Manager, Film and TV
Universal Music Group - Santa Monica, CA
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Overview
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Overview
How we LEAD:
- The Universal Music Publishing Film & TV licensing team is looking for a detail oriented, efficient individual for a manager position to work within our fast paced synchronization licensing department. The right candidate will have a general knowledge of music clearance and be able to multi task at a high level. Excellent oral and written communication skills are crucial, as well as the ability to work mindfully within a team driven atmosphere. A strong passion for music is a must!
How you'll CREATE:
- Negotiate fees and terms for UMPG owned or controlled songs for use in various audiovisual media.
- Develop and maintain relationships with songwriters, music licensing staff at film studios and television production companies, music licensing agents, managers and attorneys.
- Manage license payment tracking and coordinate with finance team on collections issues and questions.
- Research and provide solutions for questions and problems relating to finance, royalty or copyright departments or proprietary software applications.
- Detailed review of negotiated deal points entered into UMPG's proprietary licensing system.
- Coordinate with all international affiliates for the licensing of foreign copyrights for audiovisual productions originating in the U.S.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Bring your VIBE:
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure/deadlines
- Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.
- Resolution-oriented with the ability to think and act independently.
- Knowledge of music industry and copyright issues.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently under general direction.
- 5-6 years of experience in the music clearance field.
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, iTunes, Adobe
Perks Playlist:
- Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:
- 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services
- Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
- A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
- 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation
- Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:
- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
- 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees
- 2-weeks paid Winter Break
- 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
- Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
- Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
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Job Category:
AV Film & TV