Director, Business Affairs
Sony Pictures
Culver City, CAThis was removed by the employer on 1/24/2018 11:50:00 AM PST
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Director, Business Affairs
Director, U.S. Business Affairs
Responsible for negotiating and drafting production agreements with writers, producers, performers, directors, television networks, co-production entities and other television-related personnel and service providers on behalf of Sony Pictures Television and its related companies. Productions include scripted and non-scripted network, cable and first-run syndicated television programming as well as animation and daytime programming. Also, responsible for implementing and administering the business policies and procedures for SPT.
Works with Creative, Production, Finance and Legal Affairs departments to provide information, business advice and consultation services on a regular basis. Involved in analyzing business and legal issues related to productions, as well as reviewing budgets and other financial information.
Candidates should have a JD degree and substantial experience working in a television business affairs department, legal affairs department and/or entertainment law firm. Candidates should also have extensive experience negotiating and drafting television production agreements as well related experience with television business issues. Experience with unscripted, reality and first-run syndication projects is also strongly preferred.
Requirements: 5-10 years of experience in Business and/or Legal Affairs; strong drafting, negotiation and organizational skills; at least 5 years of experience drafting and negotiating all manner of contracts for domestic development and production deals for television series; familiarity with production clearance issues and ability to handle copyright and trademark matters; working familiarity with distribution-related and/or acquisition agreements; excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; presentation skills; professional individual who can build strong relationships, both internally and externally, and is able to comfortably interact with all levels of employees. JD required.
*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
* Sony Pictures - CA - Culver City Area & Studios