Data Clerk

We’re Hiring
Data Clerk (Internship)
Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver

Full-time - Temporary

WHO WE ARE
SOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators and publishers receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents more than 180,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Through licensing, global royalty collection and advocacy, we help creators to keep making the music that entertains, moves, and inspires us

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ANTI-RACISM

WHY WORK WITH US?
- Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community
- Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance
- Get involved in the rapidly changing creative space
- Advocate for and empower the creative community
- Together, we’ll help music creators earn more income and make a living

WHAT WE OFFER
- 35-hour workweek schedule (possible flexible work options i.e., 4-day work week (position based))
- Virtual My Wellness program, including access to SOCAN fitness facility (Only for Toronto based positions)
- Inclusive and collaborative working environment

ABOUT THE ROLE
The role of Data Clerk is responsible for the tracking, cleansing, processing and storage of data files received from multiple sources and providers. Data is to be accurate and complete within communicated timelines to support quarterly Distribution activities. The Data Clerk will also support the continuous standardization, automation and improvement of data management processes.

WHAT YOU’LL DO / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with the processing (cleansing, formatting) of data files that are submitted by data service providers for radio (radio logs for online & traditional radio airplay) and internet music usage (e.g. streaming services such as Apple, & Spotify)
- Working closely with the team to ensure that distribution activities are completed within required timelines as other teams depend on our output as part of the quarterly distribution activities
- Track required data (i.e. received, outstanding, processed, rejected, etc.) and advise Team Lead, Data Services Specialist of non-compliancy and/or late receipt of data
- Quality Assurance - ensure processed data is complete and accurate to meet the quality expectation of the business
- Support the team as required in working on any adhoc data service requests/queries from the Royalty Operations and Membership teams. This could include research, problem solving and/or validation of data received
- Where possible provide feedback on areas of improvement to operational processes
- Participate in regular biweekly team meetings

WHAT YOU WILL BRING / QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Currently enrolled in post secondary education
- Available to work 35 hours a week, May through August
- Ability to manage workload effectively including planning, organizing, prioritizing and meeting deadlines
- Attention to detail (working with large sets of data)
- Strong interest in analytics and data gathering
- Excellent research skills
- Intermediate MS Excel knowledge (e.g. formulas, formatting, pivot tables)
- Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to multitask and plan tasks based on timelines provided
- Strong communication (both written and verbal) skills
- Experience with the MS suite of tools (Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Knowledge and interest in working in the Music Industry

ACCESSIBILITY & ACCOMMODATION

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SOCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

HOW TO APPLY