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Aquent

Social Media Specialist

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$26.44 - $31.25/hr

Identify user-generated content opportunities, flagging strong content, community moments, or organic advocacy for evaluation and rights clearance. * Surface potential influencer and brand ambassador ...

PVH

Manager, Video Post Producer

New York, NY · On-site

$104K - $141K/yr

Manage music supervision, licensing, and rights clearance processes. * Develop and maintain production budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking in partnership with Finance. * Identify and implement ...

Trustpoint.One

Clearance Specialist

Glendale, CA · On-site +1

$30 - $35/hr

Clearance Specialist Location: Glendale, CA - Hybrid with Fridays remote Positions Type: Long-term ... rights management systems, databases, and related tracking processes * Identify workflow ...

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How much do rights clearance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for rights clearance in the United States is $90,579.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive in Rights Clearance, you need a solid understanding of intellectual property law, copyright licensing, and contract negotiation, often supported by a degree in law, media, or a related field. Familiarity with rights management databases, digital asset management systems, and legal research tools is typically required. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with legal teams, creators, and clients set top performers apart. These competencies are vital to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risks, and secure timely clearances for content use in media and entertainment projects.

What does a rights clearance do?

Professionals in Rights Clearance commonly review scripts, footage, or media assets to identify all third-party elements that require permission, such as music, artwork, or trademarks. They research ownership rights, negotiate and secure licenses, and meticulously document all agreements to ensure proper clearance. Challenges often include strict deadlines, tracking complex rights chains, and navigating negotiations with multiple stakeholders. The role often requires close collaboration with legal teams, producers, and content creators to resolve issues and keep projects on schedule. Attention to detail and proactive communication are essential to prevent potential legal disputes and delays.

What is a rights clearance?

A Rights Clearance job involves securing legal permission to use copyrighted or trademarked material in media projects, such as films, TV shows, advertisements, or publications. Professionals in this role research copyright ownership, negotiate licensing agreements, and ensure compliance with intellectual property laws to avoid legal disputes. They work closely with producers, legal teams, and content creators to obtain necessary rights for music, images, footage, or other creative works.

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Infographic showing various Rights Clearance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,579 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Business Affairs Associate I

Crunchyroll, LLC

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$38.17 - $40.86/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

About Crunchyroll
Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it's powered by the anime content we all love.
Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!
About the role
As the Business Affairs Associate I, you will review, negotiate, and draft business terms, and manage agreements with domestic and international licensees for our Consumer Products team, which focuses on extending the growing slate of anime brands that Crunchyroll represents into physical/digital products and experiences. You will strategically negotiate and review agreements by balancing appropriate financial terms, legal risks, and business risks. You will work in partnership with our Consumer Products Group, as well as Legal, Finance, and other global stakeholders, to license merchandising rights for our content to domestic and international licensees.
  • You will draft and negotiate merchandise licensing agreements with domestic/international licensees.
  • You will work closely with the Consumer Products Team and Legal Team to ensure that all negotiated terms and requirements are reflected in the agreement, and that all licensee activities and brand representation align with what has been granted and approved by the IP holders in Japan.
  • You will escalate any unusual or high-risk provisions to internal departments, including the Consumer Products Group, the Content Team, Legal, Finance, and international affiliate companies.
  • You will maintain an organized system for tracking deal terms and update negotiation statuses within our internal tracking systems.
  • You will provide general business affairs support in a rapidly changing business environment.
  • You will document, innovate, and adapt standard operating procedures on a continual basis.

In the role of Business Affairs Associate I, you will report to the VP, Business Affairs.
We are considering applicants for the location of Los Angeles, CA.
About You
We get excited about candidates, like you, because...
  • 3+ years of experience with licensing and business affairs experience in an international setup, preferably in the animation, entertainment, consumer products, content licensing, or video game industry.
  • Experience drafting deal terms and interpreting licensing agreements.
  • Experience negotiating rights and analyzing risk regarding business affairs contracts and licenses.
  • Experience managing licensing content and IPs.
  • Experience with project management and related project management tools
  • Passion for Anime, Japanese culture, and the Entertainment industry, with an understanding of Japanese business culture.
About the Team
As part of Crunchyroll's Content organization, the Business Affairs team supports the Content Acquisition team on acquisition deals, providing consultation on deal strategies, negotiations, and rights clearance with other departments and managing associated financial, legal, and business risks.
Why you will love working at Crunchyroll
In addition to getting to work with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also enjoy the following benefits and perks:
  • Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential, paid annually.
  • Flexible time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.
  • Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
  • Health Saving Account HSA program
  • Health care and dependent care FSA
  • 401(k) plan, with employer match
  • Employer paid commuter benefit
  • Support program for new parents
  • Pet insurance and some of our offices are pet friendly!

#LifeAtCrunchyroll #LI-Hybrid
The Pay Range for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including, but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Crunchyroll's Total Rewards offerings for employees. Other rewards may include performance bonuses, employer matched retirement savings, time-off programs, and progressive health benefits and perks.
Pay Transparency - Los Angeles, CA
$38.17-$40.86 USD
About our Values
We want to be everything for someone rather than something for everyone and we do this by living and modeling our values in all that we do. We value
  • Courage. We believe that when we overcome fear, we enable our best selves.
  • Curiosity. We are curious, which is the gateway to empathy, inclusion, and understanding.
  • Kaizen. We have a growth mindset committed to constant forward progress.
  • Service. We serve our community with humility, enabling joy and belonging for others.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
Our mission of helping people belong reflects our commitment to diversity & inclusion. It's just the way we do business.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.
Questions about Crunchyroll's hiring process? Please check out our Hiring FAQs: https://help.crunchyroll.com/hc/en-us/articles/360040471712-Crunchyroll-Hiring-FAQs
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