Video Research and Clearance Manager

Responsibilities

• Source third-party and user-generated video for breaking news and enterprise reporting.
• Secure usage rights for all externally sourced video, including negotiating fees and terms when necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of licenses, permissions, restrictions, and expiration dates.
• Advise journalists and producers on permitted uses for third party and user-generated video.
• Create documentation and training for producers on sourcing and clearance best practices.
• Cook up workflows for requesting, clearing, and tracking video rights.
• Serve as the central point of contact for all video clearance questions in the newsroom.
• Manage key vendor relationships, lead the negotiation of new contracts and renewals, and manage team subscriptions.
• Manage key documentation in the department Wiki.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in video research, production, rights & clearances, or newsroom operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in key third party providers, ex: Getty, Reuters, Associated Press, Storyful.
• Thorough understanding of copyright law, fair use, and licensing models.