Content Protection Representative

Universal Music Group; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 38,610 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Mental health coverage

Wellbeing reimbursements

Student loan repayment

401(k) with vesting

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music company, is seeking a Content Protection Representative to review and protect UMG’s assets across digital and physical platforms. You will work with multiple labels and teams, handling inquiries, and enforcing rights in a global, fast-paced environment.

Bring a Bachelor’s degree and 0–1+ years in music, entertainment, or related fields, with strong organization and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 0–1+ years’ work experience in music, digital media, entertainment, tech, or related fields preferred.
• Familiarity with anti-piracy, copyright, or trademark concepts preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel) and basic data skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and review online uses of UMG assets to detect infringement.
• Handle inquiries from internal labels and Spanish-speaking teams.
• Collaborate with international trade groups to enforce rights.
• Stay updated on digital trends in the recording industry.

Skills

Fluent Spanish or Portuguese

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group, the world’s leading music company. We are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship, operating a broad array of businesses in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content across more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans worldwide.

How We LEAD

Universal Music Group’s Content Protection team offers an exciting opportunity for a Content Protection Representative to combat IP theft at the world’s largest music company. The department supports all UMG labels and business units worldwide across multiple time zones, working on diverse projects related to the management of audio and video content and other digital and physical workstreams. This role suits a dynamic individual with a keen eye for detail and a passion for recorded music and technology.

As a Content Protection Representative, you will primarily review and assess UMG content using a variety of internal and external technologies, and you will receive training in the physical, digital, and technical operations of the music business.

Bring Your VIBE

• 0‑1+ years’ work experience in the music industry or digital media, entertainment, technology, or related fields.
• Familiarity with anti‑piracy, copyright, or trademark concepts preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Highly organized with demonstrated attention to detail.
• Self‑starter able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Significant understanding of digital technologies, especially music platforms and mobile apps.
• Strong organizational skills including follow‑through and execution.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Passion for music and digital music platforms.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Fluency in Spanish or Portuguese.
• Advanced knowledge of Office 365, including Excel.
• Experience working with large datasets or databases, including SQL.
• Excellent presentation skills (e.g., PowerPoint) and willingness to speak publicly among peers and senior managers.

How You’ll CREATE

• Assess and review online uses of UMG digital and physical assets (including publishing) to detect infringement of our rights.
• Handle inquiries from internal business units and labels, including Spanish‑speaking labels.
• Work with international trade groups to enforce our rights.
• Stay abreast of digital trends related to the recording industry.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, including 100% coverage for out‑patient in‑network mental health services.
• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants.
• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and more (up to $720/year).
• Student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5 % of your contributions and additional UMG contribution.
• Flexible paid time off for exempt employees, 3‑week PTO for non‑exempt employees, 2‑week paid winter break, 10 company holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day), summer Fridays, and generous paid parental leave for all types of parents.

Disclaimer

This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

E‑Verify Participation

We are an E‑Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. UMG is not enrolled in E‑Verify in California and New York, and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E‑Verify, such as candidates on STEM‑OPT.

Job Category

Business & Legal Affairs

Salary Range

$38,610 – $46,000