American Federation of Musicians of the United States & Canada, AFL-CIO

Contract Administrator
Electronic Media Services Division

Based in New York City, NY

 

Title: Contract Administrator, Electronic Media Services Division
Location: New York, New York
Salary Range: $50,000.00 – $65,000.00 plus full employee benefit package: medical, dental, and vision plans and retirement program.

Purpose: The Contract Administrator within the Electronic Media Services Division (EMSD) works directly with and reports to the division Director to oversee and manage the administration and enforcement of specific collective bargaining agreements covering the work of recording musicians.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the department Director, interpret and enforce the AFM’s collective bargaining agreements.
• Liaise with employers and producers who seek to employ musicians under said agreements to gather information about their project.
• Execute signatory agreements with said producers.
• Coordinate with AFM Locals regarding contract interpretations, logistics, and enforcement.
• Advise and represent musicians working under said agreements.
• Handle inquiries, claims, grievances, and dispute resolutions.
• Perform other, related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Ability to read, understand and interpret contracts.
• Excellent verbal and written skills, phone interaction with members, Locals, management, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Learns quickly and has strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Able to work independently.
• Able to work under pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Experience with handling confidential information.
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
• Familiarity with the music and entertainment industry is helpful.

The AFM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. The AFM is dedicated to considering a broad array of candidates and is seeking applications from members of underrepresented groups.

The AFM is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email cpellegrino@afm.org. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.

To Apply:
Please send cover letter and résumé to Cynthia Pellegrino, HR Manager, at jobs@afm.org no later than February 7, 2025.