Manager, Production

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in 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 around the world.

How we LEAD:

The Production Manager at MCA will help to facilitate, create and produce physical and digital catalog products for the label.

How you'll CREATE:* Issuing ISRCs and UPCs for all products

• Communicate with plant regarding manufacturing needs, art, music, correct plant/printer
  
• Assemble album copy
  
• Check lyrics to be as sung / check music for samples, timings, etc.
  
• Proof designed album package
  
• Make sure all art and music are uploaded on time to ASPEN
  
• Set all digital products marketing rights into the D2 system before scheduling
  
• Set all digital products into the Digs system to be scheduled
  
• Finalize all metadata in R2 for all releases
  
• Set physical products into the Milestone system to be scheduled
  
• Communicate with vinyl team for vinyl releases, test pressing, lacquers, art, quantity set
  
• Enter all digital video in CLA clearance system for videos and mobile products
  
• Set all video components to be scheduled
  
• Communicate due dates with product managers, creative department, A&R
  
• Communicate with the eCommerce department regarding digital products as well as the digital marketing team
  
• Communicate with International regarding set up of international needs; coordinate art and music when territory manufactures locally
  
• Communicate with promotion department regarding PlayMPE, All Access blasts and CDX - gather copy, send music, art and proof
  
• Shipping of all pre-release promotional commercial product
  
• Communicate label copy with mechanical department in LA
  
• Verify metadata with VEVA Sound
  
• Oversee the following functions
  

+ Enter metadata into R2 system for resources/releases (physical/digital products)

+ Enter metadata/coordinate with production coordinators that credits are accurate and complete

+ Gather label copy, PROs, splits from publishers / create spreadsheet for contact information

+ Send cover art to content specialist to get uploaded to ASPEN

+ Keep schedules updated and distribute

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  

Bring your VIBE:* Solid Production experience in entertainment

• Self-starter with ability to prioritize and organize
  
• Adaptive, flexible and work under pressure
  
• Strong technical skills: working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
  
• Ability to learn new software programs as necessary
  
• Multi-task and have excellent follow-through
  
• Prior experience in or exposure to Music or Entertainment industry
  
• Overtime/accessibility on nights and weekends as needed
  

Perks Playlist:* Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
  

+ 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services

+ Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

+ A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants

+ Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

+ 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation

• Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
  

+ Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

+ 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

+ 2-weeks paid Winter Break

+ 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

+ Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

+ Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

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

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Creative, Design & Production