Position Summary: GRB Media Ranch, a leading, Emmy award-winning producer and distributor of multi-media content for over 30 years, is looking for an experienced attorney to handle its Business & Legal Affairs. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing legal matters for the company, including business affairs and legal work with respect to content acquisition, international distribution contracts and general corporate and human resources. The incumbent must be able to assess risks, advise senior executives and manage Business & Legal Affairs activities.
This is a part-time position that carries full Company benefits.
Responsibilities:
· Manage business affairs and legal matters with respect to GRBMR’s content acquisitions, international content licenses, general corporate and HR, development slate, and productions.
· Negotiate and draft agreements with networks, producers, rightsholders, distributors and licensees, and talent, including license, rights acquisition, shopping, option, production services, co-production, finance and talent services agreements.
· Advise GRBMR senior executives and other employees on issues relating to deal structuring, risk and risk mitigation strategy and corporate policy.
· Manage GRBMR’s intellectual property portfolio and corporate entities and ensure that all registrations are maintained, and corporate formalities are met.
Key Qualifications:
· Juris Doctor (JD) from an A.B.A. accredited law school and membership in good standing to the California or another state bar.
· At least 3-5 years experience working in television business affairs, legal affairs and/or production legal for a television network or studio, or for a recognized production company or entertainment law firm.
· Demonstrated experience with respect to negotiating and drafting all manner of contracts related to international licensing, acquisition and co-production, television development, production.
· Strong legal acumen with the ability to demonstrate sound judgment.
· Working knowledge of the entertainment business.
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with proven ability advising senior executives and managing junior team members.
· Ability to devise and execute policies and risk mitigation strategies.
· Collaborative style with proven record of building strong relationships, both internally and externally at all levels.
· Strong relationships with producers, executives, agents, attorneys and network representatives is a plus.
This is approximately a 10-15 hour/week part-time position with a competitive salary and generous benefits, including, health, dental, 401(K), paid vacation, and holidays. Compensation is in the $125,000 annual range, and title will be determinate upon the candidate’s experience.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to gbenz@grbtv.com
GRB Media Ranch is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodation needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process.
We thank everyone for their interest but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
