Content ID & Rights Manager (Distribution)

Location: New York, NY (Full-Time, On-Site)

About the role

Roc Nation Distribution is seeking a Content ID & Rights Manager to oversee the organization, distribution, and optimization of our catalog of digital content across platforms. This role will be pivotal in protecting our content, managing rights, and optimizing workflows for efficient rights management. The Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the integrity of our catalog and content distribution on YouTube. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of digital music distribution and content management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor and enforce Roc Nation’s content ownership on YouTube, safeguarding digital rights across our catalog
• Oversee asset imports, conducting meticulous quality checks to maintain accurate metadata
• Serve as a primary contact for internal teams and partners, resolving content-related issues quickly and effectively
• Manage all YouTube-related disputes, ensuring fair and efficient resolution across Roc Nation’s catalog
• Generate and analyze KPI and performance reports for the Distribution and Publishing teams, highlighting insights for continuous improvement
• Ensure all content management activities comply with YouTube’s policies and guidelines
• Identify opportunities to enhance current workflows, implementing process improvements and automation where possible
• Stay updated on industry trends, changes in platform requirements, and content management innovations to continuously improve processes
• Other duties, as assigned

Requirements

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Music Business, Digital Media, or a related field
• 4+ years of experience in digital content management, preferably within the music or entertainment industries
• Experience with YouTube's Content Management System (CMS) and Content ID system
• Strong understanding of digital music distribution, DSP platforms, and content management best practices
• Proficiency with content management systems (CMS) and familiarity with metadata standards for music and video content
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects within tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, with experience collaborating across departments and working with external partners
• Analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven recommendations
• Passion for music and entertainment, with a proactive approach to staying informed on industry trends
• Familiarity with Airtable and YouTube certified is a plus

Benefits

• HEALTH: Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family with access to a health care concierge and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
• YOURSELF: Free concert tickets, paid time off including paid holidays, sick time and floating days
• CAREER: Career and skill development programs with School of Live
• WEALTH: 401(k) program with company match
• Note – Roc Nation benefits and policies differ from Live Nation

Pay

The Expected Compensation For This Position Is $72,000.00 USD - $90,000.00 USD Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Schedule

Full-Time, On-Site