Content Licensing Coordinator

McGraw Hill • Full-time • Remote (Hybrid in Columbus, Ohio, United States) • $40,000 - $54,500 / year • 1w ago

Fast Facts

McGraw Hill is seeking a Content Licensing Coordinator to manage third-party content rights for print and digital products. This remote position requires collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance with copyright laws and effective risk negotiation.

Responsibilities: The Coordinator will research and clear third-party assets, negotiate licensing terms, and manage project schedules and budgets while collaborating with internal and external teams.

Skills: Required skills include project management, negotiation, strategic thinking, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities.

Qualifications: Candidates should have 3+ years of experience in project management and content licensing, with a solid understanding of rights management for third-party content.

Location: This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work in the USA.

Compensation: $40000 - $54500 / Annually

Overview

Impact the Moment:

McGraw Hill is a diverse and inclusive company that believes we can change the world by leveling the playing field and giving every learner an equal opportunity to succeed. We create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning experiences, and to continually reimagine the way our customers teach and learn, simplifying the path to a better education for all.

How can you make an impact?

We are seeking a Content Licensing Specialist with expertise in researching, securing, and managing third-party content rights for print and digital products. This role ensures assets align with copyright laws, company rights strategy, schedules, and budgets. The specialist collaborates with authors, editors, project teams, and external vendors to assess risk, negotiate licensing terms, ensure data accuracy, and deliver high-quality, cost-effective content on time.

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States.

What you will be doing:

Act as an expert on McGraw Hill rights management requirements, ensuring compliance with copyright laws, assessing risk, and resolving rights-related issues.
Direct the research, selection, and clearance of third-party assets for print and digital products.
Guide external resource vendors in negotiating licensing terms and rates, serving as the primary escalation point for non-standard or complex contracts.
Collaborate with and coach authors, editors, and content developers on content planning, while partnering with internal and external teams to ensure high-quality, cost-effective assets.
Manage project schedules and budgets, monitor costs, and provide accurate budget and spend reporting.

What you can bring to this role:

3+ years of experience in project management and or content licensing, with a demonstrated ability to successfully complete projects.
Strong strategic thinking, negotiation, and project management skills to drive effective outcomes.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Demonstrated understanding of rights management for third-party content, including plagiarism, fair use, copyright, and permission licensing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners to achieve shared goals.

Why work for us?

The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively designing content that will build the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfillment that will inspire you to even greater heights.

The pay range for this position is between $40,000 - $54,500 annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. An annual bonus plan may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical and/or other benefits, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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