Downtown Music Publishing is one of the world’s leading rights-management firms, with offices in New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, and Tokyo. The company’s catalog spans over seven decades of popular music, encompassing some of the world’s most beloved songwriters and artists including The Beatles, John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Ryan Tedder, Benny Blanco, The Kinks, Cy Coleman, Hans Zimmer, Bruce Springsteen, Mötley Crüe, One Direction, Naughty Boy, Hardwell, Sturgill Simpson, Santigold, Carla Bruni, and Social Distortion. The company’s technology platform, Songtrust, powers global royalty collection from over 100 countries and more than 20,000 unique income sources worldwide.

All candidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university and our internships are for credit only. If offered a position, students must provide a letter from their college or university confirming that they will receive school credit. Candidates should display strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as ingenuity and an eagerness to learn. Candidates must also possess excellent computer skills and strong organizational skills. An interest in music licensing/copyright administration is strongly preferred. The minimum time commitment is two days per week or a minimum of 16 hours per week, working from our New York City office in SoHo. It is also preferred that interns bring their own Wi-Fi enabled laptop to the office.

CREATIVE INTERN:

DMP Sync has been cultivated to be the premier destination for content creators to find the best emerging and established music. Managed by a team of executives with backgrounds in music supervision, advertising, and licensing, DMP works to match its clients’ interests with a broad range of media. In addition to traditional placement in film, TV, advertising, and video games, Downtown excels in digital and mobile licensing, product placement, merchandising, and integrated brand partnerships.

So, what will you be doing?

• Organizing and updating the catalog;
• Uploading new audio to our website while creatively tagging it for music supervisors (i.e. lyrical theme, scene description, tempo;
• Designing monthly mailers regarding licensing announcements;
• Helping the team with pitches to TV and Film Studios, Advertising Houses and Video Game Producers; and
• Managing and organizing publishing splits

You are:

• Passionate about music and how it is used in the media
• Someone who has a strong understanding of music trends and a familiarity with many different type of genres
• Organized, reliable and hard working
• Excited to be part of a creative environment

To apply for an internship with DMP, please send an updated copy of your resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@dmpgroup.com. Please specify in the subject line which internship you are applying for. As well, please tell us which is your favorite song in the DMP catalog, and why you think it’s great!

About the Company: Songtrust, the technology arm to Downtown, helps songwriters and music publishing businesses collect more royalties. Started in 2010, Songtrust was named a Top Music Startup by Billboard magazine and represents over 100k songwriters, we are now signing more songwriters faster than any music publisher ever.

We are looking for an well rounded IT Manager / IT Director to establish our global support organization and begin transitioning parts of our support process in house from our outsourced managed service provider. We are cloud forward as Songtrust is a Saas, but still have two core applications in the datacenter (Windows server, MSSQL specifically). This role reports to our VP of Technology / the General Manager of Songtrust (who is largely focused on software / product development) and will take responsibility for all of our internal support/IT needs. Globally we are about 65 people with 5 non-independent offices to support.

So, what will you be doing?:

• Oversee our managed service provider.
• Oversee procurement of hardware, installation, and setup of new users.
• Establish support procedures, support technology issues globally, and triage high priority issues.
• Review, manage, and negotiate with existing and new hardware, software, and equipment vendors.
• Maintain documentation for the internal systems, services, and processes.
• Explore and install new technologies, systems, and services.
• Support our software engineering team with various tasks (e.g. Update/maintenance of Windows servers, manage backup/restore processes, security practices).
• Keep current with the latest technologies and best practices with regards to IT support and operations.

You are:

• A self starter with an organized mindset.
• Experienced with procurement of Apple and Windows based desktops and servers.
• Experienced in providing exceptional hands-on support with a variety of end-user devices/virtual devices, such as Apple desktops and laptops, video conferencing, printers, etc.
• Experienced with hosted productivity and communications applications: Google, MS Office, Adobe, Slack, Atlassian Suite, and the ability to train and support employees on their use.
• Skilled in troubleshooting LAN and wireless networks; familiar with protocols such as TCP, DHCP, DNS, Active Directory, Remote Desktop,  VPN and VoIP setup/troubleshooting.

Qualifications:

3-10+ years of technology experience.

Bonus points for:

• Experience with project management tools such as JIRA and documentation tools like Confluence.
• Experience with asset management/tracking software such as JAMF or others(we are not using anything currently but would like to one day).

Compensation,  Benefits and Perks:

Salary Depending on Experience

Health Care, 401k matching, PTO, volunteer hours

Free CitiBike Membership

Training opportunities

Occasional free tickets to shows and performances in our SoHo office / studio.

How to apply:

Email techjobs@songtrust.com with your resume/linkedin and please include a song you’ve been listening to in the email.

Downtown Music Publishing is one of the world’s leading rights-management firms, with offices in New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, and Tokyo. The company’s catalog spans over seven decades of popular music, encompassing some of the world’s most beloved songwriters and artists including The Beatles, John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Ryan Tedder, Benny Blanco, The Kinks, Cy Coleman, Hans Zimmer, Bruce Springsteen, Mötley Crüe, One Direction, Naughty Boy, Hardwell, Sturgill Simpson, Santigold, Carla Bruni, and Social Distortion. The company’s technology platform, Songtrust, powers global royalty collection from over 100 countries and more than 20,000 unique income sources worldwide.

All candidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university and our internships are for credit only. If offered a position, students must provide a letter from their college or university confirming that they will receive school credit. Candidates should display strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as ingenuity and an eagerness to learn. Candidates must also possess excellent computer skills and strong organizational skills. An interest in music licensing/copyright administration is strongly preferred. The minimum time commitment is two days per week or a minimum of 16 hours per week, working from our New York City office in SoHo. It is also preferred that interns bring their own Wi-Fi enabled laptop to the office.

ROYALTIES INTERN:

The purpose of this internship is to support a busy royalties department while learning about all facets of publishing day-to- day operations in a rapidly growing company. You will learn all about the different types of royalties and how they are processed; gaining a solid understanding of how royalties are generated, collected, and distributed to our clients. You will be introduced to specific software, as well as organizational and business processes, that will further your understanding of music publishing.

So, what will you be doing?

• Organizing and maintaining royalty database
• Reviewing royalty statements for accuracy
• Processing incoming royalties in Music Maestro
• Various ad-hoc day to day tasks

You are:

• Passionate about music, numbers and detail
• Analytical and love Excel
• Someone who has a desire to improve Music Publishing and the rights management process
• Resourceful, flexible and have exceptional teamwork skills

To apply for an internship with DMP, please send an updated copy of your resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@dmpgroup.com. Please specify in the subject line which internship you are applying for. As well, please tell us which is your favorite song in the DMP catalog, and why you think it’s great!

Founded in 2007, Downtown Music Publishing is one of the world’s leading rights-management firms, headquartered in New York with offices in Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, and Tokyo. The company’s catalog spans over seven decades of popular music, encompassing some of the world’s most beloved songwriters and artists including The Beatles, John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Ryan Tedder, Benny Blanco, Bruce Springsteen, One Direction, Mötley Crüe, Hans Zimmer, The Kinks, Cy Coleman, Social Distortion, Sturgill Simpson, and Carla Bruni. The company’s technology platform, Songtrust, powers global royalty collection from over 100 countries and more than 20,000 unique income sources worldwide.

Downtown’s internships are for credit only — candidates must be enrolled in a college or university. If offered a position, students must provide a letter from their college or university confirming that they will receive school credit. The minimum time commitment is two days per week, to be spent across a minimum of 16 hours per week, working from our New York City office in SoHo. It is also required that interns bring their own Wi-Fi enabled laptop to the office.

DATA ANALYST INTERN:

Downtown is seeking a passionate Data Analyst Intern who is excited by all the opportunities available in data and the Music Industry.

SO, WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Gathering data and analyzing results to gain business and customer insights
• Working with the Data Analyst to present findings to management
• Assisting in analyzing conceptual, logical and physical data models and documenting business concepts, data entities, data elements and the relationship between them             
• Reviewing master data against the presently used data in various business processes to identify the gaps, discrepancies and the opportunities to further improve quality of master data              
• Participating in documenting systems and processes interactions within a functional scope             
• Performing various data quality functions for data from multiple systems such as: Profile, cleanse, validate and audit          
• Taking part in master data quality improvement activities through analysis and remediation of data quality issues.

YOU ARE:

• Working towards a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or similar
• Comfortable working with large datasets
• Knowledgeable about SQL
• A resourceful and creative problem solver
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and take initiative to solve problems and complete tasks as they arise
• A positive, team-player attitude
• Enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters degree program
• Passionate for data and music
• Strong in communication skills
• Highly analytical with strong technical acumen
• Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, filters, basic formulas)
• Eager to experiment, test and measure the results of specific initiatives
• Knowledgeable in DBMS concepts, Javascript, programming in R, SAS, & ETLs (all preferred not required)

WHY YOU WANT TO WORK HERE:

• An opportunity to work with some of the most talented professionals in the music industry in a casual and welcoming environment
• Weekly Q&A sessions with the head of each department
• A collaborative group project connecting the operations of multiple departments and companies within Downtown
• Frequent interactive presentations, office-wide breakfasts/lunches, birthday celebrations, and other special events
• SoHo — need we say more?

To apply for an internship with DMP, please send an updated copy of your resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@dmpgroup.com. Please specify in the subject line which internship you are applying for. As well, please tell us which is your favorite song in the DMP catalog, and why you think it’s great!

Songtrust, a Billboard Magazine Top Music Startup, is revolutionizing the traditional music publishing business and we’re looking for a passionate individual to join our team. Our clients – ranging from indie artists to Grammy Nominees – retain 100% ownership of their copyrights and receive professional publishing administration services. Our catalog consists of over 1,000,000 songs that have been performed and recorded by premiere artists.

We are looking for a Talent Acquisition and Retention Leader.  This person will collaborate with our leadership team to recruit the leading talent in our space, assist with designing a framework that delivers recruiting solutions and support the overall continued growth of our organization.  They will assist with the recruiting experience from job spec creation, through acceptance of offer and on-boarding and engage and inspire our current staff.

So, What you will be doing?:

• Coordinate the selection & hiring process.  Provide feedback and recommendation to leaders regarding candidate profiles
• Use your knowledge and experience operating and searching various external recruiting programs (indeed, LinkedIn, ZipRecruiter, Angelist) to manage and search for candidates
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement a compelling Songtrust and Downtown Music Publishing employer brand that showcases our culture and mission, and that attracts diverse, experienced, and capable talent for all of our teams.
• Assist in promoting the company’s people strategy, helping to create a unique people experience for each individual
• Help facilitate employee training and engagement to retain and inspire our team; and
• Track and measure recruiting metrics to pinpoint improvement opportunities

You are:

• Someone with 2-5 years of recruiting experience in a fast paced environment or startup
• Someone who has previously implementation a structured interview process. You understanding the  modern applicant tracking systems such as Lever or Greenhouse or other systems
• Savvy with LinkedIn Recruiter (e.g., boolean searches) and other recruiting programs
• Able to source passive candidates while engaging with inbound applicants
• Able to self manage and take direction
• Looking to be part of a fast growing start-up and passionate about finding talent

Why you want to work here:

• Competitive Salary and benefits
• Fun, laid back atmosphere with like minded people who are full of passion
• Free CitiBike Membbership
• Health Care, 401K Matching, PTO and Volunteer hours
• Occasional tickets and performances in our Soho office/studio

To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@dmpgroup.com and let us know your favorite Downtown song.

Downtown Music Publishing is one of the world’s leading rights-management firms, with offices in New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, and Tokyo. The company’s catalog spans over seven decades of popular music, encompassing some of the world’s most beloved songwriters and artists including The Beatles, John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Ryan Tedder, Benny Blanco, The Kinks, Cy Coleman, Hans Zimmer, Bruce Springsteen, Mötley Crüe, One Direction, Naughty Boy, Hardwell, Sturgill Simpson, Santigold, Carla Bruni, and Social Distortion. The company’s technology platform, Songtrust, powers global royalty collection from over 100 countries and more than 20,000 unique income sources worldwide.

All candidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university and our internships are for credit only. If offered a position, students must provide a letter from their college or university confirming that they will receive school credit. Candidates should display strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as ingenuity and an eagerness to learn. Candidates must also possess excellent computer skills and strong organizational skills. An interest in music licensing/copyright administration is strongly preferred. The minimum time commitment is two days per week or a minimum of 16 hours per week, working from our New York City office in SoHo. It is also preferred that interns bring their own Wi-Fi enabled laptop to the office.

LICENSING AND ADMINISTRATION INTERN:

The purpose of this internship is to support a busy licensing and administration department while learning about all facets of publishing day-to- day operations in a rapidly growing company. The roll will encompass researching album release information for Downtown clients, assisting the department in processing synchronization and mechanical licenses data analysis, and various ad hoc tasks. You will be introduced to specific software, as well as organizational and business processes, that will further your understanding of music publishing.

So, what will you be doing?

• Help the team organize and execute mechanical and sync licenses
• Enter and organize data in Music Maestro
• Gather ISRCs (International Standard Recording Codes)
• Organize and update publishing splits
• Conduct internet research on recordings that embody Downtown copyrights

You are:

• Interested in the music industry
• Someone who has a basic understanding of music publishing and Copyright Law
• Eager to learn about the day-to-day operations of administrative publishing and have an interest in pursuing publishing as a career
• Confident  carrying out projects from start to finish, and providing quality data
• Knowledgable of the domestic PRO’s and major royalty administrators in the U.S.
• Able to identity the main royalty types collected by Publishers
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets

To apply for an internship with DMP, please send an updated copy of your resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@dmpgroup.com. Please specify in the subject line which internship you are applying for. As well, please tell us which is your favorite song in the DMP catalog, and why you think it’s great!

Downtown Music Publishing is one of the world’s leading rights-management firms, with offices in New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, and Tokyo. The company’s catalog spans over seven decades of popular music, encompassing some of the world’s most beloved songwriters and artists including The Beatles, John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Ryan Tedder, Benny Blanco, The Kinks, Cy Coleman, Hans Zimmer, Bruce Springsteen, Mötley Crüe, One Direction, Naughty Boy, Hardwell, Sturgill Simpson, Santigold, Carla Bruni, and Social Distortion. The company’s technology platform, Songtrust, powers global royalty collection from over 100 countries and more than 20,000 unique income sources worldwide.

All candidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university and our internships are for credit only. If offered a position, students must provide a letter from their college or university confirming that they will receive school credit. Candidates should display strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as ingenuity and an eagerness to learn. Candidates must also possess excellent computer skills and strong organizational skills. An interest in music licensing/copyright administration is strongly preferred. The minimum time commitment is two days per week or a minimum of 16 hours per week, working from our New York City office in SoHo.

Social Media & Marketing Internship:

This internship has been designed to be an amazing opportunity for someone who is passionate about music and has a burning desire to help brands tell their stories better. If you’re looking for a fast-paced working environment where you will be exposed to many different types of marketing and branding projects, this internship is for you.

This position will be highly involved in ALL aspects of marketing: social media, content creation, communications, digital, design, public relations, events, and more.

So, what will you be doing?

• Assisting the Marketing & Communications Designer in day to day activities of the marketing department;
• Brainstorming and executing on marketing campaigns daily for our social accounts (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, LinkedIn etc.), engaging with fans/followers, and monitoring our success;
• Developing highly effective content across various platforms (emails, blogs, website, newsletters, social media, Spotify playlists, etc.);
• Contributing to the creation and organization of Downtown brand assets;
• Researching new marketing strategies, and present ideas;
• Updating news clippings, research client biographies, and proofread press releases;
• Collaborating on design, photography/video editing projects;
• Managing and organize client assets;
• Supporting various marketing initiatives;

You are:

• Interested to learn about marketing and communications in a creative enviornment
• Obsessed with music, pop culture, entertainment, meme and general internet culture
• Positive, proactive and resourceful with a strong desire to learn
• Skilled, both written and oral, with meticulous attention to detail
• Intimately familiar with social media platforms, with an eagerness to stay in the loop of the latest tools: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, LinkedIn, YouTube, Snapchat, etc.
• Computer Savvy
• Knowledgable in photo and/or video editing applications
• Experienced working with design tools, such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

Personal laptop required

Downtown Music Publishing is one of the world’s leading rights-management firms, with offices in New York, Nashville, Los Angeles, London, Amsterdam, and Tokyo. The company’s catalog spans over seven decades of popular music, encompassing some of the world’s most beloved songwriters and artists including The Beatles, John Lennon & Yoko Ono, Ryan Tedder, Benny Blanco, The Kinks, Cy Coleman, Hans Zimmer, Bruce Springsteen, Mötley Crüe, One Direction, Naughty Boy, Hardwell, Sturgill Simpson, Santigold, Carla Bruni, and Social Distortion. The company’s technology platform, Songtrust, powers global royalty collection from over 100 countries and more than 20,000 unique income sources worldwide.

All candidates must be currently enrolled in a college or university and our internships are for credit only. If offered a position, students must provide a letter from their college or university confirming that they will receive school credit. Candidates should display strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as ingenuity and an eagerness to learn. Candidates must also possess excellent computer skills and strong organizational skills. An interest in A&R, music licensing/copyright administration is strongly preferred.

CREATIVE INTERN:

DMP Nashville was started in 2014 and has quickly became one the top publishers in the Nashville music community. The Nashville office is a creative hub representing writers and artists working to provide them with a variety of creative collaborations and opportunities. DMP Nashville has a diverse roster including Andy Albert, Kelly Archer, Marc Beeson, Sara Haze, Jillian Jacqueline, Kendell Marvel, Tony Esterly, Sam Ashworth and more.

So, what will you be doing?

– Organizing and updating the catalog
– Uploading new audio to our website while creatively tagging it (i.e. lyrical theme, tempo)
– Managing and organizing publishing splits
– Formatting Lyrics
– Assisting the A&R team with other various projects and events

You are:

• Passionate about music and how it is used in the media
• Someone who has a strong understanding of music trends and a familiarity with many different type of genres
• Organized, reliable and hard working
• Excited to be part of a creative environment

To apply for an internship with DMP Nashville, please send an updated copy of your resume and a brief cover letter to katie@dmpgroup.com. Please specify in the subject line which internship you are applying for. As well, please tell us which is your favorite song in the DMP catalog, and why you think it’s great!