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Music Licensing Manager

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April 13, 2024 4 minute read

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A Music Licensing Manager is a specialist in the area of the music business, with a focus on copyright and licensing. Responsible for managing and negotiating the licensing of music for use in a variety of media, including films, TV shows, commercials, video games and online content, Music Licensing Managers ensure that all necessary permissions are obtained for the use of music, and that all copyright laws and regulations are adhered to.

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Salaries for Music Licensing Manager

City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$83,000

$113,000

$157,000

$113,000

San Francisco

$120,000

$162,000

$233,000

$162,000

Seattle

$145,000

$200,000

$272,000

$200,000

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City

25th Percentile

50th Percentile

75th Percentile

Median

New York

$83,000

$113,000

$157,000

$113,000

San Francisco

$120,000

$162,000

$233,000

$162,000

Seattle

$145,000

$200,000

$272,000

$200,000

Austin

$75,000

$94,000

$117,000

$94,000

Toronto

$65,000

$83,000

$109,000

$83,000

London

£49,000

£58,000

£69,000

£58,000

Paris

€48,000

€58,000

€74,000

€58,000

Berlin

€59,000

€71,000

€84,000

€71,000

Tel Aviv

₪518,000

₪665,000

₪920,000

₪665,000

Singapore

S$84,000

S$104,000

S$144,000

S$104,000

Beijing

¥180,000

¥313,000

¥440,000

¥313,000

Shanghai

¥80,000

¥102,000

¥128,000

¥102,000

Shenzhen

¥91,300

¥143,500

¥185,600

¥143,500

Bengalaru

₹1,150,000

₹1,540,000

₹2,380,000

₹1,540,000

Delhi

₹350,000

₹450,000

₹550,000

₹450,000

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Path to Music Licensing Manager

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We've curated six courses to help you on your path to Music Licensing Manager. Use these to develop your skills, build background knowledge, and put what you learn to practice.

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Music Business: Find Music Publishing & Licensing Placements

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How to Make Money with Your Music Copyrights

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Music Business for Artists – Preparing a Release Campaign

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