Digital Music Operations Manager
Digital Distribution & Rights Management Specialist Lang Van, Inc. Lang Van is seeking a detail-oriented Digital Distribution & Rights Management Specialist to manage the delivery of our music and video catalog to digital platforms and help protect our rights online, with a particular focus on YouTube. This role oversees distribution submissions, release tracking, Content ID administration, and copyright disputes. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with digital music distribution and understands how to investigate claims, organize supporting documentation, and follow cases through resolution.
Key Responsibilities
Digital Distribution Prepare and submit audio and video releases through our distribution partners. Review assets, artwork, metadata, ISRCs, UPCs, ownership information, and territorial rights for accuracy before delivery. Coordinate with production and content teams to ensure releases meet delivery requirements and deadlines. Track submissions, confirm delivery and release status, and resolve rejected deliveries, missing content, incorrect metadata, and duplicate releases. Maintain accurate catalog records and communicate release status to the scheduling and social media teams. YouTube Content ID & Rights Management Manage assets, reference files, ownership information, and monetization policies within YouTube’s Content Management System. Monitor claims, ownership conflicts, reference overlaps, and other issues affecting catalog protection or monetization. Review incoming disputes and appeals, check the relevant rights documentation, and recommend an appropriate response. Identify unauthorized uses of Lang Van recordings and videos and document findings for review. Prepare and submit authorized claims, dispute responses, and takedown requests in coordination with the rights and legal teams. Coordinate with distributors, platform support teams, and other rights holders to resolve conflicting claims and incorrect ownership assertions. Escalate complex matters, including counter-notifications and unclear ownership issues, to the appropriate internal team or counsel. Case Tracking & Reporting Maintain a centralized log of claims, disputes, evidence, deadlines, communications, and outcomes. Organize contracts, ownership records, registrations, and other supporting documentation. Track monetization interruptions and follow up on revenue adjustments or releases associated with resolved disputes. Provide regular updates on distribution status, outstanding disputes, recurring issues, and cases requiring escalation.
Qualifications
Practical experience in digital music or video distribution, digital rights management, or copyright operations. Hands-on knowledge of YouTube CMS, Content ID, claims, disputes, and appeals. Familiarity with release metadata, ISRCs, UPCs, and digital delivery requirements. Understanding of the distinction between sound recording, video, and composition rights. Strong research, documentation, and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines. Sound judgment when reviewing rights information and determining when an issue needs escalation.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with record labels, music catalogs, distributors, or rights management companies. Familiarity with The Orchard, AudioSalad, or comparable distribution systems. YouTube training in Content Ownership and Asset Monetization, or equivalent practical experience. English and Vietnamese language skills. To Apply Please submit your résumé and a brief summary of your experience with digital distribution, YouTube Content ID, and copyright disputes. Describe the systems you have used and the types of cases you have handled, without sharing confidential information. Location: Remote Employment Type: Full-time