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Skill Level:

Mid-tier to experienced

What does a Metadata Coordinator do?

Metadata is, essentially, data about other data. An example of this is information about a song, such as it’s length, creator, genre, title, and producer. A metadata coordinator ensures that metadata is correct and communicated to distributors. It’s really important that this data is communicated to organisations like PPL and PRS for Music, as having this information easily identifies a specific song or album, and if it gets played live or on the radio then those artists can get paid. It helps to process royalties and register new works, especially on sites such as Spotify.

What’s a Metadata Coordinator good at?

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• High level of written and spoken English
• Strong analytical skills
• Passion for music and knowledge of the music industry
• Pro active

Tools of the Trade

MS Excel is a key bit of software that will help you in this role. Anything that you can input data into, organise, and dissect, will surely help you navigate this vital role.

How do I get involved in metadata as a career?

At School or College: Music or an analytical subject, maths, ICT

Look for an apprenticeship within: Data handling

Get a degree in: Music or an analytical subject (Non-Essential)

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Volunteer work always give you a good idea of the music industry, and also a chance to network with music professionals. To gain some music industry specific experience, ask at your local music venue if they might take on an extra helping hand on event nights.

For metadata, you could do a course to learn more about the ins and out – as well as look up online resources on the basics.

Search for a course of study with trusted UK Music partners here: https://www.ukmusic.org/education-skills/music-academic-partnership-map/

For more inspiring ideas on careers in the Creative Industries check out: https://discovercreative.careers/#/