Markus J. Saks
About Markus J. Saks
Markus J. Saks is a professional in Business and Legal Affairs, currently working at Boat Rocker Media in Toronto, Ontario. He has over a decade of experience in contract administration and copyright licensing, having previously held positions at Entertainment One and CMRRA.
Work at Boat Rocker Media
Markus J. Saks has been employed at Boat Rocker Media since 2021, where he holds the position of Business & Legal Affairs. His role involves managing legal and business matters related to the company's television projects. Based in Toronto, Ontario, he has contributed to the company's operations for three years.
Previous Experience at Entertainment One
Prior to joining Boat Rocker Media, Markus J. Saks worked at Entertainment One for a total of ten years. He served as Manager of Contract Administration in Business & Legal Affairs for five years from 2011 to 2016. He then advanced to the role of Senior Manager in the same department, where he continued for another five years until 2021. His work at Entertainment One focused on television-related contracts and legal affairs.
Career Background in Copyright and Licensing
Markus J. Saks began his career in the music industry, working at CMRRA as an Agent in Copyright, Licensing, and Royalties from 2004 to 2009. This position involved managing copyright-related matters and licensing agreements. He also worked at BMG Music as a Coordinator in Artist Marketing from 2001 to 2003, where he supported marketing efforts for various artists.
Education and Expertise
Markus J. Saks studied at York University, where he focused on Anthropology from 1999 to 2001. He later attended the Harris Institute for the Arts, achieving a degree in Recording Arts Management from 2001 to 2002. His educational background provides a foundation for his work in business and legal affairs within the entertainment industry.