Executive, Music Business Affairs

This is a Full Time Job

DESCRIPTION:

UTA seeks a Music Business Affairs Executive in our Nashville office. This position is crucial in structuring, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of deals related to touring and live performances for our artists. The primary responsibilities of this role include:
• Reviewing and negotiating agreements for artist touring operations
• Acting as an innovative business partner
• Providing strategic support and guidance to UTA's music agents

This executive must be an organized, strategic, and skilled practitioner who thrives in a high-volume practice that supports a large group of agents. The lawyer will also advocate for UTA client interests, which may involve drafting a variety of documents and letters.

Additionally, the role requires implementing and refining new systems designed to optimize information and document management processes, as well as fostering positive long-term relationships with the company's clients and customers. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong work ethic, motivation, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, who can thrive in a fast-paced business environment.

What You Will Do
• Negotiate, review, and draft a high volume of live performance agreements for a wide range of musical artists, including music festival, multi-date residency, and one-off performance agreements.
• Negotiate agency-wide terms/conditions with international and domestic music talent buyers.
• Provide business affairs support on branded and endorsement deals for the agency's large music roster, including negotiating and commenting on brand partnership contracts, long-term endorsement agreements, as well as influencer and license agreements.
• Manage Protection Letter Process including drafting and responding to protection letters.
• Aggregate information from agent teams and accounting related to show/festival cancellations and bankruptcies affecting multiple clients.
• Assist with creating company policies, protocols, and best practices.

What You Will Need
• JD degree required.
• Active New York, California, or Tennessee Bar license.
• A strong understanding of contract law, intellectual property law, and other relevant legal areas.
• Excellent business negotiation and deal-making skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and other industry professionals.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex legal and business issues.
• Strong understanding and experience with the music industry, including its various sectors and key players.

What You Will Get
• The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companies.
• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence.
• The opportunity to do the best work of your career.
• Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture.
• Competitive benefits and programs to support your well-being.

UTA and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers.