- Title: Sports Documentary Project
- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
Vox Entertainment, a division of the multinational media company Vox Media, Inc., is seeking a motivated Clearance Coordinator for a 10 episode SPORTS-themed digital docu-series.
EXPERIENCE CLEARING SPORTS-RELATED FOOTAGE IS A SIGNIFICANT BONUS QUALIFICATION, so please highlight any particular experience you have doing that. (Not an absolute requirement -- but helps.)
Series will focus heavily on archival footage, and episode direction will significantly depend on the ability to clear key content. The ideal candidate will be comfortable not only delivering standard asset clearance, but providing creative suggestions and problem-solving, and working closely with show runners as episodes develop. This position is an opportunity for a creative-minded individual to be a true collaborator on the project. Experience working with digital media and strong contacts in the field of sports clearance is required.
Skills & Responsibilities:
• Footage/Still Photo Licensing — research, negotiate, and manage licensing of third-party archival content
• Identify and flag copyright and IP concerns as they arise
• Obtain and process all necessary releases (location, appearance, etc.)
• Track status of clearance issues and prepare cost reports
• Manage and track clearance related expenses, invoices, and POs
• Collaborate regularly with vendors, editors, producers, and supervisors
• Excels at communicating with multiple remote stakeholders
• Proactive team player able to identify tasks, anticipate needs, independently resolve issues, and self-direct.