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How much do music licensing jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for music licensing in the United States is $72,895.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54,500.00 and $86,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive in Music Licensing, you should have a solid understanding of copyright law, music industry contracts, and intellectual property rights, typically supported by a relevant degree or professional experience. Familiarity with databases such as Songview, music rights management software, and contract management systems is often required. Strong negotiation, communication, and attention to detail are essential soft skills that help manage deals and relationships with rights holders and clients. These abilities are crucial for ensuring legal compliance, maximizing revenue opportunities, and maintaining smooth collaborations in the fast-paced music industry.

What does a Music Licensing job involve?

A Music Licensing job involves securing the legal rights to use music in various media, such as films, TV shows, commercials, video games, and streaming platforms. Professionals in this field negotiate agreements between music rights holders (artists, labels, or publishers) and those seeking to use the music. They ensure proper compensation, manage licensing contracts, and handle copyright compliance. This role requires knowledge of copyright law, industry trends, and strong negotiation skills.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Music Licensing?

A professional in Music Licensing typically reviews and negotiates licensing agreements, works directly with artists, publishers, and production clients, and ensures that music usage complies with copyright laws. You may spend your day coordinating with legal teams, tracking licensed content in specialized databases, and resolving any rights discrepancies. This role often involves a mix of administrative tasks and client-facing communication, requiring you to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Effective Music Licensing professionals build strong relationships both internally with creative teams and externally with licensing partners to streamline the clearance process and support the company’s or client’s creative objectives.

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Infographic showing various Music Licensing job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 80% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,895 per year, or $35 per hour.

Specialist, Sync Licensing - SyncShop

Sony Music Global Job Board

Los Angeles, CA

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

About Sony Music Entertainment

At Sony Music Entertainment, we fuel the creative journey. We've played a pioneering role in music history, from the first-ever music label to the invention of the flat disc record. We've nurtured some of music's most iconic artists and produced some of the most influential recordings of all time.

Today, we work in more than 70 countries, supporting a diverse roster of international superstars, developing and independent artists, and visionary creators. From our position at the intersection of music, entertainment, and technology, we bring imagination and expertise to the newest products and platforms, embrace new business models, employ breakthrough tools, and provide powerful insights that help our artists push creative boundaries and reach new audiences. In everything we do, we're committed to artistic integrity, transparency, and entrepreneurship.

Sony Music Entertainment is a member of the Sony family of global companies.

As a Specialist at SyncShop, you'll work at the intersection of music and stories.  We place the world's most iconic music into every type of visual media imaginable.  In this role, you will represent Sony Music's recordings to the TV/Film community and be a high volume deal maker. If you are passionate about everything that is happening in the TV & Film industry, and if your knowledge of music and the music business is what gets you out of bed in the morning, we need you and your demonstrated music licensing abilities to help us put thousands of songs on screens all over the world.

What you'll do:
  • Process a very high volume of TV/Film music clearances from beginning to end by communicating and negotiating deal terms between clients, artists, and labels as quickly and efficiently as possible
  • Manage and update deal terms, track correspondence, and deliver music files for every deal you handle using Sony's organization and delivery systems
  • Pitch Sony's music to your assigned clients (music supervisors, clearance executives, networks, and studios), both pro-actively and by responding to specific searches you receive or are assigned
  • Contribute ideas and data to meetings with artists, managers, clients, marketers, and colleagues concisely and enthusiastically
  • Host and assist artist performances and presentations as directed (shows, showcases, etc.)
Who you are:
  • You have 2+ years of relevant music licensing experience already - most likely at a record label, music publisher, streaming company, TV network, film studio, production music library, or music supervision / clearance company.
  • You possess a thorough knowledge of music licensing terminology and best practices
  • You like to negotiate. You follow through on projects all the way to completion. You are results-oriented.
  • You are a clear and effective communicator.
  • You are a highly organized person that pays close attention to the details.
  • You are hungry to learn and grow. You are curious, ask questions, and get excited about new projects.
 
What we give you:
  • You join an inclusive, collaborative and global community where you have the opportunity to channel your passion every day  
  • A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork empowering you to bring your best 
  • An attractive and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life & disability coverage, and 401K + employer matching 
  • Voluntary benefits like company-paid identity theft protection and resources for pets, mental health and meditation resources, industry-leading fertility coverage, fully paid leave for childbirth or bonding, fully paid leave for caregivers, programs for loved ones with developmental disabilities and neurodiversity, subsidized back-up child and elder care, and reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, tuition, and student loans 
  • Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community.  
  • The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt, and create what happens next  
  • Time off for a winter recess

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