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Senior Underwriter, Music Royalties

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$106K - $125K/yr

... rights and contractual relationships. This role will be directly responsible for final review and approval for each potential deal ensuring high standards of accuracy and maintaining and improving ...

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How much do contractual global music rights jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual global music rights in the United States is $142,750.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Global Music Rights vs Music Licensing Specialist?

AspectContractual Global Music RightsMusic Licensing Specialist
CredentialsMusic industry knowledge, legal understanding, licensing experienceMusic industry knowledge, licensing expertise, legal familiarity
Work EnvironmentMusic rights organizations, publishers, legal teamsMusic publishers, licensing agencies, media companies
Employer & Industry UsageRights management, licensing negotiations, royalty collectionNegotiating licenses, managing rights, coordinating with clients

Contractual Global Music Rights primarily involves managing rights agreements and royalty collections across global markets, focusing on rights ownership and licensing terms. In contrast, a Music Licensing Specialist handles licensing negotiations, ensuring proper permissions for specific uses. Both roles require industry knowledge and legal understanding but differ in scope: rights management versus licensing execution.

How much do global music rights employees make?

Salaries for global music rights employees vary depending on the role, experience, and location, but generally range from $50,000 to $120,000 annually. Entry-level positions may start lower, while experienced professionals or those in senior roles can earn higher salaries, often supplemented with bonuses or royalties. Knowledge of licensing, copyright law, and industry tools is often required.
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Administrative Assistant, TV/Film/Visual Media

Administrative Assistant, TV/Film/Visual Media

Broadcast Music

Los Angeles, CA โ€ข Hybrid

$19.50 - $26.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Job description

Job Title

Assisting the Film, TV, & Visual Media Department

About the Company

BMI is a mission-driven organization at the forefront of music rights and creator advocacy. Celebrating over 80 years of service to songwriters, composers, music publishers and businesses, BMI is a global leader in music rights management. Currently representing the public performance rights in over 25 million musical works created and owned by more than 1.4 million artists. BMI negotiates music license agreements and distributes the fees it generates as royalties to its affiliated writers and publishers when their songs are publicly performed.

About the Role

Assists the Film, TV, & Visual Media department by performing primarily administrative duties.

Functions of the Job
  • Handles daily incoming general calls, mail, faxes and e-mails regarding statements, cue sheets, membership, applications, publisher information and anything that pertains to film/TV royalties.
  • Communicates regularly with BMI staff, BMI affiliates and foreign societies via telephone and in writing
  • Researches copyright and royalty matters
  • Prepares reports, questionnaires and correspondence
  • Provides required business documents
  • General office duties (i.e., phones, faxing, filing, etc.)
  • Assist with special projects, as required
  • Screens incoming calls and responds appropriately following established procedures and guidelines.
  • Contributes to organizing and maintaining files and contact database.
  • Generates expense reports, check requests, value letters and department related correspondence.
  • Assists with special projects and event coordination.
  • Researches information on composers, songwriters, publishers, films, television and soundtracks as needed.
  • Greets scheduled visitors.
  • Assists with workshops, including; videotaping, securing supplies, and on-site participation.
  • Regular attendance; schedule flexibility to support special events as needed outside of normal business hours.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Supports our BMI Core Values and cultivates a culture of diversity and inclusion.
Position Qualification Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred.

Experience: Minimum two years' administrative experience.

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong administrative and organizational skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Must have great customer service skills; problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Experience working with and maintaining database systems and reports, as well as word processing and spreadsheets, preferred
  • Able to establish a professional, constructive, personable and informative relationship with affiliates, internal corporate relations, departmental employees and management.
  • Able to work independently and with good judgment
  • Ability to prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines, including special projects and events
  • Strong typing and proofreading skills
  • Working knowledge of the music industry, preferred
Benefits & Perks

We take care of our people, here's what you can expect when joining the team:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K with employer match on 100% of the first 4%.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Hybrid Office Schedule & Remote Friday's
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
  • Paid Vacation & Sick/Personal Time
  • Paid Volunteer Time Off
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Summer Half-Days
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Up To 12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Commuter Benefits (New York)
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Entertainment discounts and access to BMI concerts and events in our offices
  • Employee appreciation events and holiday parties hosted at all office locations