Skydance Media
Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs
Skydance Media, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
If you are passionate about making movies and television, Skydance is the place for you! Our creative divisions are led by industry veterans that put audience above all else when it comes to our storytelling approach. At Skydance, we embrace visionary artists and cutting-edge technology to create event-level entertainment. With the benefit of powerful distribution partnerships – Paramount Pictures, Tencent, Netflix, Prime Video, Apple TV+, and other top tier studios – our premium content can reach billions of consumers around the world.Our corporate headquarters is in Santa Monica, where we strive to create a collaborative environment, is the center for all our film and television teams. Other departments include production, marketing, business affairs, finance, human resources, and operations. Whether you are a seasoned executive or an assistant just starting out, everyone is valued on the Skydance team!The position of Counsel of Business & Legal Affairs is responsible for negotiating and structuring development, production, rights acquisition, and other agreements for Skydance’s theatrical feature film Business & Legal Affairs group. This executive position demands excellent negotiation and business acumen, a strong legal background, a proven track record in the film/entertainment industry, an entrepreneurial spirit, and deep collaboration within the team and cross-functionally.Responsibilities
Negotiate and structure deals and agreements in all phases of development, packaging, production, and other facets of Skydance’s feature film business, including above-the-line talent (actor, writer, director, producer, etc.), underlying rights, partnership, and production services dealsCollaborate and consult with, advise, and guide senior management, producers, and other departments (including Creative, Physical Production, Marketing, and Finance)Review project budgets and other financial documentsHelp evaluate business and legal policies and best practices in the purview of the Business & Legal Affairs department and streamline related operations and processesMaintain awareness of recent developments in the law, technology, and industry trends as they relate to the development, production, and distribution of contentGuide risk management and legal disputes related to feature film development, production, and/or exploitation (including intellectual property matters), in conjunction with senior members of the Business & Legal Affairs team, Corporate Legal, and external counsel as appropriate, to achieve optimal resolutionExecute ad hoc feature film Business & Legal Affairs affairs functions as neededRequirements
JD degree from an accredited law schoolMember in good standing of the State Bar of California (or another state)Outstanding academic credentialsMinimum of five (5) years in Legal/Business Affairs at a studio or major entertainment law firm, with focus on theatrical featuresExcellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skillsBroad exposure to legal issues in the feature film business (intellectual property, contracts, industry practices, etc.)Ability to work in partnership with other departments and divisions of the company and to contribute to a collaborative work environment and cultureStrong organizational skills and attention to detailDeftness in managing and progressing multiple deals, projects, and prioritiesHigh performance and time management under intense deadlines and other time pressuresThe salary range for this position in Los Angeles, California is $150,000 – $175,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
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Negotiate and structure deals and agreements in all phases of development, packaging, production, and other facets of Skydance’s feature film business, including above-the-line talent (actor, writer, director, producer, etc.), underlying rights, partnership, and production services dealsCollaborate and consult with, advise, and guide senior management, producers, and other departments (including Creative, Physical Production, Marketing, and Finance)Review project budgets and other financial documentsHelp evaluate business and legal policies and best practices in the purview of the Business & Legal Affairs department and streamline related operations and processesMaintain awareness of recent developments in the law, technology, and industry trends as they relate to the development, production, and distribution of contentGuide risk management and legal disputes related to feature film development, production, and/or exploitation (including intellectual property matters), in conjunction with senior members of the Business & Legal Affairs team, Corporate Legal, and external counsel as appropriate, to achieve optimal resolutionExecute ad hoc feature film Business & Legal Affairs affairs functions as neededRequirements
JD degree from an accredited law schoolMember in good standing of the State Bar of California (or another state)Outstanding academic credentialsMinimum of five (5) years in Legal/Business Affairs at a studio or major entertainment law firm, with focus on theatrical featuresExcellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skillsBroad exposure to legal issues in the feature film business (intellectual property, contracts, industry practices, etc.)Ability to work in partnership with other departments and divisions of the company and to contribute to a collaborative work environment and cultureStrong organizational skills and attention to detailDeftness in managing and progressing multiple deals, projects, and prioritiesHigh performance and time management under intense deadlines and other time pressuresThe salary range for this position in Los Angeles, California is $150,000 – $175,000. The salary offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
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