconic catalog assets that include compositions and recordings by Sam Cooke, The Rolling Stones, Bobby Womack as well as The Animals.
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