Also called: Clearance Administrator
Gets permission for songs to use pieces of older recordings.
A sample clearance specialist tracks down who owns a 1970s drum loop used in a new song, then negotiates permission and payment before the song is released. Missing a sample can lead to a lawsuit.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. A bachelor's in music business, then about a year as a clearance assistant learning copyright and how to find rights holders.
Ways in: 4-year college. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Music Business.
Growing about average. Small niche.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI sample detection identifies sources fast and automates much of the paperwork; negotiation with owners stays human.
Classes: Music, Business, English, Government or law.
Official data: O*NET occupation 13-1199.
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