Music Clearance Coordinator

This is a Full Time Job

Member Summary:

Quick Summary (full description below):
The Creative Music Strategy team at CBS Studios seeks a Music Clearance Coordinator to manage all phases of music clearance, including licensing negotiations, copyright research, and budget management. This role supports the music needs of CBS shows, balancing creative and legal requirements.

Years of Experience Required: 2+ years (Noted as "24 Months")
Salary: $50,000 - $62,000 annually
Required Experience:
• Minimum 2 years of music clearance experience, preferably in television, production, or music publishing
• Familiarity with copyright law, including public domain and derivative works

Preferred Skills/Experience:
• Strong relationships with publishers, record companies, and industry professionals
• Experience with music budget management

Workplace Requirements: In office
Education Requirements: Required: BA or BS degree, preferably in Business of Music or related field
Hard Skills Required:
• Researching music copyright and ownership
• Negotiating license fees and terms
• Managing music budgets
• Reviewing cue sheets and generating copyright reports

Soft Skills Required:
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Benefits: Not mentioned

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Full Posting:

Job Title: Music Clearance Coordinator
Location: CBS Studios

Description:
The Creative Music Strategy team at CBS Studios provides full-service music support across Paramount Global brands, including music supervision, licensing, marketing, and operations. The team collaborates with artists, composers, labels, and publishers to shape the sound of CBS content, manage the Paramount Music Library, and handle music-related licensing opportunities.

Responsibilities:
• Input clearances handled by third-party Music Supervisors into the company's internal database
• Research publishing and master recording copyright ownership
• Consult with supervisors to determine public domain status for older works
• Negotiate license fees and terms, ensuring compliance with budget and company policy
• Manage music budgets, providing alternative music selections as needed
• Review script research reports to identify clearance issues
• Generate copyright reports and review cue sheets for accuracy
• Issue license requests

Qualifications:
• Education: BA or BS degree, preferably in Business of Music or related entertainment field
• Experience: 2+ years of music clearance experience in television, production, or music publishing
• Familiarity with copyright law and music licensing processes
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal teams, producers, and external entities
• Strong relationships with publishers, record companies, and industry professionals
• Excellent organizational and computer skills

Salary:
$50,000 - $62,000 annually. The hiring salary range applies to multiple geographies, including New York, California, Colorado, and Washington state, with starting pay determined by factors such as location, experience, and education.