Attention Current Employees: To submit an application for posted positions, please close this window, log into your Workday account and apply through the Career worklet. Instructions for Applicants: To be considered for one of our open positions, please complete our online employment application and submit all required attachments for each posting that is of interest. Once submitted, your application cannot be edited. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail EmployApp@wnet.org or call toll-free 1-800-992-7519. This email and phone number have been created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response. Job Description Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Support the rights and clearances department inclusive of music services, licenses, royalties and renewals; Research rights and clearances status for current programs and our archive; Support efforts to create a sustainable system for tracking and researching rights; Partner closely and communicate regularly with Legal, Rights & Clearances, Finance, Production, Post-Production, and the Archive to ensure alignment across divisions; Assist in communication with our distribution partners; Stay up-to-date on industry trends and legal developments around copyright, fair use, and content licensing; Other relevant duties, as assigned. Qualifications: Qualified candidates will be extremely organized and detail-oriented, with an ability to support multiple projects under tight deadlines, and will possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Additional qualifications include: Minimum 1 year of relevant work experience; Knowledge and experience with research and/or accessing databases; Demonstrated ability to manage given tasks and projects independently; Interest in learning about non-profit media distribution; A background in music and musical knowledge is a plus but not required. This is a hybrid position. The WNET Group reserves the right to change and/or modify the hybrid schedule at its discretion. The WNET Group 825 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10019-7435 www.wnet.org It is the policy of WNET not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status or any classification protected by law. The WNET Group offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. Salary ranges are based on benchmarked nonprofit and industry related data provided by an outside consulting firm and are commensurate with skills and experience. The hiring salary range for this position is $54,000.00 - $56,000.00. Internal equity considerations will be reviewed before making a final offer. The WNET Group, home to PBS stations THIRTEEN, WLIW, Long Islands only NPR station WLIW-FM, arts and culture hub ALL ARTS, the network NJ PBS, and digital newsroom NJ Spotlight News, uses the power of media to educate, inform, entertain, and inspire audiences everywhere. The WNET Group extends beyond its broadcast television origins to embrace existing, new and emerging media platforms, producing and presenting life-changing content that offers an alternative to commercially driven media. Our Productions: The WNET Group brings art, culture, education, news, documentary, entertainment, and DIY programming to more than five million viewers each month. The WNET Groups award-winning productions include signature PBS series Nature, Great Performances, American Masters, Amanpour and Company, and trusted local news programs like NJ Spotlight News with Briana Vannozzi. Inspiring curiosity and nurturing dreams, The WNET Groups award-winning Kids Media & Education team produces the PBS KIDS series Cyberchase, interactive Mission US history games, and resources for families, teachers, and caregivers. A leading nonprofit public media producer for more than 60 years, The WNET Group presents and distributes an extensive library of content that represents all voices.
