Licensing Assistant, Penguin Random House Audio (Hybrid)
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Penguin Random House Audio is hiring a Licensing Assistant for a hybrid role in Midtown Manhattan to support international audio rights dealings and coordinate with the Audio Editorial and Production teams. You’ll track production timelines, deliver audio files to partners in the UK, Australia and Canada, maintain records, chase invoices, research timelines, and draft Masters Licensing Agreements using approved boilerplates. The role offers a $51,000 salary with a 2-3 day in-office hybrid schedule. The right candidate is highly organized and excels at juggling multiple projects, communicates diplomatically with internal and external partners, and is proficient with Excel and Teams. To apply, tailor your resume and cover letter to show strong spreadsheet skills, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive problem solving, and apply early before February 3 with both documents.
Penguin Random House, the leading Publishing house globally, is on a mission to ignite a universal passion for reading by creating books for everyone. We’ve seen great growth across the whole business, and we’re excited to add to our Audio team by hiring a Licensing Assistant!
As the premier publisher in the audiobook industry, Penguin Random House Audio is dedicated to producing top-quality fiction and nonfiction audiobooks written and read by the best in the business, including books by bestselling authors like Brené Brown, James Clear, John Grisham, Ali Hazelwood, Emily Henry, George R. R. Martin, Toni Morrison, Celeste Ng, Colson Whitehead, and Jacqueline Woodson as well as Presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and Bill Clinton, and First Lady Michelle Obama. Our audiobooks have won 18 GRAMMY® Awards, 111 Audie® Awards, and 28 Odyssey Awards and Honors.
Joining a small and creative department, you’ll help bring our audiobooks to international audiences by supporting the buying and selling of audio recordings with publishers in the UK, Australia, and Canada. In addition to liaising with external partners, you’ll work closely with the Audio Editorial and Production teams to coordinate assets and track timelines as we continue to grow our business.
The Licensing Assistant will spend a lot of time in spreadsheets, balancing multiple deadlines, and supporting workflows with many moving parts. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, able to prioritize and communicate accordingly, and can be active team player who balances working autonomously and collaboratively in both in-office and remote environments.
This hybrid position will be expected to work 2-3 days per week at our office in Midtown Manhattan for in-office meetings, occasional events, and administrative projects. We will consider candidates who can work from a commutable distance to our offices at 1745 Broadway, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).
Specific responsibilities include:
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Supporting the sale and purchase of recordings by tracking production timelines and assisting with the delivery of audio files to international partners
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Maintaining internal records to ensure information is accurate and up to date
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Managing invoices and payment tracking/chasing for file fees
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Researching and responding to queries regarding production timelines and recording details
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Drafting and processing standard Masters Licensing Agreements using approved contract boilerplates
Please apply if you meet the following qualifications:
- A customer service–oriented, diplomatic approach to communication, with the ability to balance the needs of internal teams and external partners
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Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
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Creative and proactive problem-solving skills, including the ability to anticipate issues and help identify practical solutions
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Comfort working extensively with spreadsheets, tracking tools, and shared databases
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Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team, escalating issues appropriately when needed
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Teams
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A level of excitement in absorbing stories through different mediums — whether reading, audiobooks, podcasts, or more
The Penguin Random House national headquarters is located in New York City. This is a hybrid position, requiring approximately 2-3 days per week at our 1745 Broadway location. We will consider candidates who live within a commutable distance to our offices, which includes the tri-state area (NJ, CT, & PA).
The salary for this position is $51,000. All positions are currently eligible for annual profit award or bonus, subject to Company results.
Applications for this role will be accepted through February 3rd or until the role is filled. We encourage you to apply early, as we review applications on a rolling basis. Please include your resume and cover letter for consideration. Before applying for any role at Penguin Random House, we recommend you review our applicant resources page and our FAQs page.
Penguin Random House job postings include a good faith compensation range for each open position. The salary range listed is specific to each particular open position and takes into account various factors including the specifics of the individual role, and candidate's relevant experience and qualifications.
Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, Medical/Prescription drug insurance, Dental, Vision, Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k), Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life/AD&D Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Student Loan Repayment Program, Educational Assistance & generous paid time off.
Penguin Random House is the leading adult and children's publishing house in North America, the United Kingdom and many other regions around the world. In publishing the best books in every genre and subject for all ages, we are committed to quality, excellence in execution, and innovation throughout the entire publishing process: editorial, design, marketing, publicity, sales, production, and distribution. Our vibrant and diverse international community of nearly 300 publishing brands and imprints include Ballantine Bantam Dell, Berkley, Clarkson Potter, Crown, DK, Doubleday, Dutton, Grosset & Dunlap, Little Golden Books, Knopf, Modern Library, Pantheon, Penguin Books, Penguin Press, Penguin Random House Audio, Penguin Young Readers, Portfolio, Puffin, Putnam, Random House, Random House Children's Books, Riverhead, Ten Speed Press, Viking, and Vintage, among others. More information can be found at http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/.
Penguin Random House values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
Company: Penguin Random House LLC | Job ID: 286184