Music Licensing & Contracts Specialist (Original Content)

Apple Inc.; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Culver City, California is seeking an experienced Music Contract Specialist to support the Original Content legal team with licensing negotiation and contract drafting for Apple's original video content global slate.

The role requires deep knowledge of music licensing, contract management, and the ability to coordinate with legal, finance, production and creative teams to ensure timely, robust agreements across projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience drafting, negotiating and managing music, TV/film contracts.
• Experience in contract management at a major studio or streaming service.
• Deep understanding of music licensing terms and production agreements.
• Ability to evaluate deal structures and anticipate production timelines.
• Extensive knowledge of music business across production contracts.
• Established, strong relationships within music and entertainment industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide music licensing negotiation and contract support for Apple's original content music legal team.
• Draft, negotiate and manage contracts for attorneys.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, production and creative teams to support production needs.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Music licensing

Drafting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Apple Inc. in Culver City, California is seeking an experienced Music Contract Specialist to support the Original Content legal team with licensing negotiation and contract drafting for Apple's original video content global slate.

The role requires deep knowledge of music licensing, contract management, and the ability to coordinate with legal, finance, production and creative teams to ensure timely, robust agreements across projects.