Music Contract Specialist, Original Content - Legal & Studio Affairs

Music Contract Specialist, Original Content - Legal & Studio AffairsCulver City,California,United StatesCorporate Functions

10 or more years experience in interpreting, drafting, negotiating and managing music, new media, television and/or film contracts, including synchronization licenses for television and/or film and trailers or other marketing/promotional spots

Extensive experience in contract management

Deep understanding of contract terms for music licensing, music talent and music production agreements

Extensive knowledge of the music business and production across different types of programming

Established, strong relationships within the music and entertainment industries

The ideal candidate will have experience with a variety of music related matters including composer, music supervisor, songwriter, co-publisher, artist, talent, producer and record label deals, synchronization and master use licensing, new media distribution, nonscripted content and other emerging technologies.

Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively on cross-functional teams

Sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects at a time

DescriptionThe Original Content team is responsible for the full range of legal work for the acquisition, production, and distribution of original video content. In this role, you will work with our legal, finance, production, and creative teams to support the production and music legal needs of Apple’s new media content development and production activities. The successful candidate will be a diligent and dedicated negotiator and drafter and an energetic team member on the ground, who can draft, negotiate, and manage contracts in support of our attorneys.Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree or JD, excellent academic credentialsAdditional RequirementsApple FooterApple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant at https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migratedfiles/employers/eeocselfprintposter.pdf (Opens in a new window) at https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migratedfiles/employers/eeocselfprintposter.pdf .Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/executive-order-11246 Learn more at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/executive-order-11246 (Opens in a new window) at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/executive-order-11246 .Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance at https://sfgov.org/olse/sites/default/files/Document/FCO%20Poster%20Set%20All%20Languages%2010%2001%2018.pdf guidelines at https://sfgov.org/olse/sites/default/files/Document/FCO%20Poster%20Set%20All%20Languages%2010%2001%2018.pdf (opens in a new window) at https://sfgov.org/olse/sites/default/files/Document/FCO%20Poster%20Set%20All%20Languages%2010%2001%2018.pdf applicable in your area.Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program at https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf (Opens in a new window) at https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf .Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy at https://www.apple.com/jobs/us/accommodationdrugfree.html Learn more at https://www.apple.com/jobs/us/accommodationdrugfree.html (Opens in a new window) at https://www.apple.com/jobs/us/accommodationdrugfree.html .