Junior to Mid-Level Entertainment Attorney

Our client, a boutique media and entertainment law firm based in New York City, is currently seeking a junior to mid-level entertainment attorney.

The estimated base salary range of this position is $143,000 - $170,000 and may vary depending on experience and other factors. The role is eligible for benefits, 401(k) contribution, client origination participation and discretionary bonus.

Overview:

This position primarily will support the firm’s production business affairs & transactional work across documentary, podcast, film and TV clients. The firm support clients at every stage of business development, from advising in a business affairs capacity and negotiating deals, to clearing content for release, managing disputes and defending claims. Clients rely on the firm’s ability to negotiate and paper deals efficiently, close negotiations with momentum and manage them in a manner that incentivizes all parties and sets a productive tone for the creative relationship to follow.

Qualifications:

2+ years of transactional experience at a law firm;
JD from an ABA-accredited law school;
Active license to practice law in New York and/or California;
Ability to understand the position's responsibility, a commitment to being an integral and active member of the firm, and an interest in personal and business development;
Keen interest in the entertainment industry and related news and developments;
Business & legal affairs experience related to content development, production, distribution and financing;
Experience negotiating and drafting documentary/film/tv/podcast production agreements (e.g. option/purchase, first look, development, shopping, above-the-line, co-production, production services and host agreements and releases), financing and distribution agreements (including podcast ad-sales agreements);
Familiarity with SAG/AFTRA, WGA, and DGA guild agreements;
Ability to manage multiple high-volume clients simultaneously and help clients track and maintain deal flow.

All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.