Director, Production and Distribution

A little bit about us:

APG is an independent new-model label and music publisher. Led by veteran music executive Mike Caren, APG is a well-funded label / publisher with the agility of an indie and the muscle of a major.

We’re looking for someone to help guide audiovisual content distribution as well as support APG’s new distribution arm, Release.Global.

The company is fast paced, creative, and very close to the artists and writers. It’s a place for fast-moving but thoughtful and hardworking up-and-comers, determined to make a significant mark on the industry.

  • TITLE: Director, Production and Distribution

  • REPORTS TO: Sr. Director, A&R Admin and Production

  • LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA

What kind of person are you?

  • Self-directed and organized with high attention to detail and great follow through.

  • Forward thinking, technology-minded and computer savvy in general with competence in mastering new programs and software.

  • Demonstrable experience in a client facing role, fundamental understanding of music business practices, with relevant prior work experience.

  • Critical, agile and creative thinker with the ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive attitude and a customer-centric approach.

Key Responsibilities

  • Onboard new clients to our distribution platform. See through vendor set up, payment and tracking. Liaise with Accounting & Finance to ensure payouts are fulfilled. 

  • Administer APGs Youtube SRAV CMS, including content ID.

  • Work with A&R to demo distribution platforms to new signings and potential clients. Serve as a day-to-day liaison with clients to work through technical issues and general support. 

  • Set up new contracts in our backend; enter deal points, exclusivity, release commitments, etc.

  • Work with Legal to review and QC incoming releases via YouTube and Release.Global 

  • Liaise with Marketing to drive social media content and strategy, keeping them up to date on new signings, incoming releases and trending singles.

Requirements

  • YouTube Certification. 

  • Minimum 2 years of administrative experience in the music industry.

  • Experience inputting data into distribution service provider platform(s). 

  • Experience and knowledge regarding optimization of YouTube assets and rights management.

  • Strong understanding of record label production, clearance, and distribution processes. 

  • Experience managing multiple Youtube channels in the music space.

Beneficial Experience

  • Experience in royalties systems & label waivers.

Education                 

  • College degree preferred

Why join us?

We are at the heart of the music business and launch more successful music careers, for artists & executives alike, than most of the industry. We have a fast-paced, exciting, and creative environment that is oriented for growth and career development.

APG is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.