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We are currently seeking an experienced Music Contract Manager to support the Amazon
MGM Studios Music Business Affairs team. The role will be responsible for rights tracking and the organization of deals that the Music BA team negotiates (including composer, music supervisor, original songs and soundtrack distribution deals); manage internal tools and systems, (for example Airtable) and be required to identify and implement changes to improve efficiency and scale. Other responsibilities include responding to certain ad-hoc rights queries (both internally and externally), managing publishing registrations for original works as POC for our publishing admin partner, working cross-functionally to coordinate payments for talent and other third parties, as well as general administrative tasks to support the team. The successful candidate in this role will have a strong working knowledge of deal making and relevant terms in the music industry; prior experience working for an production company, studio, television network, record label or music publisher; possess the ability to complete high volumes of tasks and projects quickly with minimal guidance;
react with appropriate urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround; and collaborate effectively with internal teams.
A day in the life
A typical day will involve:
- attending internal meetings with Music BA, Creative, Coordinators and Legal / OC for status and progress updates on music
- ingesting rights data into internal systems
- responding to ad hoc questions relating to deals / rights
- coordinating invoices and payments
- reviewing existing processes and systems to find ways to improve efficiencies, including AI efficiencies
- setting up meetings and tracking next steps
About the team
The Music BA team consists of 9 members based in the US, EU and India.
- Knowledge of the ethical considerations surrounding AI in the legal context, such as confidentiality, accuracy, and bias prevention
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or 4+ years of industry experience
- 4+ years' work experience in a relevant role within the Music/Film/TV/Entertainment production industry.
- Strong organizational skills and experience with rights management systems. Experience with Box, Rightsline, Quip, and/or Airtable knowledge is a plus.
- Knowledge of the music industry and production landscape, including labels, publishers and other entertainment entities.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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USA, CA, Culver City - 70,400.00 - 101,800.00 USD annually