What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clearance Producer position at TMZ?
Overview Of The Company
FOX Entertainment
With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.
Job Description
TMZ is seeking a Clearance Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate must have an exceptional understanding of intellectual property contracts and key provisions. The Clearance Producer will be responsible for sourcing, acquiring, negotiating, costing, and clearing rights on behalf of TMZ. This position requires someone who is adept at obtaining permissions for photo/video use on web and television platforms. This role requires the ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment, work with a small team in identifying & procuring assets through deep archival search, as well as managing and prioritizing workflow according to our programming needs.
The Clearance Producer will interact daily with our Executive Producers, Clips & Clearances staff, Production/Accounting staff, our legal department, and others.
Responsibilities:
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $60,000.00-75,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
FOX Entertainment
With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.
Job Description
TMZ is seeking a Clearance Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate must have an exceptional understanding of intellectual property contracts and key provisions. The Clearance Producer will be responsible for sourcing, acquiring, negotiating, costing, and clearing rights on behalf of TMZ. This position requires someone who is adept at obtaining permissions for photo/video use on web and television platforms. This role requires the ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced environment, work with a small team in identifying & procuring assets through deep archival search, as well as managing and prioritizing workflow according to our programming needs.
The Clearance Producer will interact daily with our Executive Producers, Clips & Clearances staff, Production/Accounting staff, our legal department, and others.
Responsibilities:
- Communicating with photo/video distribution companies to secure assets for production
- Oversee agency videos and offers to create content for web and television
- Hunting for relevant & applicable assets to fit the narrative of the project
- Contact third parties and news outlets to get permission or license photos/videos
- Develop contacts, cultivate sources, and maintain relationships to aid in securing future assets
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
- 3-5 years of progressive experience working in series or news television
- Ability to negotiate and execute licenses and other contracts
- Knowledge of celebrity news, pop culture & current events
- Strong telephone/communication skills
- Knowledge of sports leagues, players, teams, etc. a plus
- Strong ability to handle multiple projects at once
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $60,000.00-75,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000
