Copyright Operations Manager – NA & LATAM Leadership

Kobalt Music; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobalt Music seeks a Manager, Copyright to lead day-to-day operations of our Copyright function across North America and Latin America. You will register and monetize our publishing catalog and support U.S. Mechanical Licensing, collaborating with multiple departments to drive accurate data and timely filings.

You will manage a team, mentor staff, and contribute to cross-functional projects while staying informed on copyright trends to improve processes and engagement with societies.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in music copyright, publishing, or a related field.
• Experience mentoring junior team members.
• Working knowledge of the US Copyright Office and collection societies in North and Latin America.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Collaborative mindset and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.
• Familiarity with rights management systems or licensing platforms is a plus.
• SQL experience is a plus.
• Professional written fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of 4-5 direct reports, guiding their work and supporting their development.
• Manage and execute core tasks related to copyright registration, data management, and society communication across North and Latin America, serving as a point of contact for key North American collection societies.
• Submit timely copyright registrations to the US Copyright Office.
• Collaborate with the Director on process improvements, reporting needs, and society engagement strategies.
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve issues and implement solutions.
• Monitor ongoing industry trends and changes in copyright and licensing to inform internal practices.
• Ensure data integrity and follow-up on open tasks with societies and partners.
• Support preparation for industry events, AGMs, and working groups.

Skills

Team management

Copyright knowledge

Data management

Communication

Analytical skills

Tools

Monday

Tableau

Zendesk

SQL

Job description

Kobalt Music seeks a Manager, Copyright to lead day-to-day operations of our Copyright function across North America and Latin America. You will register and monetize our publishing catalog and support U.S. Mechanical Licensing, collaborating with multiple departments to drive accurate data and timely filings.

You will manage a team, mentor staff, and contribute to cross-functional projects while staying informed on copyright trends to improve processes and engagement with societies.