Manager, Music Business Affairs

Netflix

Tokyo, Japan
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5+ years music production experience
Music clearance and licensing expertise
Negotiating composer and artist agreements
** Netflix is seeking a Manager for Music Business Affairs in Tokyo, Japan, to support the music-related legal and business functions for Netflix Originals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the music industry, particularly in production, licensing, and negotiation, along with fluency in English and Japanese. **

Job Summary

  • This role provides music business, legal, and strategy support for the production of Netflix Originals across film, series, and documentaries.
  • The successful candidate will handle music clearance, negotiate commercial terms, and draft agreements with composers, artists, and publishers while working closely with global teams.
  • Candidates must possess deep expertise in the Japan music market, including knowledge of CMOs like JASRAC, and be able to make quick decisions under tight timeframes.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Netflix is seeking a Manager for Music Business Affairs in Tokyo, Japan, to support the music-related legal and business functions for Netflix Originals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the music industry, particularly in production, licensing, and negotiation, along with fluency in English and Japanese. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years music production experience
  • Music clearance and licensing expertise
  • Negotiating composer and artist agreements
  • Drafting synchronization license agreements
  • Knowledge of JASRAC and CMOs
  • Fluency in English and Japanese

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with anime or documentary production
  • In-house support experience in entertainment
  • Ability to navigate last-minute production surprises
  • Strong project management skills
  • Curiosity about diverse cultural backgrounds

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years music production experience
  • Hands-on experience structuring music deals
  • In-depth knowledge of music copyright law
  • Practical knowledge of Japan music industry
  • Fluent in written and spoken English and Japanese

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