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Manager, Content Acquisition

Spotify · Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

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About Spotify

Spotify is a digital music service that gives you access to millions of songs. Backed by Accel, Kleiner Perkins and Norwest.

About the role

Manage the execution of original and licensed content deals, from agreed commercial terms through final contracts, signatures, and close. Review, draft, and coordinate revisions to production, licensing, and talent agreements in partnership with Legal. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • You have 2+ years of experience in entertainment, media, digital content, business affairs, content acquisition, or deal operations
  • You understand content licensing, production agreements, and the commercial considerations involved in developing and distributing audio or video content
  • You're comfortable reviewing term sheets and contracts, identifying key issues, and working with Legal to resolve them
  • You can manage multiple deals and deadlines while keeping stakeholders informed and maintaining accurate records
  • You have experience with financial analysis, budget tracking, or financial modeling and can turn data into practical recommendations
  • You communicate clearly and can explain complex commercial terms to colleagues with different areas of expertise
More about this role

Spotify's Content Business team helps bring compelling audio and video content to audiences around the world. Working across Spotify Originals, The Ringer, and licensed content, the team partners with creators, production companies, and internal stakeholders to bring content opportunities to life.

We're looking for a Manager, Content Acquisition to help turn content opportunities into completed deals. You'll manage the deal process from agreed commercial terms through contract execution, working closely with Legal, Finance, Studios, and external partners. This role combines commercial judgment, contract management, and financial analysis to support Spotify's growing content business.

Manage the execution of original and licensed content deals, from agreed commercial terms through final contracts, signatures, and close.

Review, draft, and coordinate revisions to production, licensing, and talent agreements in partnership with Legal.

Keep deals moving by tracking progress, identifying outstanding issues, and coordinating next steps with internal teams and external partners.

Prepare clear deal documentation, including term sheets, deal summaries, approval materials, and stakeholder...

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