Rights & Clearances Specialist

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description
• Acquire 3rd party content including photos and footage for use in NBCUniversal News Group properties. Programs include: Today, Nightly News, Dateline, Morning Joe, Squawk Box, Noticiero, etc.
• Review and negotiate license agreements with 3rd party entities: including Sports, UGC providers, professional photographers as well as other News outlets.
• Evaluate the status of acquired rights and potential restrictions in NBCUniversal News Group programming to ensure the ability to repurpose on ancillary platforms.
• Act as a liaison between production, legal, finance and archives for all rights and clearances matters.
• Vet content and flag potential clearance issues with management and legal prior to broadcast.
• Update and manage internal database to indicate copyright source, contracts and license agreements.
• Participate in educational workshops for client groups.
• Build and foster good working relationships within the NBCUniversal News Group family.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite products – particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• At least one year experience in the television/entertainment field
• Thorough understanding of copyright law and license agreements
• Must be willing to work overtime, mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends, often with short notice

Desired Characteristics:
• Team Player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well in fast-paced environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills – ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated self-starter with excellent follow-through

Additional Requirements:

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $65,000 - $90,000

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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