Music Contract Specialist, Original Content - Legal & Studio Affairs

About the job

Apple’s Original Content Legal group seeks an exceptional individual to provide music licensing negotiation and contract support for Apple’s original content music legal team, which supports Apple’s original video content efforts worldwide.

The Original Content Legal team is responsible for the full range of legal work for the acquisition, production, and distribution of Apple’s original video content. In this role, you will work with our legal, finance, production, and creative teams to support the production and music legal and business needs of Apple’s original content development and production activities. We’re looking for someone to apply strategic thinking, who’s able to understand the business and see the “big picture”.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in interpreting, drafting, negotiating and managing music, new media, television and film contracts, including synchronization licenses for television and film and trailers or other marketing/promotional spots
• Extensive experience in contract management, ideally at a major studio or streaming service across different types of programming
• Deep understanding of contract terms for music licensing, music talent and music production agreements
• Ability to evaluate various deal structures and proactively anticipate production and post-production timelines
• Extensive knowledge of the music business and experience across different production contracts and deals
• Established, strong relationships within the music and entertainment industries

Preferred Qualifications

• 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, non-scripted content and other emerging technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills and strong sense of professionalism
• Ability to work collaboratively on cross-functional teams
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle multiple projects at a time
• Bachelor’s Degree

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $160,500 and $241,900, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

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EEO Statement

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.