Licensing Specialist

Licensing Specialist

Basic Fun! is a dynamic global designer and marketer of classic, innovative children's entertainment products and we strive to bring smiles to people of all ages. Our iconic brands and broad product portfolio are sold by leading retailers and distributors in over 60 countries around the world. Basic Fun! has an omni-channel go-to market strategy with a strong presence online, in-store and in family entertainment venues. The Company is proud to have long-term, valued licensing partnerships with A-List Licensors, including Hasbro, Disney, Mattel, Nintendo, Bandai Namco, Pokémon, Netflix, Sega, Coca Cola, Universal, Paramount, Warner Brothers, Authentic Brand Group, NFL and NBA. Basic Fun! has a product portfolio of powerhouse brands that include Littlest Pet Shop, Care Bears, Tonka, Lite Brite, Arcade1Up, Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys, Playhut, Uncle Milton, Fisher Price Classics, Mash'ems, Dungeons & Dragons, and many other trusted brands. All of us at Basic Fun! are dedicated to enriching lives and creating unforgettable moments through imaginative play.

Position Overview:

The Licensing Specialist is responsible for the coordination, submission and tracking of all licensing approval requests across the company's Licensed product portfolio.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Work collaboratively with internal partners to manage the product submission and approvals process as per Milestones calendars with a diverse portfolio of licensors pertaining to Basic Fun! This includes packaging and marketing submissions as well.
• Manage and maintain the interaction with Licensor's approval systems & software, as well as Basic Fun!'s internal approvals system
• Responsible for coordination for Licensor production samples, as per contract.
• Oversee and manage the preparation, execution, and timely and accurate filing of all license applications in all jurisdictions where the Company conducts business, or as is otherwise required.
• Work with the Senior Manager of Licensing to ensure the timely and accurate completion and submission of license applications, as well as responses to follow up requests from regulatory agencies.
• Provide regular updates to the Senior Vice President of Global Licensing & Marketing and Senior Manger of Licensing to assist with and monitor licensing applications and renewals.
• Provide support to the Creative Services, Product Development, and Marketing Teams regarding Licensor Style Guides and Assets requests and on-line access to Licensor asset portals.
• Maintain absolute custody, control, and confidentiality of all information encountered during the course of work.
• Provide support to a cross-functional team responsible of responding to Licensor Audits, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the Sr. Vice President of Global Licensing & Marketing and Senior Manager of Licensing.
• Full-time on-site position located at our company's headquarter offices in Boca Raton, Florida.

We believe strongly in the philosophy that we are Better Together and that the collaboration and teamwork of being with each other in the office supports our culture the best. For this reason, we work in the office Monday through Thursday. We have chosen Friday as our weekly remote workday as we believe it to be the day that is most beneficial and effective for Basic Fun! and our employees.

Skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in presentation creation including PowerPoint.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products including high level skill in Excel, especially Pivot Tables and V-Lookups.
• Have a curious and creative attitude and demonstrate creative problem-solving skills around consumers' needs.
• Ability to be highly functional with minimal direction.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines.
• Is obsessed with accuracy and pays great attention to detail.
• Highly organized, self-motivator, proactive, and works independently.
• Our office is in-person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from home on Friday.

We believe strongly in the philosophy that we are Better Together and that the collaboration and teamwork of being with each other in the office supports our culture the best. For this reason, we work in the office Monday through Thursday. We have chosen Friday as our weekly remote workday as we thought it would be the day most beneficial and effective for Basic Fun! and our employees.

OUR CORE VALUES!

• We Love Delivering WOW!
• Act with Integrity and Do the Right Thing.
• Inspire Passion for Creativity and Innovation.
• Be Disciplined to Create Lasting Impact.
• Play, Have Fun and Laugh Together.
• Embrace Humility.
• Pursue Growth and Learning.
• Hustle and Act with a Sense of Urgency.
• Commit to Excellence.
• Gratitude Keeps Us Grounded.

Basic Fun! is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud of our inclusive culture.

You must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the United States.

Local Candidates Only - Relocation is Not Available for this position.

Please, no external recruiters.