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Counsel, Publishing

Manhattan, NY

$139K - $208K/yr

Initiate and support complex rights negotiations to unlock frozen and/or restricted rights. * Support publishing initiatives inspired by Paramount's iconic brands and franchises, ensuring alignment ...

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How much do publishing rights jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for publishing rights in the United States is $31.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $38.46 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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Infographic showing various Publishing Rights job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 82% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,527 per year, or $31.5 per hour.
Counsel, Publishing

Counsel, Publishing

Paramount

Manhattan, NY

$139K - $208K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Paramount Senior Living rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content... you in?
We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet - now all we're missing is... YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter - both for our audiences and our employees - and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

  Overview and Responsibilities:

As part of our broader Consumer Products legal team, this attorney role provides strategic legal counsel and services to support Paramount Global Publishing's mission to deliver diverse, high-quality storytelling across print, digital, and audio platforms. The position focuses on enabling content that spans multiple genres and engages audiences of all ages-from children and families to adult readers.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Serve as a strategic legal business partner to the Paramount Publishing team, supporting the launch and ongoing operations of a new publishing imprint developing franchisebased and original literary IP.
  • Negotiate, draft, and review a broad range of publishing agreements, including rights acquisitions, author and illustrator agreements, collaborations and coauthor agreements, adaptations, inbound and outbound licensing agreements, distribution agreements, and vendor/production services agreements.
  • Advise on intellectual property matters related to publishing, including copyright ownership, rights, chainoftitle, derivative works, and exploitation across formats and platforms.
  • Initiate and support complex rights negotiations to unlock frozen and/or restricted rights.
  • Support publishing initiatives inspired by Paramount's iconic brands and franchises, ensuring alignment with franchise management, brand protection and longterm IP strategy.
  • Provide legal guidance on royalty structures, profit participation, accounting provisions, audit rights, advances and recoupment models customary in the book and digital publishing industries.
  • Collaborate closely with Consumer Products, Franchise, Marketing, Labor Relations and Business Affairs teams to enable timely development, launch and commercialization of publishing projects.
  • Identify and manage legal risks associated with publishing, manufacturing and distributing content, including defamation, privacy, publicity rights, trademark usage and fair use issues.
  • Oversee and coordinate with outside counsel as needed on specialized publishing or IP matters while maintaining internal ownership of core legal strategy.
  • Support the development and maintenance of legal templates, deal forms and best practices to enable efficient growth of the publishing business.
 Basic Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of legal experience, with a combination of law firm and/or inhouse experience preferred.
  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in New York or California.
  • In-depth knowledge of publishing, media, entertainment, or consumer products businesses, with strong familiarity with publishing industry agreements and customs.
  • Substantial experience negotiating intellectual propertydriven commercial agreements.
  • Working knowledge of guild and labor issues.
 Additional Qualifications:
  • Prior experience in book publishing (print and/or digital), media, entertainment or brand licensing environments preferred.
  • Strong understanding of how publishing content intersects with broader entertainment ecosystems, including film, television, consumer products and digital platforms.
  • Experience advising creative, editorial and business teams in fastmoving, entrepreneurial environments.
  • Proven ability to balance legal risk with business objectives and provide practical, solutionsoriented counsel.
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively across functions.

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $139,200.00 - 208,800.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

What We Offer:
  • Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
  • Generous paid time off.
  • An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
  • Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
  • Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
  • Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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