Metadata Analyst
Rutherford, NJ

Job Description

Overview

Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a roster of current artists that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars, as well as a vast catalog that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. Sony Music Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America.

Sony Music is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

The Metadata Analyst, Central Repertoire and Metadata Group will report directly into Metadata Manager of Central Repertoire and Metadata Group.

The Metadata Analyst, Central Repertoire and Metadata Support Group responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to:

* Support SME Labels in creating, maintaining and policing "Best in Class" Metadata
* Provide professional support for client's corporate metadata environment, specifically around GRAS and GCLS
* Generating, creating, improving, analyzing and using standard system and ad-hoc reports, created across many groups to support high data quality
* Work with colleagues across ES & SONY organization, to identify best practices and process improvements in expansive metadata areas
* Global Management of Central Repertoire and metadata support Group (CRG), including off-site management/governance for outsourced staff (WNS).
* Establish an expertise in corporate systems that impact but are not directly related to the wider group (Digital Suite, SAMIS, SAP etc)
* Participate in strategic planning, design and re-engineering discussions consistent with the need for continuous improvement of the systems environment
* Address special projects as they arise and assess underlying needs

Qualifications

* Ability to work independently on multiple projects a must
* Ability to conceptualize and formalize business and technical requirements
* Ability to work with a diverse group of people
* Ability to handle multiple reporting structures
* Early morning availability; 7 a.m.
* Detail oriented individual with strong organizational skills
* Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and manage time productivity
* Ability to analyze and review information from several different sources (corporate