VP, Sync Licensing

Firebird Music

VP of Sync Licensing responsible for developing sync licensing strategy and overseeing processes at Firebird's Label Services. Pitching sync opportunities and negotiating licensing with a focus on creative partnerships.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Creatively pitch frontline and catalog repertoire, securing sync placements across film, television, advertising, sports, video games, and beyond
Lead negotiations for licensing clearances
Collaborate with Firebird's legal and finance departments to execute paperwork and invoicing
Establish a comprehensive sync database, aggregating recorded music, publishing, and associated rights and data from all of Firebird's label and publisher partners and applicable management clients
Partner with creative teams across our recorded music partners — and their internal or third-party sync solutions — to identify and develop opportunities
Proactively cultivate new business relationships and partnerships
Experience working in a team using agile software development methodology. Coordinate product releases, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned, timelines are adhered to, and that pre- and post-launch processes are executed smoothly. Develop go-to-market operational plans in collaboration with product management, ensuring readiness across all functions. Monitor product releases and identify any potential issues, coordinating troubleshooting and communication efforts.
Serve as a liaison between product management, engineering, and other areas to facilitate seamless communication and project execution. Support product teams with resource allocation, project scheduling, and coordination of key deliverables. Collaborate with product management to gather, prioritize, and share customer feedback.
Implement and maintain tools and systems that enhance product operations, including project management software, data platforms, and feedback management tools. Maintain up-to-date documentation of product processes, requirements, workflows, and best practices for reference and training purposes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in synchronization licensing at a record label or music publisher
Established relationships and an extensive network within the sync community
Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to drive revenue
Comprehensive knowledge of contract execution and administrative procedures as they relate to synchronization rights
Proven experience managing, documenting, and administering license terms and conditions
Advanced proficiency in music rights databases and digital rights management systems
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal and financial concepts to both creative and business partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Ownership: Equity participation for everyone
Health & Wealth: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plus 401(k) with company match
Performance Rewards: Annual bonuses tied to results
Flexibility: Flexible PTO and hybrid in-office schedules for those in NYC
Access: Live shows, festivals, and the music community you're helping create
Growth: Learn from people who've built careers at majors, independents, and startups

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Hard Skills & Tools

synchronization licensingcontract executionnegotiationmusic rights databasesdigital rights management systemsproject managementagile software development methodologygo-to-market operational plansresource allocationcustomer feedback management

Soft Skills

strong negotiation skillsexceptional verbal communicationexceptional written communicationrelationship buildingteam collaborationproblem-solvingproject schedulingstakeholder alignmentcultivating business relationshipsarticulating complex concepts