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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for music sync 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.

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Professionals in Music Sync Licensing often navigate challenges like balancing the interests of music creators and media clients, interpreting complex copyright laws, and meeting tight deadlines for sync placements. The role requires staying current with changing industry trends and music rights regulations, as well as managing multiple projects simultaneously. Additionally, negotiating fair terms while ensuring all parties are satisfied adds another layer of complexity. Despite these challenges, the position offers the rewarding opportunity to help artists gain exposure and revenue while enabling compelling music use in film, TV, advertising, and digital media.

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To thrive in Music Sync Licensing, you need an in-depth knowledge of music rights, copyright law, and licensing agreements, typically supported by experience in the music or entertainment industry. Familiarity with rights management platforms, music databases, and contract management systems is important for handling licensing requests efficiently. Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills help professionals excel in securing placements and maintaining industry connections. These skills and qualities are crucial for successfully navigating complex legal processes and driving revenue through music placements in media.

What is a music sync licensing?

A Music Sync Licensing job involves securing permission for the use of music in visual media like films, TV shows, commercials, video games, and online content. Professionals in this role negotiate deals between music rights holders (artists, composers, publishers, and labels) and media producers. They ensure proper licensing fees are paid and that agreements comply with copyright laws. This job requires an understanding of music rights, industry trends, and strong networking skills to connect content creators with the right music.

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College Marketing Representative, Nashville - The Orchard

Sony Music Global Job Board

Nashville, TN โ€ข On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

About The Orchard
The Orchard is a leading global music distributor and Artist & Label services company operating in 50+ markets worldwide. The Orchard empowers creators and businesses to grow and adapt in the dynamic global music industry. We specialize in being artist focused, blending industry expertise and technology, leveraging data to drive success, and providing streamlined digital and physical distribution solutions. The Orchard's comprehensive artist & label services offerings include marketing, sync licensing, premium video services, transparent data analysis, advertising, rights management, radio promotion, D2C, and more.
The Orchard focuses on providing a comfortable, social, and engaging environment to encourage productivity and creativity.
As a paid part-time employee of The Orchard, you'll serve as a key advocate for the artists we distribute. Each month, you'll promote 10-20 artists through a mix of digital and in-person marketing across your campus and college town. You'll be a tastemaker in your community, collaborating with student organizations, local businesses, record stores, DJs, promoters, and more to build meaningful visibility for new releases and touring artists across a wide range of genres.
In this role, you'll lead listening events, organize campus activations, and create social media content that directly supports our artists. You'll gain hands-on experience in music marketing while staying ahead of the curve on emerging talent and new music, all while shaping how students in your market discover and engage with The Orchard's roster.
What you'll do:
  • Organically create awareness of The Orchard's artists by cultivating authentic relationships with key campus and local influencers including college radio, student organizations, newspapers, and community media to unlock opportunities for reviews, radio plays, interviews, and standout exposure.
  • Maintain a local social media presence that promotes the artists you'll be working with, utilizing a mix of digital assets that are supplied to you and creating your own content to support The Orchard's artists
  • Implement in-person marketing initiatives at record stores, lifestyle shops, and on campus
  • Research appropriate online sites, forums, and networks for the key 18-24yr old demographic for each artist
  • Research & attend local and campus events that will best facilitate the promotion of our artists
  • Attend our artists' shows to hand out promotional tools and get feedback from fans
  • Submit a detailed report on your marketing successes and initiatives for each campaign you run

Perks:
  • You will gain real world music industry experience that will be a great addition to your resume
  • You have the opportunity to express your creativity through your locally run social channels, in our team brainstorms, and in your concert/album reviews
  • You'll have access to inside information that will improve your marketing outreach
  • You'll receive free ticket(s) into our artists' shows & possible meet and greet passes
  • You'll build valuable relationships within your local music industry
  • + many more!

Who you are:
  • You are an Undergraduate Student currently enrolled in a 4 year university in Nashville with a minimum of 2 years left prior to graduation
  • You are able to manage your own hours and be accountable for the work assigned to you
  • You have a passion for music, an understanding of how your peers discover and consume music, and a deep interest in music business & marketing
  • You have an understanding of social media marketing, you stay current on trends, and you have an active presence creating content on TikTok, Instagram, X, and YouTube
  • You have availability of 20 hours per week
  • You're well-written, well-spoken, a team player, and an excellent communicator
  • You have reliable transportation and live within 30 minutes of Nashville
  • You have a flexible schedule for team conference calls and tour coverage
What We Give You:
  • You will gain real world music industry experience that will be a great addition to your resume
  • You have the opportunity to express your creativity through your locally run social channels, in our team brainstorms, and in your concert/album reviews
  • You'll have access to inside information that will improve your marketing outreach
  • You'll receive free ticket(s) into our artists' shows & possible meet and greet passes
  • You'll build valuable relationships within your local music industry
  • + many more!

The Orchard is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, disability, national origin, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran or military status, marital and civil partnership/union status, alienage or citizenship status, creed, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.