Licensing Specialist - Remote

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: Not specified

This is a 100% remote, Work-From-Home role, ideally for candidates based in the USA, but open to worldwide applicants as long as they can work within the PST timezone.

Keywords Studios, established in 1998, is a global company with over 12,000 professionals across 70+ studios in 26 countries. We support video game developers and publishers with a wide range of solutions, including art, audio, testing, localization, and Player Engagement. Our Player Engagement service line focuses on technical support, community management, and trust & safety services for AAA and Indie studios.

Role Overview: Licensing Specialist

As a Licensing Specialist, you will play a crucial role in supporting the developer of a popular racing game franchise. Your primary responsibility will be to manage inbound third-party IP licensing agreements by working with various stakeholders. You will also be responsible for day-to-day account management, ensuring effective communication and coordination between all parties involved. This role is perfect for someone passionate about games and cars.

What We Are Looking For:

Our ideal Licensing Specialist possesses the following skills:

Leadership

• Provide support to the Licensing Lead in negotiating and executing inbound third-party IP agreements.
• Assist in managing and prioritizing the workflow of inbound licensing agreements within the team.
• Examine and process license applications, ensuring all necessary paperwork is included and requirements are satisfied.
• Verify credentials and conduct background checks to ensure interested parties fulfill all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure adherence to national, state, and local laws by creating and implementing policies and processes for licensing.

Analytics

• Track and manage a high volume of inbound licensing agreements to ensure compliance and accuracy in reporting.
• Analyze licensing agreement performance metrics to identify trends and insights for optimizing future negotiations.
• Examine grievances and carry out audits to ensure license holders follow the terms and conditions of their licenses.

Communication

• Effectively communicate with content partners to negotiate terms and finalize agreements in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on contractual terms and reporting requirements.
• Negotiate and oversee contracts with outside providers to obtain services connected to the licensing process.

Business

• Support the Licensing Lead in expanding the IP licensing portfolio and identifying new partnership opportunities.
• Maintain partner relationships with content partners to ensure ongoing collaboration and satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Must have 2+ years of Licensing experience in video gaming, music, or similar content, including negotiating, closing, and tracking multiple agreements simultaneously.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contractual terms related to inbound, third-party, intellectual property (IP) licensing.