Manager, Sync Licensing

4 Months ago • 3-5 Years • Administrative • $67,500 PA - $103,950 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

UMG seeks a strategic Manager, Sync Licensing to oversee sync clearance requests across Interscope Capitol Labels Group (ICLG). This pivotal role ensures seamless coordination between artist management, label teams, the central licensing team, and external partners. Responsibilities include managing clearance workflows, negotiating fees and terms, maintaining real-time trackers of sync requests, collaborating with creative and UMe licensing teams, generating detailed reports for label heads and internal/artist teams, analyzing data to inform business decisions, and acting as the primary liaison between various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of music licensing, exceptional organizational skills, and strong communication and analytical abilities.
Must have:
  • Sync licensing experience
  • Clearance management expertise
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Excellent communication
  • Music licensing knowledge
Good to have:
  • Experience with DISCO
  • Knowledge of music industry trends
Perks:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
  • Wellbeing reimbursements
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible PTO
  • Paid parental leave
  • Summer Fridays
  • Paid Winter Break

Job Details

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world’s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
 

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented manager to oversee sync clearance requests across our label groups at Interscope Capitol Labels Group (ICLG). This role is pivotal in ensuring seamless coordination between artist management, label teams, the central licensing team and external partners. The position will manage clearance workflows, provide insights through data analysis, and maintain robust reporting systems, contributing to the broader sync licensing strategy.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of music licensing, a passion for music, and the ability to analyze and report on business trends while maintaining the highest level of organization and discretion.

How You'll CREATE:

Clearance Management

  • Handle clearance requests for frontline and catalog tracks across label groups, collaborating with artist management and internal stakeholders.
  • Negotiate fees and terms for sync licenses, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Maintain a real-time tracker of pending and confirmed sync requests, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for internal teams.
  • Collaborate with the creative sync team to align on clearance strategy.
  • Collaborate with the UMe licensing team to align on clearance approvals, quotes, confirmations and airdates.
  • Maintain visibility of every priority sync request from quote to confirmation to airdate and fan reaction.


Reporting & Analysis

  • Pull weekly sync activity reports for label heads, internal and artist teams.
  • Generate detailed reports for catalog sync confirmations and frontline placements.
  • Analyze clearance data and sync trends to inform business decisions and identify opportunities for roster growth.
  • Collaborate with the research team to align on broader industry trends and strategies.


Communication & Coordination

  • Act as the primary liaison between artist management, internal teams, UMe, and international affiliates for clearance requests.
  • Provide regular updates to stakeholders on clearance status and any related developments.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external partners to streamline the clearance process.
  • Track publishing splits & contacts for clients to maintain seamless clearance process
  • Work with BA to identify sample splits and clearance information

Data & Systems Management

  • Maintain internal databases related to artist information, master/pub splits, and sync activity.
  • Ensure timely and accurate updates to licensing workflows and status tracking systems.

Bring Your VIBE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Music Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of experience in sync licensing, clearance management, or related roles in the music or entertainment industry.
  • Strong knowledge of music licensing, copyright, and related industry practices.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and music licensing tools (e.g.,DISCO).
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior management and artist teams.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and present data clearly.
  • Strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Passion for music and an understanding of popular culture and entertainment trends.

Perks Playlist:

  • Be part of an entrepreneurial, global organization that values authenticity, drive, creativity, relationships, and a competitive spirit

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and FSA options, as well as:

    • 100% coverage for out-patient mental health services

    • Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

    • A lifetime fertility support allowance of $30,000 to plan participants

    • Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

    • 100% immediately vested 401(k) match on the first 5% of your contribution on eligible compensation

  • Variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

    • Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

    • 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

    • 2-weeks paid Winter Break

    • 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

    • Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

    • Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.

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Job Category:

Synch & Licensing

Salary Range:

Min: $67,500 Max: $103,950

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.  All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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