Coordinator, Sample Licensing

About Sony Music Entertainment

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies. We fuel the creative journey and have played a pioneering role in music history, nurturing iconic artists and producing influential recordings.

The Coordinator, Sample Licensing Role

This role supports the day-to-day licensing matters for SME's US labels (Arista, Columbia, Epic, RCA), assisting in request, negotiation, drafting, and administration of sample licensing agreements. It also involves supporting the review and administration of requests by third parties regarding SME's catalog.

What You'll Do

• Assist in the request, negotiation and administration of sample licensing requests on behalf of SME labels.
• Assist in tracking upcoming releases related to samples and other third-party materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather the necessary information related to sample clearances.
• Maintain and update databases, ensuring all information is current and accurate.
• Support the preparation and distribution of clearance status reports to relevant teams, including royalties and Sony Music’s document retention system.
• Provide administrative support in coordinating internal and external approvals related to sample clearances.

Who You Are

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in business affairs, licensing, or a related role within the music or entertainment industry.
• Basic understanding of music licensing, copyright law, and clearance processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with music industry software and databases.

What We Give You

• An inclusive, collaborative, and global community where you can channel your passion every day.
• A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork.
• An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching.
• Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health, and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans.
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next.
• Time off for a winter recess.

Sony Music Entertainment is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.