Music Licensing Specialist
NBC Universal
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Role Purpose
The Music Licensing Specialist, Music Business & Legal Affairs will provide comprehensive music-related services and guidance with a focus on Telemundo Network Group, LLC.
Job Duties
Provide complete music services; including but not limited to the following:
+ Oversee music cue sheets: research and input data, check for accuracy, organize and maintain information, and provide details for internal and external requests
+ Follow up with relevant parties regarding cue sheets/promo reports for in-show, promo and commercial use
+ Facilitate trainings regarding cue sheets, internal systems and processes
+ Partner with PROs regarding submissions/missing cue sheets
+ Participate in cue sheet system review, analysis and various taskforces
+ Work closely with the Music Library, IT teams and other areas to support clients
+ Collaborate with show producers to ensure all music used in production is consistent with practices and guidelines for usage
+ Research music for all clearance and tracking details, including publishers, record labels, PROs and type of usage
+ Liaise with Music Library and other areas to support the various shows, often on a tight timeline
+ Handle music license requests, clear music, and negotiate terms/fees, pick-ups, licenses, and more
+ Process payments; set up vendors in system and interact with AP team
+ Provide music clearance guidance, risk analysis, and estimates
+ Communicate and maintain relationships with publishers, labels, music libraries and other related vendors
+ Oversee music DSP upload (i.e. gather and prepare assets, upload to media asset management, delivery, and distribution platform)
+ Assist with new functions and other production/department projects as they arise
Basic Requirements
+ Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
+ 1+ years experience in TV music clearance
+ Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
+ Fluent in English and Spanish (written and verbal)
Desired Characteristics
+ Experience with music cue sheets and music clearance
+ Experience working in a high-paced and pressure filled environment
Demonstrated experience and willingness to perform at a high level as a team player
+ Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
+ Exceptional oral and written communication skills
+ Demonstrated initiative; self-starter and accountable
+ Superior interpersonal skills, with strong internal and external client support orientation
+ Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize work, deal with different clients simultaneously, and adapt quickly to changing priorities
+ Excellent negotiation skills
+ Relationships with record labels and publishing companies
+ Knowledge of the current market rate of artists and publishing catalogs
+ Passion for all things music; diversified knowledge of music
+ Knowledge of production music libraries
+ Demonstrated ability to execute and follow-through on projects, with minimal supervision
Additional Requirements
+ Must have ability to work flexible hours due to production schedules
+ This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week
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