Are you an entertainment news junkie? Do you thrill your friends with tales torn from famous and obscure sources about artists and performers of every ilk? Are you a bit of a data-head who's a little obsessed with entertainment charts, ranks, lists and stats? Do you knowingly smile to yourself as you watch a story's blow-up path, from the feeds to the web to TV, all fueled by the public's fascination with all things entertainment? And do you have an eye for fact-based stories and an understanding of the role data plays in their telling? If so, we'd like to talk!

Luminate is the preeminent entertainment data and insights company, unlocking access to the most essential, objective, and trustworthy data compiled from thousands of verified data sources. The beneficiary of industry consolidation, Luminate now houses what was once Nielsen Music, BDS Radio, SoundScan, Music Connect, Alpha Data and Variety Business Intelligence.

The Team:

Join our team in a role centered on meticulously managing data ingestion, cleansing, and validation from our label, retail, and streaming partners. As a key player, you'll handle new account setups and conduct thorough analyses of incoming data, actively spotting anomalies and inaccuracies.

Your responsibilities include taking prompt action to investigate and rectify any identified anomalies or inaccuracies ensuring the integrity and accuracy of our data. Additionally, you'll eagerly take on special projects as assigned, contributing to continuously enhancing our data management processes. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and are passionate about maintaining data accuracy and detailed communication, this role is for you.

About the Role:

Luminate is seeking a detail-oriented and data-savvy Music Metadata Coordinator to join our growing team in our Los Angeles, CA or Tampa, Fl office. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of music metadata across the platforms and catalogs. You'll help shape how users experience music data by enriching content with clean, structured, and relevant information.

Key Responsibilities:

Review, analyze, and enhance music metadata including artist names, track titles, genres, contributors, and release details

Validate and correct incoming metadata to meet internal quality standards and partner guidelines Research and resolve metadata discrepancies, duplication, and conflicts using internal tools and external sources Collaborate with content operations, engineering, and product teams to improve metadata systems and workflows Monitor and maintain metadata integrity across catalogs and releases
Stay updated on industry trends, music releases, and artist information to ensure metadata relevance and accuracy

Qualifications:

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Experience working with large datasets and content management systems Familiarity with music metadata standards and digital distribution platforms (e.g., iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music) Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; experience in metadata tools is a plus
Strong knowledge of music across genres, eras, and regions

Nice to Have:

Previous experience in a music tech company, label, or streaming service

Understanding of music rights, publishing, and licensing
Multilingual skills, especially in Arabic, French, or Japanese

Preferred Experience:

2+ years in a music rights, metadata, or operations-related role

Experience with industry databases (e.g., Music Reports, SoundExchange, ASCAP, BMI, etc.) Knowledge of DDEX standards, CWR, and ISRC/ISWC identifiers
Background in music publishing, digital distribution, or royalty reporting

Why Join Us?

Be part of a team that shapes how music is discovered and enjoyed globally

Work in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment
Opportunities to grow within the intersection of music and technology

Our base salary for this position is $25hr ($52,000) . We consider your skills and experience, what similar jobs pay at companies of our size, and ensure fair pay among colleagues. Final base salary offer amounts are determined by factors including your experience, skills, and expertise. In addition we are proud to offer additional perks and benefits that contribute and complete our total compensation package. Luminate reserves the right to change our compensation bands at any time.

Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

PMC is committed to the health and wellness of our employees. As part of our company-wide rollout of PMC's paid healthcare plan, for this role the company pays 100% of the monthly health, dental and vision plan premiums for the employee and their family. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

More About Us: Luminate has incredible 30 year history that has made us who we are today. We power the Billboard Charts, but we also inform the entire music industry with exclusive research, data and insights. We serve the television and film industry, providing deep meta-data on every major production and title.

Luminate is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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