Director of Content Licensing

Job description

The Director, Content Licensing drives the growth and success of SMX’s content licensing strategy, including expanding the reach and visibility of SMX short-form, licensable content across all forms of media, around the globe. This is a strategic and operational role that will oversee the newly-launched content licensing unit of Feld Motor Sports’ SMX unit including day-to-day management of all footage, photos and short-form content requests. As both an internally and externally facing role, this role requires strong relationship management skills, exceptional organizational abilities and significant cross-functional collaboration. This role will supervise the Media Manager, Content Licensing. ### Essential Functions - Provide strategic leadership for Content Licensing, encompassing licensing strategy, rights management, as well as cultivating relationships with licensees, content-users and media entities. - Serves as primary contact for all footage and photo licensing needs for SMX. - Manage Formstack/Intellistack enterprise license and systems. - Lead negotiation of license agreements and renewals, ensuring favorable terms for revenue growth and asset protection. - Collaborate with internal departments, such as Operations, Global Partnerships, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, and Legal, to ensure thorough review and effective implementation of all content requests. - Perform appropriate due diligence to identify feasibility and potential risks associated with content requests, licensed materials, and usage parameters. - Manage all compliance and reporting of content usage to internal stakeholders. ### Qualifications - College degree required. - 5+ years' required experience in media licensing, rights management, or content acquisition, preferably in a sports media environment. - 5-7 years of experience in a fast-paced media environment, preferably in sports entertainment. - Strong understanding of IP law, copyright law, and contract negotiation. ### Skills & Abilities - Ability to handle a high volume of requests while maintaining attention to detail. Capable of curating strong relationships and connections in the motor sports industry. - Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills. - Must complete safety programs as mandated by Feld Entertainment, Inc. and local/federal rules/laws. - Ability to work under pressure. - Ability to prioritize duties for effective and successful events. - Availability to work extended hours, holidays and weekends dependent upon business demands. - Must be dedicated, reliable, and punctual. - Demonstrate positive and professional behavior towards clients and co-workers at all times. - Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and be a team player.