Music Publisher Salary in the United States

Music Publisher Salary

How much does a Music Publisher make in the United States? The average Music Publisher salary in the United States is $56,277 as of November 29, 2021, but the salary range typically falls between $47,749 and $66,252. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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25% $47,749 10% $39,984 90% $75,333 75% $66,252 $56,277 50%(Median)

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Music Content Research Analyst I
US Tech Solutions - New York , NY
... track publisher metrics and trends ● Communication with partners with regard to data delivery and data validation, including general documentation ● Develop an understanding on music rights ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
Manager, Music Licensing
The Walt Disney Studios - Topanga , CA
Experience with a major studio, music publisher or record company reviewing, drafting and negotiating music licenses, cue sheets and other music documents for all manner of exploitation is a plus
Disney - 41 days ago
Sr. Manager - Deal Analysis
Warner Music Inc - New York , NY
The broad FP group is responsible for providing financial and strategic support for all WMG segments (Corporate, Recorded Music, Music Publishing). The department will partner on a wide array of ...
JobCase - 10 days ago
Entertainment Secretary
AGA Legal Staffing - Los Angeles , CA
Screen and direct calls, manage emails, and correspond with talent, record label or music publisher * Book travel arrangements for domestic and international travel * Plan, coordinate and ensure ...
LinkedIn - 4 days ago
Copyright Administrator
TRO Essex Music Group - New York , NY
TRO Essex Music Group is an international music publishing company representing a large catalog of songwriters and artists in every genre in the industry. The Copyright Department is the heart of our ...
ZipRecruiter - 20 days ago
Royalty and Accounts Manager
TRO Essex Music Group - New York , NY
Together with its international affiliates, TRO Essex offers a full range of music publishing services throughout the world. Headquartered in New York City and London, TRO-ESSEX manages one of the ...
ZipRecruiter - 20 days ago

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  1. This Job:

    Music Publisher

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Media Program Director

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Average Base Salary

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47749
66252
56277

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
47805
66607
56613
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Music Publisher in the United States. The base salary for Music Publisher ranges from $47,749 to $66,252 with the average base salary of $56,277. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $47,805 to $66,607 with the average total cash compensation of $56,613.

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