Licensing Coordinator

Overview (Why This Role)
Are you passionate about brand building and love keeping things organized Join Hearst Brand Development as a Licensing Coordinator and help expand the reach of some of the worlds most iconic media this role youll play a key part in supporting Hearsts accolade and product licensing programsconnecting great products with trusted editorial voices.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us)
Hearst Magazines portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the Cosmopolitan ELLE Esquire Good Housekeeping Harpers BAZAAR and Popular Mechanicsinspires entertains and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital video social and print reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation cutting-edge technology and industry-leading data capabilities we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the worldand together we are shaping whats next.

Key Responsibilities (What Youre Doing)

• Maintain and update licensing CRM systems tracking tools and dashboards for accolade licensing operations

• Review and proofread licensing contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance

• Manage and distribute product submissions and assist with the product approval process

• Coordinate licensing operations meetings and support overall workflow efficiency from contract execution to royalty reporting

• Partner with legal on IP protection including product and accolade infringement Amazon Brand Registration and URL management

• Track and support marketing campaigns across print digital social and newsletters

• Secure editorial mentions and update best sellers lists for internal and external use

• Upload and manage affiliate reports and support e-commerce tracking

• Assist in developing brand materials presentations and pitch decks

• Coordinate with Hearst Research team to request and collect data for sales efforts

• Perform office manager tasks including invoice processing meeting prep and document organization

Qualifications (What Were Looking For)

• 2 years of experience in project management sales merchandising marketing or brand management

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment

• Detail-oriented and data-driven with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal and a collaborative customer-service mindset

• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office; experience a plus

• Awareness of consumer product trends and solid product sensibility

• Hybrid role requiring 4 days per week in the NYC office

Benefits (What We Offer)

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media advertising tech fashion lifestyle and publishing shaping the future of these dynamic industries.

• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs immersive workshops and exclusive industry events.

• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.

• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.

• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance from Day 1.

• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary for this role is between $50000 - $60000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors such as: transferable skills work experience business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.