Santabella Group of Companies Limited is a leading African conglomerate based in Lagos, Nigeria. With our expertise and commitment to excellence, we are more than just a conglomerate; we are a collective of visionaries, innovators, and trailblazers with a relentless passion for excellence. Since our inception, we have been committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in various industries, making a mark with every venture we embark upon.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Licensing and Publishing Manager
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description
We are seeking a highly competent and experienced Licensing and Publishing Manager to join our team.
As a label committed to excellence and innovation, we are looking for an individual with a proven track record in managing licensing and publishing operations within reputable companies in the music industry.
Responsibilities
Conducting research on licensing and publishing opportunities locally and internationally.
Identify industry trends, developing strategies to maximize the value and exposure of our music catalog.
Review of external Artist release agreements, feature agreements, side artist agreements, split sheets, and other incidental release agreements.
Registering catalogue with publishing partners
Reviewing licensing requests
Conducting research on licensing and publishing opportunities across the world
Preparing business proposals for pitching new and existing works.
Liaising with sync agencies, production companies & advertising agencies
Developing creative strategies for new and existing works
Regularly update artists’, songwriters’, publishers’, and rights holder’s repertoire with PPL, PRS, and other necessary collection societies.
Regularly update publishers on releases.
Reviewing and following up on licensing requests.
Providing administrative support to Licensing and Publishing team.
Follow up and execute projects as handed out from the Partnership Department.
Build music portfolio locally and internationally
Follow up on outstanding licensing deals
Negotiate and secure licenses for the use of Santabella Music Empire's music catalog across various media platforms, including films, TV shows, commercials, video games, and online streaming services.
Administer publishing rights for our songwriters and composers, ensuring accurate registration of songs with performing rights organizations (PROs) and timely collection of royalties.
Monitor and track the usage of our compositions to ensure proper compensation for our rights holders.
Oversee the collection and distribution of royalties from mechanical, synchronization, and performance rights, collaborating closely with accounting and finance teams.
Draft, review, and negotiate licensing agreements, publishing contracts, and other legal documents related to the exploitation of our music catalog.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Music Business, Entertainment Law, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in licensing and publishing management roles within the music industry, preferably with a focus on record labels or music publishing companies.
Proven track record of successfully negotiating and closing licensing deals with major media outlets, production companies, and digital platforms.
In-depth knowledge of copyright laws, licensing regulations, and industry standards governing the exploitation of music rights.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Detail-oriented mindset with excellent organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in music licensing and publishing software and platforms is a plus.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and a Cover Letter outlining their qualifications and experience to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
The responsibilities outlined in this job description may evolve based on the dynamic nature of our business environment.
We are seeking individuals who are adaptable, proactive, and committed to the success of our artists and Santabella Music Empire.