Job Description

About the Company

BMI is a mission-driven organization at the forefront of music rights and creator advocacy. Celebrating over 80 years of service to songwriters, composers, music publishers and businesses, BMI is a global leader in music rights management. Currently representing the public performance rights in over 25 million musical works created and owned by more than 1.5 million artists. BMI negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are publicly performed.

About the Role

Every royalty payment starts with accurate information.

As a Distribution Processor at BMI, you’ll help turn music usage information into the accurate, timely royalty distributions that support the songwriters, composers and publishers we represent. You’ll process information from different sources, use specialized systems and tools, and contribute to a team that values accuracy, consistency and meeting deadlines.

Depending on your team, your work may involve processing cue sheets, identifying reported performances, handling music reports or supporting incoming international royalty payments. You’ll learn established processes, build knowledge of the music industry and work closely with colleagues and management to resolve questions and maintain quality.

If you enjoy detail-oriented work, solving practical problems and seeing how your contributions support the people who create music, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

POSITION SUMMARY

Processes information from a variety of sources using systems, tools and resources that support the accurate and timely distribution of royalty payments to BMI affiliates.

FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Essential Functions: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Processes cue sheets, links performances and performs other necessary tasks to meet team goals and deadlines.
• Maintains best practices as learned from continuous training on systems, procedures and decision-making.
• Applies policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to this business function.
• Communicates with management on a regular basis regarding work-related issues and questions.
• Meets established departmental goals for quantity and quality.
• Performs all tasks and functions handled by a specific team.
• Maintains knowledge of industry and affiliate changes through a variety of sources (industry blogs, BMI360, on-line content, and/or updates shared by co-workers and leaders).
• Regular attendance.
• Supports BMI Core Values and cultivate a culture of diversity and inclusion.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific to Distribution and Administration Services Foreign Incoming Team

Processes Audio and Audio-Visual distribution payments made by foreign Performing Rights Organizations.

• Creates manual payments to our affiliates.
• Reviews and reconciles quality assurance reports related to resolution and payment of Foreign Incoming royalties.
• Physical/Visual Activities or Demands
• Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance functions of this job.
• Sitting, talking, hearing, walking.
• Concentrated mental and visual attention with normal hand-eye coordination.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches; corrected or uncorrected.
• Generally negligible physical effort, but occasional moving of 1 to 10 lb. items.
• Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions
• Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the functions of this job.
• Normal office conditions.

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education: High school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Experience: Experience or familiarity with an operational/processing role.

Skills and Abilities: which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position.

• Knowledge of music industry or active participation in the music community highly preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient keyboard and PC skills.
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced, ever-changing, detail-oriented work environment.
• Effective decision-making skills to determine when and how to escalate problems or questions.
• Demonstrate a passion for music.
• Foreign language helpful but not required.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to interact professionally with others at all levels.
• Ability to work in a team or independently with minimal supervision.
• Initiative.
• Good problem-solving ability.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS

Personal computer and associated software. Normal office equipment.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• You process music usage and royalty-related information carefully and accurately.
• You meet established quantity and quality goals while keeping deadlines in focus.
• You follow established guidelines, ask thoughtful questions and know when to escalate an issue.
• You build confidence with the systems, procedures and tools needed for your assigned team.
• You stay organized, adapt to changing priorities and contribute positively to team results.
• You develop your knowledge of the music industry and understand why getting the details right matters.

WHY JOIN US?

The details behind a music performance matter. At BMI, Distribution Processors help make sure the information needed to pay royalties is handled accurately and on time. Your work supports the process that connects music usage with payments to the people who create it.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with music rights operations, develop specialized skills and join colleagues committed to supporting music creators. If you bring curiosity, care and a passion for music, we’d love to meet you!

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position. Team members may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

“Commonly associated” is not intended to mean always or only. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits & Perks

We take care of our people, here’s what you can expect when joining the team:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with employer match on 100% of the first 4%.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Office Schedule & Remote Friday's
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Paid Vacation & Sick/Personal Time
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Summer Half-Days
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Up To 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits (New York)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Entertainment discounts and access to BMI concerts and events in our offices
• Employee appreciation events and holiday parties hosted at all office locations