Coordinator, Music Contract Administration (Disney Entertainment Television)

Job ID 10119648 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Apr. 25, 2025

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Job Summary:

Disney Entertainment Television is seeking a Coordinator to support the Music Licensing team in working with all studios, production entities and networks. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth administration and coordination of music contracts across various projects.

Responsibilities:

Review, draft and negotiate music licenses for use in-show, in on-air and online promotions, and other exploitations
Reconcile licenses with approved templates and terms
Maintain a tracking system for all music licenses from initial clearance through the distribution of fully executed licenses and payment of license fees
Ensure that all fully executed music licenses are properly filed in the DET Music Licensing digital filing database
Distribute fully executed music licenses
Request and process mechanical licenses
Issue master use licenses to third parties for DET owned content
Provide administrative support and generally assist all members of the DET Music Licensing team with respect to the clearance, licensing and payment of large quantities of music licenses annually

Basic Qualifications:

1+ years of administrative experience in a fast-paced environment
Experience in music licensing and/or music contract administration is a plus
In-depth knowledge of the television music licensing industry, including the intricacies of licensing agreements, rights management, and the various stakeholders involved in the process
Experience drafting and negotiating music licenses and boilerplate agreements with music licensors preferred
General understanding of music copyrights
Demonstrated ability to research songwriter, music publisher, performer and record label information for songs and masters
Proactive thinker with the ability to multitask and juggle many projects at once
Comfortable working in a high-pressure environment
Ability to successfully coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Strong organizational skills and superior attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and able to work effectively within a large team
Exhibits a strong work ethic, demonstrating dedication, reliability, and a proactive approach to tasks
Comfortable communicating with DET executives across various departments
Competency working with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Interest and knowledge of the music for television, music publishing and record business

Required Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $53,300.00 to $71,300.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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