Rich Scott De Perto
About Rich Scott De Perto
Rich Scott De Perto serves as the Vice President of Royalties & Copyright Administration at Reservoir Media Management, Inc., where he oversees royalty analysis and copyright registrations. He has a background in music management and previously worked at Razor & Tie, contributing to catalog valuations and accounting practices.
Work at Reservoir Media
Rich Scott De Perto has been with Reservoir Media Management, Inc. since 2011, initially serving as Director of Royalties & Copyright Administration. In this role, he oversees a team responsible for royalty analysis, PRO registrations, sub-pub registrations, copyright registrations, and licensing. Since 2019, he has held the title of Vice President, further enhancing his responsibilities in market trend analysis and income tracking. De Perto has played a key role in establishing sub-publishing partnerships and has implemented a streamlined royalty distribution process, improving operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Rich Scott De Perto earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music Management from William Paterson University of New Jersey, where he studied from 2004 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in music publishing and copyright administration. De Perto is proficient in using Counterpoint's Music Maestro, including Common Works Registration (CWR), which supports his expertise in managing royalties and copyright processes.
Background
Before joining Reservoir Media, Rich Scott De Perto worked at Razor & Tie as Manager of Music Publishing from 2008 to 2011 in New York, N.Y. During his tenure, he was involved in catalog valuations and collaborated with the CFO to enhance accounting principles. This experience contributed to his understanding of the music publishing industry and prepared him for his current role at Reservoir Media.
Achievements
Rich Scott De Perto has successfully integrated catalogs and royalties into Counterpoint's Music Maestro system from various external sources, including MusicCalc, iMaestro, and AS400. His contributions have led to improved processes within the organization, particularly in royalty distribution and copyright administration. De Perto's analytical skills and leadership have been instrumental in driving efficiency and accuracy in royalty management.