Coordinator, Administration

Coordinator, Administration at Warner Music Group

At Warner Chappell Music (WCM) - the global music publishing arm of Warner Music Group (WMG) - we shape the culture of songwriting and champion songs that resonate for generations by creating transformational opportunities for songwriters everywhere. Our people and culture are at the epicenter of our company, and we are looking for team members who share our service-oriented mindset and have a passion for looking after our songwriters.

A little bit about our team:

We are a global music publishing company, home to a wide array of legendary songwriters and a rich catalog of contemporary hits and influential standards. Here, you will be serving as the first point of contact for the SVP Administration, North America. You’ll also help our Copyright and Royalties departments run smoothly, assisting with song ownership inquiries and royalty statement requests.

Your role:

You will be working at a major music publishing company, interacting with numerous departments (Copyright, Legal, Licensing, Royalties, Finance). Here, you’ll help manage a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide; serving as a key contact for Administration and Copyright requests. You’ll develop a comprehensive understanding of music publishing, since this position deals with multiple departments.

Here you’ll get to:

• You will handle scheduling for meetings and group projects for the SVP, Administration, North America.
• You will collaborate with other administrators and support personnel, management and clients on a regular basis.
• You will assist with various research projects and prepare reports related to client earnings and song catalogs.
• You will serve as an initial point of contact for calls, emails, and general inquiries received by the department.
• You will make independent decisions on a daily basis, addressing the best way to handle specific tasks.
• You will welcome visitors, screen and direct phone calls, process expenses, and manage the inbox for the SVP, Administration, North America.
• You will schedule and plan small-scale events for the Administration team.
• You will interact with representatives of the Legal, Licensing, Royalties, and Finance Departments, as well as agencies, performing rights organizations, record companies, and the general public regarding administration issues.
• You will create Google Slides, PowerPoint, & Canva presentations for various team projects.

About you:

• You have excellent phone skills and email etiquette
• You have strong research skills
• You are proficient in programs such as Excel, Tableau, Canva, and Google Suite
• You have 1 year of responsible administrative experience within a music company
• You consistently take initiative
• You demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing situations

We’d love it if you also had:

• Course work in music business or related field
• Music Publishing experience
• Ability to design high-quality decks and visual materials using presentation platforms, such as Canva or Google Slides.
• A proactive approach to integrating Generative AI (e.g., Gemini) into everyday work to support and streamline daily tasks and overall productivity.

About Us:

Before the fans and fame, the soundtracks and syncs, there is the song. And before the song comes the songwriter - the heart of an art form that defines generations, and the soul of our business. Songwriters are our inspiration; we are their partners, collaborators, and crusaders. Songwriters shape culture; and here at Warner Chappell Music we help hone their craft, build their careers, and protect their legacies. We value curiosity, collaboration, and commitment – which helps set us apart and helps us in our commitment and global service to our songwriters. We are Warner Chappell Music - where songwriters are heard.

As part of the larger Warner Music Group, we’re a global collective of music makers and music lovers, tech innovators and inspired entrepreneurs, game-changing creatives and passionate team members. Here, we turn dreams into stardom and audiences into fans. We are guided by three core values that underpin everything we do across all our diverse businesses:

• Curiosity: We do our best work when we’re immersing ourselves in culture and breaking through barriers. Curiosity is the driving force behind creativity and ingenuity. It fuels innovation, and innovation is the key to our future.
• Collaboration: Making music and bringing it to the world is all about the power of originality amplified by teamwork. A great idea, like a great song, travels globally. We ignite passions and build connections across our diverse community of artists, songwriters, partners, and fans.
• Commitment: We pursue excellence for our team and our talent. Everything in music starts with a leap into the unknown, and we’re committed to keeping the faith, acting with integrity, and delivering on our promises.

WMG is home to a wide range of artists, musicians, and songwriters that fuel our success. That is why we are committed to creating a work environment that actively values, appreciates, and respects everyone. We encourage applications from people with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

Consider a career at WMG and get the best of both worlds – an innovative global music company that retains the creative spirit of a nimble independent.

As the home to 10K Projects, Asylum, Atlantic Music Group, East West, FFRR, Fueled by Ramen, Nonesuch, Parlophone, Rhino, Roadrunner, Sire, Warner Records, Warner Classics, and several other of the world’s premier recording labels, Warner Music Group champions emerging artists and global superstars alike. And our renowned publishing company, Warner Chappell Music, represents genre-spanning songwriters and producers through a catalog of more than one million copyrights worldwide. Warner Music Group is also home to ADA, which supports the independent community, as well as artist services division WMX. In addition, WMG counts film and television storytelling powerhouse Warner Music Entertainment among its many brands.

Together, we are Warner Music Group: Independent Minds. Major Sound.

How to Apply:

Love this job and want to apply?

Click the “Apply” link at the top of the page, or apply directly with your LinkedIn. Applying with LinkedIn will import all of the information you put in your profile, but will still allow you to upload a resume and cover letter.

Don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear from us right away. We’re taking our time to review all resumes, and to find the best people for WMG.

Thanks for your interest in working for WMG. We love it here, and think you will, too.

Work Arrangement & Salary:

This position requires a minimum of 4 days per week in the office. We value in-office collaboration, which is essential for talent development and strong working relationships. Salary Range: $24.62-26.00/hour Salary ranges are included for job postings where required by law. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as work experience and business needs. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.

Warner Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key skills/competency:

• Administration
• Coordination
• Music Publishing
• Copyright Management
• Royalty Administration
• Google Suite
• Excel
• Communication
• Research
• Event Planning