Warner Bros.
Specialist In Music Licensing
Warner Bros. is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Specialist in Music Licensing to review, draft, revise and manage a high volume of master use and composition licenses related to pre-existing music used in programming and marketing. This licensed music will be used across a diverse range of programming and promotional content. This role supports multiple divisions including WBTV, WB Theatrical Marketing, HBO Max and Turner Classic Movies. Key responsibilities also include (1) reviewing and revising cue sheets and coordination with external music publishers; (2) coordination with internal music clearance and creative teams and liaise with external partners including record labels, music publishers and music libraries; and (3) maintain and update licensing templates and blanket agreements and identify and streamline licensing workflows. It is an essential function of this position that the work be performed partially from the Company's offices to facilitate essential in-person coordination and collaboration with the Music Licensing Sr. Manager and clearance teams. Your Role Accountabilities Review, negotiate and finalize license agreements with third party rights holders, ensuring all terms and conditions comply with Warner Bros. and HBO's legal and business affairs standards. Coordinate the execution of finalized agreements by the appropriate Warner Bros. entity and ensure timely distribution to all relevant internal and external parties. Maintain and regularly update blanket license agreements and boilerplate templates to improve consistency, reduce turnaround time, and streamline the Licensing workflow. Review cue sheets for HBO programming to ensure accuracy and completeness and collaborate with Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) to resolve any discrepancies. Qualifications & Experience Minimum of 3 years of experience in music licensing preferably at a record label, music publisher or TV/film studio Ability to effectively manage a high volume of licenses with precision and attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting. Understanding of music licensing practices, including standard licensing terms and conditions, with proven experience managing cue sheets and navigating both composition and master use rights. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across departments and with external partners at all levels. College degree required Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $67,544.00 - $125,439.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.
Warner Bros. is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Specialist in Music Licensing to review, draft, revise and manage a high volume of master use and composition licenses related to pre-existing music used in programming and marketing. This licensed music will be used across a diverse range of programming and promotional content. This role supports multiple divisions including WBTV, WB Theatrical Marketing, HBO Max and Turner Classic Movies. Key responsibilities also include (1) reviewing and revising cue sheets and coordination with external music publishers; (2) coordination with internal music clearance and creative teams and liaise with external partners including record labels, music publishers and music libraries; and (3) maintain and update licensing templates and blanket agreements and identify and streamline licensing workflows. It is an essential function of this position that the work be performed partially from the Company's offices to facilitate essential in-person coordination and collaboration with the Music Licensing Sr. Manager and clearance teams. Your Role Accountabilities Review, negotiate and finalize license agreements with third party rights holders, ensuring all terms and conditions comply with Warner Bros. and HBO's legal and business affairs standards. Coordinate the execution of finalized agreements by the appropriate Warner Bros. entity and ensure timely distribution to all relevant internal and external parties. Maintain and regularly update blanket license agreements and boilerplate templates to improve consistency, reduce turnaround time, and streamline the Licensing workflow. Review cue sheets for HBO programming to ensure accuracy and completeness and collaborate with Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) to resolve any discrepancies. Qualifications & Experience Minimum of 3 years of experience in music licensing preferably at a record label, music publisher or TV/film studio Ability to effectively manage a high volume of licenses with precision and attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting. Understanding of music licensing practices, including standard licensing terms and conditions, with proven experience managing cue sheets and navigating both composition and master use rights. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across departments and with external partners at all levels. College degree required Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery's total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $67,544.00 - $125,439.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.