Recruiter
Beverly Hills, CA
Transactional Entertainment Attorney ? Film & Television
Attorney
1-20 yrs required
Full-time
No
A law firm is seeking a Transactional Entertainment Associate with a strong foundation in scripted television and film deal-making. This position is ideal for a legal professional with hands-on experience negotiating and structuring industry agreements. The role involves working with top-tier creative talent, including acclaimed writers, directors, actors, and producers while navigating complex negotiations with production companies, studios, and networks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handle High-Level Transactions: Structure, draft, and negotiate contracts for scripted television and film projects.
- Represent Talent in the Industry: Advocate for award-winning creatives in their negotiations with major entertainment entities.
- Navigate Deal-Making with Studios & Production Companies: Collaborate with industry leaders to ensure favorable contract terms and protect clients’ interests.
- Manage a Variety of Agreements: Oversee talent agreements, production deals, rights acquisitions, and other key transactions in the entertainment sector.
- Provide Strategic Legal Counsel: Advise clients on the nuances of entertainment law, deal structures, and industry trends.
Required Qualifications:
- Industry-Specific Experience: 2 to 10 years of dedicated experience handling scripted entertainment transactions in film and television.
- Proven Background in Entertainment Law: Prior work at an established entertainment law firm, studio, or comparable setting is required.
- Expertise in Deal Structuring & Negotiation: Must have direct, hands-on involvement in entertainment transactions—not litigation, general corporate law, or attorneys looking to transition into entertainment.
- Los Angeles-Based: Must reside in Los Angeles, CA to engage effectively with industry stakeholders.
- Academic Excellence & Licensure: Strong academic credentials and an active California Bar membership are required.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Retirement Planning: 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Health & Wellness Coverage: Contributions toward health and dental insurance.
- Disability Protection: Coverage to provide financial security.
Location:
- Beverly Hills, CA—working at the heart of the entertainment industry.
This is a rare opportunity to join a prestigious entertainment law firm and engage in real, high-stakes deal-making with major studios and top creative talent.
