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Diocese of Gaylord

Music Director

Pellston, MI

Ensures appropriate copyright permission and licenses are secured. Education and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Music, Church music is preferred. * Keyboard skills on piano and organ, with vocal ...

Cesna Group

Head of Tech

Beverly Hills, CA · On-site

$100K - $200K/yr

... music copyright investment easier and more intuitive than traditional finance ? especially for first-time users * - Recruit, lead, and mentor a local U.S.-based engineering team from the ground up ...

Diocese of Gaylord

Music Director

Pellston, MI · On-site

Ensures appropriate copyright permission and licenses are secured. Education and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Music, Church music is preferred. * Keyboard skills on piano and organ, with vocal ...

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How much do music copyright jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for music copyright in the United States is $30.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $33.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Music Copyright job?

A Music Copyright job involves managing, protecting, and enforcing the legal rights of music creators, publishers, and rights holders. Professionals in this field ensure that musicians and composers receive proper credit and compensation when their work is used. Responsibilities may include copyright registration, licensing negotiations, royalty tracking, and resolving infringement disputes. These roles are common in record labels, publishing companies, law firms, and performance rights organizations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Music Copyright position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Music Copyright, you need a thorough understanding of copyright law, music publishing, licensing agreements, and intellectual property rights, often supported by a legal or music business background. Familiarity with copyright registration processes, rights management databases, and industry platforms like ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC is important. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective negotiation and communication skills set successful professionals apart in this field. These skills help ensure music creators' rights and royalties are protected while facilitating smooth licensing and dispute resolution processes.

What are the typical daily tasks and responsibilities in a Music Copyright position?

In a Music Copyright role, you can expect to review and process copyright applications, draft and negotiate licensing agreements, and manage the tracking of usage and royalty payments. You'll frequently collaborate with songwriters, composers, publishers, and legal teams to protect intellectual property and resolve rights issues. Staying current with evolving copyright laws and industry standards is also a key part of the job. This dynamic role requires attention to detail and strong communication skills, as you'll contribute to safeguarding music rights and helping creative professionals get the recognition and compensation they deserve.

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Infographic showing various Music Copyright job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $63,142 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

Copyright & Commercial Transactions Associate - Los Angeles

Direct Counsel

Los Angeles, CA • Hybrid

$310K - $435K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Direct Counsel represents a prestigious AmLaw firm seeking a Copyright & Commercial Transactions Associate to join its nationally recognized Copyright Litigation & Counseling practice. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with at least 4 years of experience handling sophisticated commercial transactions involving intellectual property, technology, digital media, and content licensing matters.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, particularly within technology transactions, intellectual property licensing, or similar transactional practices at a leading law firm. This role focuses on principal-side transactional work for technology, media, music, and content-driven companies and is not primarily centered on M&A or financing transactions.

The practice advises clients ranging from startups to leading global technology and digital media companies on cutting-edge copyright, licensing, digital content, and commercial strategy matters arising at the intersection of technology and intellectual property law.

Responsibilities:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate sophisticated commercial agreements involving technology, intellectual property, digital content, and licensing matters
  • Advise clients on copyright, content acquisition, licensing, and digital media transactions
  • Structure and negotiate strategic partnership agreements and commercial collaborations
  • Support clients on data acquisition, content distribution, and intellectual property-related transactions
  • Provide strategic counseling on compliance with copyright and digital media regulations, including matters involving the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional legal teams on complex commercial and intellectual property matters
  • Conduct legal research and analysis related to copyright, licensing, and technology transactions
  • Communicate effectively with clients, business teams, and internal legal teams regarding transactional and strategic matters

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Minimum of 4 years of transactional experience at a law firm
  • Strong experience drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements
  • Experience in technology transactions, intellectual property licensing, digital media, or related transactional practices preferred
  • Experience advising technology, media, entertainment, or content-driven companies strongly preferred
  • Prior entertainment, music, or media industry experience is a plus, but not required
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
  • Strong academic credentials required
  • Licensed and in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction

Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously
  • Collaborative and client-focused mindset
  • Interest in emerging technologies, digital media, and intellectual property strategy
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, sophisticated transactional practice

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities

Job Type:
Full-Time | Hybrid/Onsite Depending on Office Location