Business Development • Senior

Who you are

You have extensive experience in music business affairs, particularly in negotiating deals for original music in film and television. Your strong business judgment allows you to balance creative and business objectives effectively, ensuring that all stakeholders are satisfied with the outcomes. You possess excellent negotiation skills, enabling you to interact confidently with agents, managers, and production companies. Your ability to maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders is crucial in this role, as you will be collaborating with various teams including legal, finance, and production.

You are strategic in your approach, understanding the complexities of the music industry and how they relate to the broader entertainment landscape. Your experience includes working closely with composers, songwriters, music supervisors, and recording artists, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the music creation and distribution process. You thrive in environments where you can leverage your expertise to shape the future of entertainment, particularly in a dynamic setting like Amazon MGM Studios.

What you'll do

In this role, you will be responsible for negotiating and overseeing deals for the creation and distribution of original music for Amazon MGM Studios' Movies and Series. You will work closely with creative executives to align music strategies with the studio's business objectives. Your responsibilities will include finalizing agreements in collaboration with legal and outside counsel, ensuring that all music-related issues are addressed during development, production, and marketing phases. You will also handle any music-related challenges that arise, providing solutions that support the studio's creative vision.

Your role will require you to stay informed about industry trends and changes, allowing you to make informed decisions that benefit Amazon MGM Studios. You will be expected to contribute to the overall music strategy, identifying opportunities for collaboration and innovation within the music space. By fostering strong relationships with composers, songwriters, and other music professionals, you will help create a robust pipeline of original music that enhances the studio's content offerings.

What we offer

Amazon MGM Studios offers a competitive compensation package, including equity and comprehensive benefits. You will have the opportunity to work in a creative and collaborative environment, contributing to projects that reach audiences worldwide. As part of a leading global streaming service, you will play a key role in shaping the future of entertainment and music at Amazon. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.