Remote NFL Licensing Coordinator

Description

Remote NFL Licensing Coordinator

Introduction to the Role

Step into a unique opportunity at the intersection of sports, law, and digital innovation. As a Remote NFL Licensing Coordinator, you will manage vital partnerships that protect and promote NFL intellectual property across various platforms. With an annual salary of $68,746, this remote position provides an opportunity to serve as a strategic steward of licensing rights while collaborating across departments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, fluent in contract protocols, and comfortable leveraging tools like digital rights management (DRM) platforms and enterprise license databases to ensure compliance and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

License Management & Compliance

  • Review and approve licensing agreements to ensure brand compliance with NFL standards.
  • Monitor licensee activities using digital asset tracking software and cloud-based documentation systems.
  • Coordinate renewals, amendments, and expirations using automated workflow tools.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Act as a liaison between licensees, internal legal teams, and marketing.
  • Schedule and lead virtual reviews using tools such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Miro.
  • Track all communications in project management systems such as Asana or Trello.

Digital Documentation & Analysis

  • Maintain accurate records through cloud-based contract lifecycle management systems.
  • Generate quarterly reports on license usage and performance metrics using Power BI or Tableau.
  • Interpret and translate legal jargon into clear, actionable summaries for stakeholders.

Technologies and Tools

As a remote-first position, our tech ecosystem is key to daily operations. You'll be expected to be proficient or become skilled in:

  • DRM Systems (e.g., Digimarc, Adobe Content Server)
  • Project Management Tools (Asana, Jira, Trello)
  • Digital Filing & Contract Software (DocuSign, Ironclad, PandaDoc)
  • Data Visualization Tools (Power BI, Tableau)
  • Virtual Collaboration (Slack, Zoom, Miro)

Your ability to adapt to tech stacks and integrate these tools into your workflow ensures you're equipped to manage intellectual property and licensing records at scale.

Work Environment & Culture

We believe that working remotely should never mean working alone. Our NFL-affiliated licensing team is fully distributed, but tightly connected. We host regular virtual team syncs, feedback circles, and bi-monthly innovation sprints to inspire proactive thinking and cross-functional teamwork. Despite being remote, our environment is:

  • Fast-paced yet structured — Think daily standups and Kanban boards.
  • Innovation-driven — We explore AI-powered analytics and blockchain traceability for IP control.
  • Culturally inclusive — Expect virtual team building, diversity-forward policies, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications and Experience

Required Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in licensing, contract management, or legal operations.
  • Strong proficiency in contract review and IP rights enforcement.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based documentation and digital licensing databases.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous work in sports media or brand licensing.
  • Experience with IP enforcement technologies or digital watermarking.
  • Certification in Contract Management or Licensing (e.g., CLP, CCCM).
  • Understanding of U.S. and international IP law frameworks.

Data-Driven Success Metrics

Your performance will be evaluated using key metrics that reflect your influence and impact:

  • Turnaround Time: License approval/review time reduced by 20% within the first quarter.
  • Accuracy: Maintain 98 %+ contract accuracy in audit reviews.
  • Engagement: Achieve 100% attendance in remote licensee check-ins.
  • Compliance Tracking: Quarterly compliance scorecard delivery with zero overdue items.

Growth Opportunities

Joining as an NFL Licensing Coordinator positions you for upward mobility in:

  • Digital Rights Management: Advance to a senior coordinator or manager role by developing automation strategies.
  • IP Enforcement Strategy: Participate in high-level legal discussions about emerging tech and NFT licensing.
  • Cross-Division Movement: Explore lateral roles in marketing analytics or remote brand development within the NFL digital ecosystem.

We support your growth through continued education stipends, internal mentorship programs, and monthly remote training intensives.

Why You Should Apply

If you value structure, legal integrity, digital tools, and the global reach of the NFL brand, this position offers a rare blend of remote autonomy and professional momentum. You’ll contribute to protecting iconic assets while enabling strategic licensing that resonates with fans and partners worldwide.

Call to Action

Are you ready to manage the game from behind the scenes? Take charge of a pivotal role that blends legal precision with digital innovation—apply now and be the remote licensing leader the NFL needs for tomorrow.