Entertainment and New Media Attorney in Beverly Hills, CA

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VP/SVP - Television Business and Legal Affairs Executive The candidate will analyze deal opportunities and formulate business strategies with respect to various scripted television development and production matters. Structure, negotiate and draft a high volume of scripted development and production agreements, including license agreements, executive producer agreements, writer agreements, director agreements, rights agreements and talent/test option agreements. Oversee production legal for various productions, working with a broad range of in-house personnel (e.g., creative, production, etc.). Develop and suggest policies and parameters in connection with various business practices. Advise senior management in connection with deal strategies and complex business and legal matters. Maintain relationships with key agencies, managers, and attorneys in the entertainment community. Must have 7+ years’ prior experience at an entertainment law firm and/or major media entertainment company with substantial experience in scripted television development and production. Should have extensive and in-depth knowledge of negotiating and documenting entertainment scripted transactions with an ability to operate independently with minimal supervision. Must be detailed oriented and possess superior negotiation, drafting, organizational and time management skills. Must have solid working knowledge of guild and union issues and various entertainment industry customs and practices. Must have JD degree from top tier law school. Should have admission to the California State Bar.

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