Job Description

Were Hiring!
Distributor Administrator
Toronto , ON
Contract
Hybrid
WHO WE ARE
SOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators and publishers receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents nearly 200,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Through licensing, global royalty collection and advocacy, we help creators to keep making the music that entertains, moves, and inspires us
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ANTI-RACISM
SOCAN thrives with a variety of viewpoints, identities, and backgrounds, and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, race, age, culture, sexual orientation, religious belief, or physical ability. Learn more about SOCANs commitment to .
WHY WORK WITH US?
Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community
Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance
Get involved in the rapidly changing creative space
Advocate for and empower the creative community
Together, well help music creators earn more income and make a living
WHAT WE OFFER
35-hour workweek schedule (possible flexible work options i.e., 4-day work week (position based))
Access to SOCANs Toronto fitness facility
Inclusive and collaborative working environment
ABOUT THE ROLE
SOCAN is looking for detail-oriented, results-focused and proactive individual to join the Royalty Operations and Services teams. The role of Distribution Administrator is responsible for research, data entry and validation activities that support one of several operational teams.
Identification manual matching of music usage by radio, television and streaming services to SOCANs catalog of musical works (songs) and audio-visual cue sheets
Works Maintenance & Agreements updating music works or their related agreements to ensure proper royalty distributions
Audio-Visual Maintenance entering and updating cue sheets
Concerts entering set lists and matching to SOCANs catalog
Queries research member (domestic & international) queries and provide resolution
The goals of all activities assigned are to maximize royalty distributions and ensure the accuracy of SOCANs distribution.
WHAT YOULL DO / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Management of SOCAN catalog of musical works and audio-visual cue sheets and related music publishing agreements, including the addition of new and/or updating of existing
Research of the musical work or audio-visual cue sheet and associated shareholders
Resolution of conflicting claims on a musical work or audio-visual cue sheet by coordinating with Membership for member feedback
Review and update of agreements that direct royalty collection
Merge potential duplicate works into a single payable musical work
Matching of music usage reports from radio, television and streaming services to SOCAN catalog
Reviewing possible match results and research of musical work or audio-visual cue sheet to ensure valid match to reported music use
Execute match of musical work or audio visual cue sheet to music usage reported or claimed by members based on Unidentified Performances List posted for member review online
Resolve member queries and/or member-generated activities (domestic and international)
Research queries submitted by Membership on behalf of members that cover many different areas including changes to catalogs and member agreements and potential missing royalties
Provide updates to Membership on investigations for communication to members
Pursue member-claimed music use with foreign societies
The goals of all activities assigned are to maximize royalty distributions and ensure the accuracy of SOCANs distribution
WHAT YOU WILL BRING / QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Computer literacy required, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically MS Excel
Bilingual in French and English is a strong asset, but is not required
Music industry knowledge is an asset, but is not required
Excellent research skills
Strong time management skills to meet deadlines and shifting priorities
Detail oriented and thorough
Strong analytical problem solver
Strong aptitude for figure
Self-starter
Results-oriented
Efficient
Proactive
ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATION
SOCAN is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at hr@socan.com and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SOCAN is an equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.
If you dont see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply
HOW TO APPLY
If youre interested in joining us, wed love to hear from you:
Thank you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to interview.
To learn more about SOCAN, go to . You can also follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook (@SOCANmusic/@SOCANmusique).