Careers at IFPI

Location: Miami, US

Working week: Wednesday – Sunday

Report to: CPE Operations Manager, IFPI (London office)

Background

IFPI is the global trade body for the recording industry and works closely with our member record companies. We operate within a broad range of fields covering areas such as anti-piracy / content protection strategy, market research, litigation, lobbying, performance rights and communications. IFPI’s head office is in London, with additional offices in Brussels, Nairobi, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, Miami, and Beijing. We have affiliated organisations in over 70 countries, including national groups and music licensing companies that represent their own region’s member record companies. With these specialist teams covering their local regions, in addition to IFPI’s global remit, we can deploy our expertise – quickly and effectively – wherever it is needed.

Role

IFPI is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual for the role of Junior Content Protect and Enforcement Operations Specialist. This role is based in IFPI’s Miami office.  The role sits within the Operations function of the global Content Protection and Enforcement department, whose mission is to safeguard our members’ content online, across all time zones.  The role will primarily involve discovering, analysing, and reporting online infringements of our members’ rights. The candidate will be expected to gain an understanding of the basics of copyright law and several types of infringing services.  They will work with representatives from our member record companies as well as other units within the organisation, including the Legal department and the Investigations and Development teams. They will also be required to interact with business intelligence and other IT systems. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a keen eye for detail such that they can ensure the accuracy of operational data and be able to communicate in a clear and professional manner.

The selected candidate will receive training in specific technologies and skills, as required.

Requirements

The candidate should possess, and be able to demonstrate, the following:

• Experience of Microsoft Office Suite, including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• An ability to produce reports, documents, and presentations as per business requirements.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and good working knowledge of accessing content online.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high levels of attention to detail.
• Initiative, enthusiasm, and willingness to undertake varied tasks.

Desirable

• Good knowledge of musical genres and current top / chart artists.
• Interest in technology.
• Experience carrying out internet research and ideally, some digital evidence collection.
• Previous exposure to basic copyright law.
• Experience analysing data.

How to apply

Candidates who can demonstrate that they meet specifications set out above and can prove that they have the right to work in the UK should send an application to recruitment@ifpi.org or by post to Human Resources Department IFPI Secretariat, 7 Air St, London, W1B 5AD. UK

The application should include your CV and a covering letter stating how you meet each requirement. Due to the need to fill this role swiftly, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we receive sufficient application.

Interview Process

We will, having reviewed applications on a rolling basis, seek to conduct interviews with candidates via online or in person.

In order to process job applications, IFPI collects personal information submitted by applicants. By applying for this role, you are consenting to that processing. All personal information is processed in line with our privacy policy set out at https://www.ifpi.org/terms-conditions/

EEO Statement
IFPI is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Report to: Director of Communications

Department: Communications

Location: Piccadilly Circus, London

Start date: 1 June 2023

Background

IFPI is the global trade body for the recording industry and works closely with our member record companies. We operate within a broad range of fields covering areas such as anti-piracy / content protection strategy, market research, litigation, lobbying, performance rights and communications. IFPI’s head office is in London, with additional offices in Brussels, Nairobi, Singapore, Abu Dhabi, Miami, and Beijing. We have affiliated organisations in over 70 countries, including national groups and music licensing companies that represent their own region’s member record companies. With these specialist teams covering their local regions, in addition to IFPI’s global remit, we can deploy our expertise – quickly and effectively – wherever it is needed.

The position

Drives the delivery of IFPI’s communications programme and manages communications projects.  Supports with the management of the communications team. This is a vital and responsible role at the heart of both IFPI’s global team and our wider network of members and stakeholders.  It requires an outstanding senior communications professional to work in one of the most dynamic and fast-changing creative industries. The role requires a passion for great communication and knowledge and direct experience of the music industry.

The senior comms exec works across the full range of corporate, consumer and social media communications. The key responsibilities include:

• Message development and dissemination – Collaborating with the above-mentioned group to develop the key messages and evidence points on priority industry campaigns and issues.
• Development and delivery of IFPI materials – including large message platforms such the Global Music Report – drawing on contributions from company execs and artist stories.  This report forms the basis for communication with all stakeholders for the year and is launched at a global media event (attended physically and online by over 100 journalists).
• Media engagement and relationship building – including press office function and a media engagement programme to educate key stakeholders on our issues and positions.
• National Group engagement and coordination – coordinating closely with national group directors and comms leads, discussing ongoing and emerging media issues and supporting with engagement through the delivery of key messages, Q&A and evidence points.
• IFPI profile building – Managing IFPI’s reputation and building its presence online to support engagement activity – including organising, hosting and chairing events.
• IFPI departmental support – Liaising directly with all IFPI departments to support them with communicating their activities to both internal and external audiences.
• Direct support for CEO communications and other directors – Helping them to prepare for events, speaking and media opportunities.
• Support for IFPI regional offices – Working with all IFPI’s regional offices to support them in establishing and expanding their presence and profile as well as supporting them with stakeholder engagement where needed.
• Development of IFPI’s look and feel as an organisation – Delivering design and creative support to the organisation along with brand coordination.
• Internal communications – including the delivery of an internal staff education programme to inform the global IFPI team on the work, approach and views of its member record companies. Features regular guest interviews.
• Work on planning and implementing of IFPI’s overall communications strategy;
• Directly handle day-to-day media enquiries from news outlets worldwide;
• Draft a full range of media briefs, releases, Q&As and talking points, as well as blogs and articles for external publication;
• Research, drafting and editing of reports, such as the IFPI Global Music Report;
• Help develop IFPI’s social media strategy in line with its strategic goals;
• Develop and manage relationships with communications staff at IFPI’s member companies, national groups and stakeholders
• Service and advise IFPI’s affiliated national groups and organisations on media and stakeholder relations issues;

 Position requirements:

• An outstanding senior communications professional with a deep understanding of media relations and a passion for good, clear, powerful communication
• An exceptional writer with a track record of being able to produce high quality copy – from press releases to reports and articles – to strict deadlines;
• At least seven years relevant experience, either an in-house or agency background
• Ability to understand, explain and summarise complex and sometimes technical subjects for non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative and tenacious team player who will understand and enjoy working in cross-disciplinary teams and with multiple audiences and stakeholders;
• A highly organised person able to prioritise tasks and workloads in a busy working environment;
• Knowledge of the music or creative industries, will be a big advantage
• Prepared to travel internationally from time to time to conferences and meetings;
• A solid undergraduate degree and good A-levels.

Please note: The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. This job description is subject to review to ensure that it truly reflects the strategic direction requirements of IFPI.

How to apply

Candidates who can demonstrate that they meet specifications set out above and can prove that they have the right to work in the UK should send an application to recruitment@ifpi.org or by post to Human Resources Department IFPI Secretariat, 7 Air St, London, W1B 5AD.

The application should include your CV and a covering letter stating how you meet each requirement. Due to the need to fill this role swiftly, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we receive sufficient application.

Closing date:

1 April 2023

Interview Process

We will, having reviewed applications on a rolling basis, seek to conduct interviews with candidates via online or in person.

In order to process job applications, IFPI collects personal information submitted by applicants. By applying for this role, you are consenting to that processing. All personal information is processed in line with our privacy policy set out at https://www.ifpi.org/terms-conditions/

EEO Statement

IFPI is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds.