TEMP - Sr. Manager, Sync Services & Partnerships
BertelsmannAbout the role
At BMG, we recognize the power of music and are dedicated to ensuring it thrives. We are a community of artists, songwriters, and partners, working together to create music and build lasting careers. Here, music creators find not just a business partner, but a trusted home where their work shapes culture and leaves a legacy. Together, we evolve and grow.
We believe that creativity flourishes when people feel they belong. That means building a culture where everyone can show up as themselves, contribute freely, and be treated with fairness and respect - whatever their background, identity, or life story. We’re committed to creating a workplace where individuality is valued, inclusion is intentional, and everyone has the chance to grow. All applicants to BMG will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
TEMP - Senior Manager, Sync Services & Partnerships
Los Angeles
Your Mission
The 5 month temporary position in within BMG’s dynamic and growing sync services and partnerships team, specifically focused on film & TV creative pitching across all of BMG’s global repertoire and current releases. Success in this role depends on a well-established network of contacts in the music licensing, and Film/TV music supervisor communities, the ability to maintain current business opportunities, strong communication and organizational skills, and working closely and collaboratively across teams internally to execute pitching strategy.
What You'll Be Doing
- Effectively execute sync strategy as determined by Film & TV lead. Work collaboratively with team members to align efforts and achieve business objectives.
- Pitch BMG’s writer/artist clients and catalogue repertoire to film and TV music teams, filmmakers, music supervisors and music editors for music licensing placements.
- Support the sync team in maintaining and building of internal client database as well as all assets needed for pitching/executing sync opportunities.
- Maintain a high level of customer service with BMG’s existing clients.
- Proactively reach out to music supervisors on behalf of BMG’s sync team to maintain good client relations and assist in creative direction in order to aid procurements.
- Attend internal writer/artist meetings, and BMG writer/artist events and showcases as requested.
- Stay updated on current market trends in media by listening, watching and engaging in client + artist meetings, watching films/tv/commercials/games.
- Exhibit thorough knowledge of releases and imperative info for BMG’s recorded and published roster and catalogue assets and initiatives.
- Ensure all client interactions are accurately logged and tracked on all internal systems.
- Monitor client production schedules, new commissions, and upcoming projects to identify potential opportunities for BMG Film & TV sync team
What You Bring
- Prior employment in the music business, preferably with a publisher, label, management, or agency, with experience in the sync licensing space.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Thorough understanding of recording and publishing rights
- Knowledge of current music trends across media.
- Strong follow-up and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to interface with high-level personnel.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced/high-volume environment
- Well-organized with close attention to detail
What Would Be A Plus
- Disco and CRM fluent
Now What's In It For You
- Enjoy flexibility with our hybrid setup: 3 days in office, 2 days remote.
- Kick off your weekends early with Summer Fridays.
- Unlock your potential with development opportunities, including mentorship programs and LinkedIn Learning.
- Be inspired by our talented artists at our showcases and playbacks.
Pay Range
$90,000-$100,000 annually
The pay range listed above is dependent upon factors such as work experience, qualifications and business needs.
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