Licensing and Partnership Coordinator
POP MART, founded in 2010 (SEHK: 9992), is a market-leading entertainment company and a global champion of designer toy culture. Through global artist development, IP operations, designer toy culture evangelism, and strategic investments, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain, allowing artists to focus solely on their craft and giving stage to talent from all over the world. With 4,000+ employees worldwide, POP MART has successfully set foot in more than 23 countries and regions, serving a diverse audience of cultural pioneers and art fans.
Job Overview
The Licensing and Partnerships Coordinator will support the licensing team by conducting research on potential artists, partners, and new POP MART-owned or exclusive IPs in North America, while also managing day-to-day operations and maintaining contracts for both inbound and outbound licensing. This role requires staying informed about artists, pop culture trends, and market opportunities for new collaborations, along with the ability to effectively present findings and recommendations. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential to ensure success in this position.
What You Will Achieve
- Exploration of New IPs: Assist the team in researching and identifying artists as potential POP MART-owned or exclusive IPs.
- Research and Analysis: Conduct research on potential partners for collaborations, initiate conversations for possible partnerships, and maintain an updated list of opportunities for internal use.
- Product Development: Monitor market trends in pop culture and merchandise to identify opportunities that align with our merchandising goals.
- Visual Communication: Collaborate with internal teams at our HQ to develop presentations and materials that effectively showcase IPs and communicate licensing opportunities. This includes working on pitch decks and mock-ups to support outbound efforts.
- Contract Management: Manage key aspects of contract terms for licensing, track key dates, ensure accurate royalty reporting, and oversee marketing budget calendars.
What You Will Need
- 3-5 years experience in licensing, merchandising, or a related field, preferably within the entertainment or toy industry.
- Strong organizational and project management skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Powerpoint.
- Familiarity with contract management and royalty reporting processes. NetSuite experience a plus
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Knowledge and interest in genre character-based artists and the new contemporary art market
What We Offer
- Market-competitive packages: we provide 401k, health insurance, PTO leave, paid sick leave, and family leave, etc.
- Opportunities to learn and lead: we provide on-the-job training to ensure employees are equipped with the most up-to-date skill sets and knowledge
- Career development: we work with you to advance your career through short-term assignments, and new experiences, etc.
*POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary.
**As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
