Business Affairs Project Manager (Remote)

Overview

This role is within a global marketing communications group responsible for overseeing advertising and marketing to ensure the development and execution of world-class communications. The Business Affairs (BA) team manages rights clearances related to marketing of third party content such as Apps, Music, TV, Movies, Podcasts, and Safari content.

The BA Project Manager supports the implementation of third party content in marketing communications by working cross-functionally and coordinating between studio teams, BA Asset Managers, and BA colleagues in various geographic locations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally on specific deliverables across the studio and organization.
• Liaise with internal marketing communications teams and other departments to understand project deliverables and third party content requirements.
• Participate in kickoff meetings with creative and production teams.
• Communicate project details, creative direction, deadlines, and third party content needs to BA Asset Managers.
• Meet with design, creative, producers, screen, and content production teams to interpret briefs and ensure correct third party content handoff.
• Brief BA Asset Managers on third party content clearance once creative elements are locked.
• Manage approval processes for third party assets both as built screens and in situ.
• Coordinate with BA colleagues in geographic regions to source appropriate and relevant third party content.
• Utilize digital tools to create detailed matrices outlining third party content usage and localization for each asset.
• Maintain regular communication with BA and production team leads to ensure clear information flow, defined action items, and timely resolution of issues.

Note: Work hours may fluctuate based on project needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in rights-related roles within marketing, advertising, or the entertainment industry.
• Working knowledge of licensing in marketing, entertainment, or advertising sectors.
• Good understanding of intellectual property rights; a law degree is helpful but not required.
• Independent, self-motivated, and flexible with the ability to navigate rapid change in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Experience working in creatively driven organizations.
• Resourceful and proactive with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and innovative problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle challenging assignments requiring judgment and initiative.
• Expertise in building credibility, rapport, and productive relationships across functions in large organizations.