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.
Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) is the leading global music publisher with more than 57 offices in 47 countries. UMPG has some of the most important contemporary songwriters and artists on its global roster. UMPG is also the leading production music group in the world with a diverse and comprehensive portfolio of UPPM-owned repertoire. UPPM is the preeminent supplier of high-level production music throughout the world and serves the burgeoning business that creates, produces, and licenses music for use in film/TV, advertising, broadcast, and corporate clients.
2023 Summer Internship Opportunities: June 5th, 2023 -August 11th, 2023
Business & Legal Affairs Intern: Santa Monica, CA (onsite)
How you’ll CREATE:
The Business & Legal Affairs department provides a wide spectrum of support to UMPG as a whole and handles everything from songwriter contracts, sampling, litigation, digital licensing, and policymaking.
• Review and summarize contracts
• Redline various publishing agreements, correspondence and other documents
• Draft standard form letters and other legal documents
• Research assigned topics such as significant changes in music trends, new music applications and digital platforms, among other topics
• Assist in record keeping and data management
• Attend weekly meetings and phone calls with supervising attorneys
• Interact with other departments based on department needs and tasks
Bring your VIBE:
• Law Student (L2/L3)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Very detail-oriented and organized; excellent time management and follow through
• Self-starter: takes initiative and is resourceful; takes ownership of tasks and projects
• Solid collaboration and interpersonal skills
• Adaptable to changing workload depending on department needs
• Exhibits sound problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Exhibits integrity, professional demeanor, and exercises sound judgment
• Positive attitude and a sense of humor
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
All UMG employees are currently required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide proof of a negative PCR or Antigen test before entering any Company offices unless they have been approved for an exemption or unless prohibited by applicable law.
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Job Category:
Internships
Salary Range:
$13.00 - $16.04 per hour
The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.
