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Macmillan

Designer - Celadon

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

... image rights and billing oversight. * Work with other team members and departments to ensure ... Knowledge of and an interest in the book publishing industry * 2 - 3 years of experience designing ...

Macmillan Learning

Designer - Celadon

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

... image rights and billing oversight. * Work with other team members and departments to ensure ... Knowledge of and an interest in the book publishing industry * 2 - 3 years of experience designing ...

Macmillan Learning

Sales Associate

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$58K - $60K/yr

Custom publishing experience is a plus. What You'll Do: * Support Special Markets managers in end ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Macmillan

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Ability to work with other publishing departments-including sales, marketing, publicity, rights teams, finance, production, and art-and an understanding of what they need to do their jobs effectively

Macmillan

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

Ability to work with other publishing departments--including sales, marketing, publicity, rights teams, finance, production, and art--and an understanding of what they need to do their jobs ...

Macmillan Learning

Associate Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

Ability to work with other publishing departments-including sales, marketing, publicity, rights teams, finance, production, and art-and an understanding of what they need to do their jobs effectively

Macmillan

Editorial Assistant, Flatiron

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$50K/yr

Flatiron Books, an imprint of Macmillan Publishing Group, is looking for an Editorial Assistant who ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Macmillan Learning

Senior Editor, TOR

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Description Tor Publishing Group is looking to hire a senior editor to publish fantasy and science ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Macmillan

Senior Editor, TOR

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

Tor Publishing Group is looking to hire a senior editor to publish fantasy and science fiction ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Macmillan

Editorial Assistant, FSG

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$50K/yr

Prior work in publishing or related industry helpful, but not required. * Seeing independent ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for publishing rights in New York is $34.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.02 and $42.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive in Publishing Rights, you need a solid understanding of copyright law, licensing agreements, and contract negotiation, often supported by a degree in publishing, law, or a related field. Familiarity with rights management software and databases such as Biblio or RightsZone is commonly required. Strong communication, attention to detail, and relationship-building skills are vital for handling negotiations and maintaining partnerships. These capabilities ensure the successful acquisition and management of rights, safeguarding company assets and expanding revenue opportunities.

What is a Publishing Rights job?

A Publishing Rights job involves managing the legal and financial aspects of intellectual property related to published content, such as books, music, or digital media. Professionals in this role negotiate rights deals, handle licensing agreements, and ensure proper royalty payments. They work closely with authors, artists, publishers, and legal teams to maximize revenue and protect ownership rights.

What are some typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Publishing Rights?

Professionals in Publishing Rights typically review and negotiate contracts, track rights availability, and coordinate with authors, publishers, and international partners to secure and manage rights deals. You may spend your days preparing rights guides, attending meetings with legal counsel, or responding to rights queries from colleagues and clients. The role often involves close collaboration with editorial, sales, and marketing teams to assess the potential of titles for different territories and formats. This dynamic environment offers the chance to build valuable industry expertise and forge lasting business connections.

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Senior Manager - Rights Management

Qvest US

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Who We Are

Qvest US is the global leader in technology and business consulting for the Media & Entertainment and Consumer Packaged Goods & Retail industries. We strategize, advise, design, develop and implement future-forward business & technology solutions. With expertise in digital media supply chain, data & analytics, IP & rights management, broadcast transformation, Salesforce and applied AI, our exceptionally talented teams partner with Fortune 1,000 companies to revolutionize markets and set new industry standards.


Who We're Seeking
Qvest is seeking a Senior Manager with Rights Management expertise with a focus on the financial aspects of rights management (budgeting, forecasting, ultimates, royalties, participations, revenue recognition, etc)  who will help us grow our Rights practice. We are looking for an organized & self-motivated leader who will guide teams to deliver exceptional quality & build strong relationships internally & externally along the way leading to exceptional client retention and new opportunities.
What you'll do
  • Practice Development
  • - Support  the IP & Rights Management practice on a strategic level, including revenue targets, a resource plan, and go to market strategies
  • - Establish and own relevant and key vendor relationships
  • - Serve as a leader in the Rights practice including mentoring and developing talent

  • Sales
  • - Learn and get very comfortable with business development with the support of more senior and seasoned leaders in the Rights Practice  
  • - Consistently identify potential opportunities by learning how to leverage your delivery experience to solve problems for our clients
  • - Lead the proposal process and/or help to grow an existing account/projects to meet relevant targets
  • - Independently develop sales proposal strategies and proposals
  • - Represent Qvest.US in the sales process as an expert with depth of knowledge in IP & Rights Management

  • Methodology & Expertise
  • - Ability to quickly learn Qvest.US methodologies and templates
  • - Develop new methodologies, templates, and accelerators as needed to support Qvest.US effectiveness, consistency and relevancy in the Rights practice

  • Project Delivery
  • - Demonstrate leadership in project delivery, sometimes over multiple projects
  • - Understand, develop and articulate complex business challenges into actionable plans
  • - Be a trustworthy leader to make the best decision for the project, team and client
  • - Independently deliver complex engagements with multiple resources and/or projects
  • - Manage executive relationships at project or account level
What you'll bring
  • 10+ years Project Management and/or leadership experience – including experience with a large consulting company
  • At least 4-6 years managing process/organization/strategy/SDLC/Implementation-based projects
  • Subject matter expertise in content IP/Rights, especially in the Media & Entertainment and CPG space
  • Rights management experience in content acquisition / production management, publishing / distribution, and licensing with a focus on the financial aspects of rights management (budgeting, forecasting, ultimates, royalties, participations, revenue recognition, etc)  
  • Interest in and experience contributing to business development
  • At least two Rights Management system implementations (e.g., Rightsline, RSG, Mediamorph, FilmTrack, Vistex)
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, information systems, computer science, business administration, or other related fields
  • Experience managing teams through client-facing activities such as requirements gathering, stakeholder workshops, and deliverable review/approval sessions
  • Demonstrated aptitude building and managing to project plans and reporting status to clients and internal teams
  • Agile or Scrum experience
Preferred Experience
  • Media and Entertainment or CPG experience preferred
Travel Requirements
Employees are responsible for traveling to and from client sites as required by their project or assignment, regardless of location. Travel may include sites outside the employee’s primary office location, state, or region. 
 
Remote & Hybrid Work
While remote or hybrid work may be permitted for certain projects, client needs take precedence. Employees are expected to report onsite at the client location when required by the project scope, client request, or management directive.
 
Life at Qvest
We were founded on a culture of collaboration and inclusiveness, and this permeates each of our initiatives, both client-facing and internal. We offer a wide selection of benefits including medical, dental & vision, 401k matching and flexible vacation; we sponsor training to advance our teams’ skill sets and we prioritize our employees’ professional growth paths. Qvest US is currently 300+ people strong and we’ve been recognized as a “Best Place to Work,” a “Great Place to Work,” “Fastest Growing,” and “A Jewel."
 
Equal Employment Opportunity
Qvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qvest applies this stance to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including internships, at all levels of employment.