VP, Creative - SESAC (London)

The Harry Fox Agency (HFA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading music rights organization is seeking a VP, Creative Services to enhance its UK presence by managing affiliate relations and supporting the songwriting community. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in the music industry, exceptional people skills, and a deep understanding of publishing and performance rights. This role is critical for strategic growth and industry representation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in a similar position.
• In-depth knowledge of the music business.
• Strong ethical conduct with confidential information management.
• Proficient with music production techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruiting of new UK based affiliates.
• Support SESAC's UK roster growth.
• Ensure compliance on legal matters.
• Develop Affiliation strategies for the department.
• Represent SESAC at industry events.

Skills

Experience with singer/songwriter community

Knowledge of music publishing

Strong public speaking skills

Ability to build relationships

Understanding of performance rights

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Overview

SESAC is looking for a VP, Creative Services, to join our team in the UK. As the VP, Creative Services, UK, you will manage the recruiting of new UK based affiliates along with maintaining/providing support to existing affiliates. You will also serve as the primary liaison on local activities related to affiliate shows, receptions, panels, events, etc.

What You Will Be Doing

• Supporting the strategic growth of SESACs UK roaster by establishing key industry relationships and pursuing/signing new affiliates.
• Maintaining current SESAC UK affiliates by providing excellent customer service and ensuring questions are addressed in a timely and accurately manner.
• Building awareness of the SESAC brand by representing the company within the music and educational community.
• Ensuring compliance on legal matters by partnering with the Legal team to discuss contracts and resolve issues.
• Presenting SESAC Affiliated writers’ requests to company for approval (i.e. advances, guarantees, etc.).
• Helping evaluate financial aspects of acquisitions and supporting the assessment of signings by determining the cost/benefit relationship of potential new catalogs.
• Developing various Affiliation strategies to support departmental and company objectives.
• Communicating Affiliations Relations Activity to senior management and workingcollaboratively with Creative Servies team members.
• Representing SESAC at various industry showcases and industry panels (songwriter, organizational, and professional panels, etc).
• Representing the Creative Servicesdepartment in various meetings / committees (Management, Marketing, etc.).
• Observing industry economic, political, and social trends and making recommendations where appropriate.
• Providing support / direction for various SESAC corporate events (Award shows, showcases, etc.).
• Monitoring Industry Trade Charts and tracking SESAC Activity.

What Makes You Qualified

• 10+ years’ experience in a similar position working with and supporting the singer/songwriter community.
• In-depth knowledge and demonstrated professional proficiency surrounding the business of songwriting, music publishing, and artist community.
• Expertise of business principles involved in the Music Industry specific to Publishing, Recording, and Artist Management.
• Functional knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in Intellectual Property Rights relating to Performing Rights, Synchronization, and Mechanical Rights.
• Possess deep understanding of local industry trends with demonstratable and established Creative Community relationships.
• Exhibit strong people skills and an ability to build strong relationships with both external partners and internal colleagues.
• Ability to partner with colleagues in other departments to support the achievement of company goals.
• Working knowledge of Performance Rights Societies around the globe (inclusive of other domestic societies).
• Strong Public Speaking skills (both in hosting events and panel discussions).
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks / projects to ensure on time completion.
• Strong ethical conduct with a proven ability to manage confidential / sensitive / proprietary information.
• Ability to assess marketplace changes and adjust company direction based on evolving trends and expectations.
• Ability to perform quality research and analysis to identify potential strategic acquisitions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite; comfortable working with and learning new technologies.
• Understanding of Music Production and techniques is a plus.