Manager, Video Licensing

The role is responsible for fulfilling licensing acquisitions and renewals for all of the video content inour Sage Video and Sage Research Methods streaming video collections sold to the worldwidelibrary market. This person will also work in a strategic and Editorial capacity with other Video teammembers to identify suitable content for licensing to help fulfill the goals of these collections.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

* Develop content licensing plans for video products in partnership with Editorial colleagues,using finalized taxonomies and content partner leads generated by subject editors; as well asproactively seeking additional licensing opportunities for video products with anunderstanding of the key needs of each of them (working closely with subject editors);working with other content partners to assist in video licensing where required (e.g. mixedmedia products)
* Execute these video licensing plans and all other licensing needs for these library productsthrough successful negotiation and closure of contracts with licensing partners meeting thebusiness needs of Sage, keeping to budget and within agreed milestones.
* Lead on implementing plans, strategy and communication for all video licensing renewals onSage products, keeping to budget and milestones
* Draft and regularly review Sage Video licensing agreements with necessary internal
stakeholders to ensure agreement terms meet Sage Video business needs; contribute to
broader strategic conversations with other stakeholders in the business regarding new
business models and their impact on video licensing
* Manage delivery of and ingestion of licensed video content (including associated metadata),working with licensing partners, Editorial and Video Production colleagues as necessaryaccording to agreed internal dates and content milestones
* Taking responsibility for the rights management of licensed video content and metadata as itfits with Sage collections which is included in internal systems and processes
* Represent Video Editorial at key video team meetings; develop and foster strong internalrelationships with other departmental colleagues as needed
* Working with Video Production, taking responsibility for overseeing licensing payments, andtracking costs/use of licensed video within Sage products
* Work with UK Finance to oversee the Video partner royalty process and ensure the accuracyof video royalty statements to our content partners as needed
* Lead on managing our partner relationships as well as researching opportunities for newvideo licensing, by attending conferences, participating in market research, analyzing usagedata.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

* Proven experience in content licensing in an academic/higher education publishing
company, video distributor, or video publishing company, or be able to demonstrate
equivalent competence
* Proven Editorial or rights management experience with streaming video or academic
multimedia products or be able to demonstrate equivalent competence
in further education in either licensing, contracts or negotiations, even film distribution,
* Strong and proven Editorial skills, especially in handling contracts and negotiations, and
understanding of rights management
* Ability to prioritize and focus to drive successful delivery of content
* Ability to work globally, building relationships with individuals in other offices
* Excellent time management, organizational skills and efficient execution of tasks
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Must be comfortable working in a remotely managed position
* Proficient use of the MS Office suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook); and ableto learn several internal IT systems.

If you have a disability and you need any support during the application process, please contact hr.resume@sagepub.comAll qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Pay Transparency & Benefits Package:

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect. Sage is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Compensation at Sage is influenced by several factors, including but not limited to skill set, nature and level of experience, qualifications, and other relevant considerations. Please note that the compensation details listed in U.S. role postings reflect the base salary only and do not include bonuses or benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and additional aspects of the compensation/benefits package for this position during the hiring process. If your desired salary falls outside of this range, we hope you'll still apply as there may be other positions that better align.

In addition to compensation, Sage offers a highly competitive and comprehensive PPO medical, dental, and vision care benefits package with SAGE covering most of the premium costs. Unique program benefits that support a healthy life, a company-sponsored anniversary trip every 5 years, a 401(k)-matching program of 100% up to 5% of pay, and other significant meaningful benefits. In alignment with our value for education, Sage offers financial support for bachelor's and graduate-level degree programs as well as learning for personal interest.

Sage offers freedom and autonomy in your day-to-day with hybrid or remote work, depending on the role. Join the nearly 2,000 Sage employees worldwide who deliver products and services that serve to fulfill our noble goal of education and dissemination of knowledge globally. We'd love to meet you!

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Sage Publishing is committed to being an inclusive employer where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and partnership status, pregnancy and parental responsibilities, race, religion and belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

We believe that diversity is a cornerstone of a vibrant culture. We want Sage to be an organization where the most talented staff and high-potential staff are recruited, have the opportunity to grow, and want to work. We strive to achieve a better representation of diverse talent at all levels, including leadership, across our workforce.