Executive, Business Affairs - Music

UTA seeks a Music Business Affairs Executive in our New York office or Nashville office. This position is crucial in structuring, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of deals related to touring and live performances for our artists. The primary responsibilities of this role include reviewing and negotiating agreements for artist touring operations, acting as an innovative business affairs advisor with our music brand partnerships agents, and providing strategic support and guidance to UTA’s music agents. This executive must be an organized, strategic and skilled practitioner who thrives in a high-volume practice that supports a large group of agents. The salary range for this role is $130,000 to $250,000 commensurate with experience and skills. What You Will Do Negotiate, review, and draft a high volume of live performance agreements for a wide range of musical artists, including music festival, multi-date residency, and one-off performance agreements. Negotiate agency-wide terms/conditions with international and domestic music talent buyers Provide business affairs support on branded and endorsement deals for the agency’s large music roster, including negotiating and commenting on brand partnership contracts, long-term endorsement agreements, as well as influencer and license agreements Draft and respond to agency commission documents Aggregate information from agent teams and accounting related to show/festival cancellations and bankruptcies affecting multiple clients Assist with creating and enforcing company policies, protocols, and best practices What You Will Need JD degree required Active New York Bar license (for New York Office) or Tennessee bar license (for Nashville office) Approximately 7+ Years of experience as a music business affairs executive and/or music attorney working with relevant touring and brand agreements A strong understanding of contract law, intellectual property law, and other relevant legal areas Excellent business negotiation and deal-making skills Ability to effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and other industry professionals Ability to identify and resolve complex legal and business issues Strong understanding and experience with the music industry, including its various sectors and key players. Excellent judgment What You Will Get The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence The opportunity to do the best work of your career Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture Competitive programs to support your well-being Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow About UTA UTA unites ideas, opportunities, and talent. The company represents some of the world's most iconic, barrier-breaking artists, creators and changemakers—from actors, athletes and musicians to writers, gamers, and digital influencers. One of the most influential companies in global entertainment, UTA's business spans talent representation, content production, as well as strategic advisory and marketing work with some of the world's biggest brands. Affiliated companies include Digital Brand Architects, KLUTCH Sports Group, Curtis Brown Group, and MediaLink. UTA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York, and London. For more information: UTA and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Talent Agency