Description
Calling all lovers of entertainment and licensing!
Please read the job description in full, including the Application Process listed at the bottom before applying.
Who we are:
Born Licensing is a licensing agency focused on making the licensing process easier across a broad range of areas.
Our licensed advertising division is focused on the licensing of characters, clips and IP in advertising campaigns. We work with the greatest film, TV, animation and video game Licensors from around the globe and the advertising agencies that wish to license their IP in their campaigns.
Our Born to License division has expanded our services to companies that offer products and services across a broad range of sectors such as apparel, health and beauty, food and beverage, publishing, fashion accessories, digital products and many more.
We have decades of licensing experience, having worked with all major Licensors including Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery, Mattel, Hasbro, Universal Studios and hundreds more.
Our CEO David Born has worked in licensing for most of his career. He has an undeniable passion for licensing and is a strong advocate for the broad range of benefits that licensing offers.
What we’re looking for: a high performing, focused, entertainment loving self-starter who will proactively and passionately fill the position of Licensing Coordinator.
Role Responsibilities
- Reporting to the President of Licensing, North America
- Helping with day to day account management of existing North American and Australia based clients such as WOLFpak, Plum Deluxe, Lifely*, Courtney Brands and Every Man Jack.
- Assisting with Licensee reporting and administration e.g. reporting royalties on time, royalty forecasting, marketing commitment, CMF reports, marketing plans etc.
- Creating presentation decks for client pitches, licensor meetings and internal reporting
- Exploring new license opportunities for existing clients in order to grow their licensing business
- Understanding the licensing landscape and which properties are expected to be most beneficial for Born to License clients
- Assisting with the pitching for licenses on behalf of clients
- Providing support throughout the licensing contract process to ensure it is as smooth as possible
- Day-to-day account management of licensees, royalty tracking, project management and appropriate reporting to licensors
General responsibilities
- Other duties as requested by company CEO, President of Licensing or Licensing Manager
- Attendance at industry events and tradeshows including Licensing Expo in Las Vegas, potential for international travel (passport required)
- Collating client information for social media, newsletters and company deck
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:30pm PST
Location: Remote, US based (PST timezone required)
Perks:
- A day off on your birthday so you can celebrate however way you please
- Days between Christmas and New Year off so you can switch off work, reflect on the past year and prepare for the next one
- A paid subscription of your choice (i.e. Netflix, Amazon Prime, Paramount Plus etc.) to support your love of entertainment.
Salary: US$47,500-US$57,500 + benefits + company bonus offer
About Born Licensing
Founded in 2014, Born Licensing enables advertising agencies to create standout creative campaigns, by facilitating access to a broad range of compelling entertainment brands for leverage. The organisation brokers deals with the rights holders of well-loved, iconic properties and manages the entire licensing process from start to finish. Owner David Born previously held managerial licensing roles at major entertainment firms in London and Melbourne.
We work with a range of rights holders including: ViacomCBS, Hasbro, Mattel, Tetris, Sesame Workshop, MGM, Universal Studios, Disney, Warner Bros. and many more.
For more information visit http://bornlicensing.com.
About Born to License
Born to License provides end to end licensing services for companies that have little to no licensing experience, enabling them to benefit from the full power that licensing offers while limiting the challenges. The team is focused on aligning with exciting, innovative, and ambitious companies that see licensing as a big strategic part of their future success. Born to License’s strong industry knowledge, experience, systems and relationships allows them to offer an unmatched service to any company with a strong desire to enter the licensing space.
For more information visit http://www.borntolicense.com/.
Application Process
Please prepare and submit a video no longer than 60 seconds introducing yourself and sharing why you’re interested in the role. Submit to hello@borntolicense.com.
Requirements
Essential Skills
- A can-do attitude
- Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
- Confidence to work independently and take ownership
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Experienced user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience creating polished presentation decks (Keynote preferred)
- Comfortable supporting royalty reporting and revenue forecasting
- Strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Effective communicator at all levels
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Exceptional people skills
- Excellent negotiation skills
Desirable skills
- Experience within the licensing industry
- Experience within the consumer products industry
