Pollstar is hiring: Executive, Music Business Affairs in Nashville

The primary responsibilities of this role include reviewing and negotiating agreements for artist touring operations, acting as an innovative business partner, and providing strategic support and guidance to UTA’s music agents. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong work ethic, motivation, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving, who can thrive in a fast-paced business environment.What You Will DoNegotiate, review, and draft a high volume of live performance agreements for a wide range of musical artists, including music festival, multi-date residency, and one-off performance agreements.Negotiate agency-wide terms/conditions with international and domestic music talent buyers.Provide business affairs support on branded and endorsement deals for the agency’s large music roster, including negotiating and commenting on brand partnership contracts, long-term endorsement agreements, as well as influencer and license agreements.Manage Protection Letter Process including drafting and responding to protection letters.Aggregate information from agent teams and accounting related to show/festival cancellations and bankruptcies affecting multiple clients.Assist with creating company policies, protocols, and best practices.What You Will NeedJD degree requiredActive New York, California, or Tennessee Bar licenseA strong understanding of contract law, intellectual property law, and other relevant legal areasExcellent business negotiation and deal-making skillsAbility to effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and other industry professionalsAbility to identify and resolve complex legal and business issuesStrong understanding and experience with the music industry, including its various sectors and key playersWhat You Will GetThe unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of the leading global entertainment companiesAccess to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellenceThe opportunity to do the best work of your careerWork in an inclusive and diverse company cultureCompetitive benefits and programs to support your well-beingAbout UTAUTA unites ideas, opportunities, and talent. One of the most influential companies in global entertainment, UTA’s business spans talent representation, content production, as well as strategic advisory and marketing work with some of the world’s biggest brands. Affiliated companies include Digital Brand Architects, KLUTCH Sports Group, Curtis Brown Group, and MediaLink. UTA is headquartered in Los Angeles with offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York, and London.For more information:https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/UTA and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers.