Licensing Manager oversees the licensing of employees responsible for the sale and marketing of insurance, loan, or investment products. Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations; maintains all necessary records. Being a Licensing Manager may require a bachelor’s degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Licensing Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Licensing Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience.
Licensing Manager Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Licensing Manager to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Develop strong relationships with licensees to generate additional business;
- Deliver creative musical solutions and ensure each music choice is on brand;
- Create invoice requests and send to licensees along with the licenses;
- Provide music quotes to licensees; negotiate rates if requested and possible;
- Ensure delivery of music assets to licensees in accordance to Disney security practices;
- Ensure all approvals are obtained as needed, including talent approval. Coordinate with internal business units as necessary;
- Handle music requests, approvals, clearances and licenses for international divisions and licensees;
- Manage music licensing process, domestically and internationally, across all Disney branded consumer products with embedded music or printed lyrics;
- Draft music licenses and make changes when necessary, coordinating with DMG’s Business Affairs team for guidance;
- Coordinate with internal Disney partners to ensure union fees are handled appropriately;
- Partner with internal Disney businesses to improve processes and systems as needed;
- Track pending and finalized quotes and licenses in various databases;
- Review and approve music edits and sound chips for accuracy and quality.
Requirements:
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written;
- Solid negotiating and relationship skills;
- Knowledge of Disney branded properties ideal;
- Excellent understanding of the music business, music publishing and master use rights;
- At least 3 years of experience in music licensing, rights management or similar work;
- Knowledge of union guild rules surrounding licensing requests, particularly AFM and SAG/AFTRA;
- Strong understanding of the consumer products business;
- Able to adapt to changing environments.