Music Coordinator
ESPN
Bristol, CTThis was removed by the employer on 4/9/2018 2:09:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Maintains, records, and supplies the flow of music from the in–house music archive to the producers for on-air usage, is involved in the input of music cue reporting and coordination of cue sheet tracking, and helps coordinate music shipments in and out of the Bristol Campus.
Responsibilities
• Works under the general direction of Coordinating Director of Music as the department point of contact for assigned ESPN projects and productions.
• Assists the in-house producers and third-party contractors with guidance related to music procedures and policies; provides training, explanations of standards and procedures.
• Organize, coordinate and deliver series/seasonal music packages for assigned Productions.
• Prepare clearance requests; manage status reporting for productions and correspond with clearance house through to execution and payment.
• Negotiate review and prepare licensing agreements; manage licensing process thought execution.
• Facilitate review of third party contracts and advise outside producers on the requirement of ESPN Music policy.
• Manages tracks and promotes compliance for cue sheet reporting for assigned programs.
• Participates in regular meetings with assigned productions focusing on creating a plan for the use of music elements within a specific budget.
• Oversee, update and review the clearance of commercial music for broadcasts.
• Edits thematic, commercial and library music cuts, as needed.
• Conducts ongoing quality control of series / seasonal thematic music packages.
• Evaluates and recommends music for specific shows, related productions and projects.
• Oversees the organization of theme and support music; accesses music repositories and libraries to maintain and refresh source audio for assigned shows.
• Assists others on music team with semi-routine music-related projects and tasks, as needed.
• Coordinates with production and legal for any licensing necessary for music created for the production.
• Processes licensing payments related to their assigned shows or sports.
• Create Music rights summaries for evergreen films, episodic productions and features.
• May participate in selecting music themes and elements for assigned productions.
Basic Qualifications
• Typically, candidate has a minimum of 2 years of progressively complex licensing experience in music/broadcasting industries.
• Makes or recommends music-related decisions that are subject to regular review by management.
• Participates in translating project requirements and specific directions into music concepts and music selections.
• Strong attention to detail, an inner passion for doing great work.
• Strong organizational, problem solving and phone skills.
• Able to meet critical deadlines under challenging situations.
• Keeps abreast of trends in popular music.
• Operates within the context of highly defined processes, clear artistic direction, and defined program and project objectives and outcomes.
• Must be computer literate with particular expertise in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
Preferred Qualifications
• Fluent in Spanish
• Licensing experience in music/broadcasting industries
• Has good knowledge of music editing using standard audio editing platforms and software packages such as Sound Forge or Adobe Audition; knowledge of ProTools is a plus.
• Has a basic understanding of knowledge of ESPN's standards and policies related to Music.
Required Education
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred Education
• Bachelor's Degree
Company Overview
At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.
Additional Information
ESPN is an equal opportunity employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.
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