Chrysalis Records/Blue Raincoat Music is a leading independent music company headquartered in London and New York. Along with our US partner Reservoir Media, we own the legendary Chrysalis and Tommy Boy catalogues, and we also represent artists through our management arm Blue Raincoat Artists, and publishing via Blue Raincoat Music Publishing.
The Position
We are seeking a Junior Project Coordinator to join our catalogue team to assist and coordinate projects for releases for the Chrysalis Catalogue label. Reporting direct to the Senior Project Manager you will create physical, digital and marketing assets in preparation for release. Ensuring clear and accurate information pertaining to each project is kept up to date. The role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities.
Projects:
Point of contact for each project, tracking progress and deadlines
Co-ordinate new releases as determined by the Snr Project Manager
Discuss product development ideas, inc. manufacturing pricing, PPD/RRP of products with Snr Project Manager
Gain approval for costs for mastering, artwork and manufacturing from Snr Project Manager
Work with the appropriate marketing manager to prepare one sheet/sales note details, release assets for approval
Liaise with SVP Production & Physical Distribution for one sheet/sales notes solicitation
Prepare, along with the Snr Project Manager and SVP Production & Physical Distribution a timeline for the release
Audio:
Liaise with Snr Project Manager for audio requirements, audio masters (lacquer cutting, CD DDPi, digital masters)
Ensure audio is approved and signed off by artist/managers, Snr Project Manager
Review and gain approval from test pressings, CD DDPi’s and DSP.
Artwork:
Liaise with the Snr Project Manager for designers/costings, requirements and artwork design and product assets
Co-ordinate photography clearances for project (physical product, PR, Promotional use etc) with Business affairs
Gain approves/sign off with artists/managers and Snr Project Manager
Label Copy/Metadata:
Prepare and co-ordinate label copy and metadata information for the project
Deliver metadata to the Operations team for a timely setting up in internal and external systems
Production:
Liaise with Snr Project Manager to prepare and approval for purchase orders
Monitor production timelines and inform marketing team of delivery dates and any potential delays
Check finished samples and approval from Snr. Project Manager
Marketing:
Liaise with Marketing manager for any required assets needed from artwork and audio process (packshots, exploded packshots etc.
In addition to the above, provide support and assistance to the Catalogue Team, overseeing promo stock, sending stock to artists/management, and ad-hoc tasks.
Person Specification
Good understanding of the music industry and the catalogue area
Qualifications
2-3 years’ experience in similar role
Keen interest in catalogue music
Proactive approach to everyday tasks and ownership of the role
Excellent organisational skills
Immaculate attention to detail
IT literate (intermediate Excel skills are desirable)
Excellent organisational, written and verbal skills.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Raincoat is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that embracing diversity strengthens our culture, drives innovation, and contributes to our continued success.
If you require assistance or an accommodation in completing any aspect of the application process, please contact the Blue Raincoat Recruiting team at: [email protected].
