Director, Business Affairs Theatrical Motion Pictures
Paramount · Los Angeles, CA · 4 days ago
On-siteLegal$135k–$209k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Support business affairs activities across Paramount's theatrical motion picture development and production slate.
- Structure, negotiate, and administer agreements involving actors, writers, producers, directors, production companies, and other above-the-line talent.
- Aid in negotiating rights acquisitions, option agreements, shopping agreements, and other development-related transactions.
- Prepare deal analyses and advise on talent compensation, contingent compensation, participation structures, credits, and approvals.
- Work closely with the EVP, Business Affairs and other senior business affairs executives on complex negotiations and strategic transactions.
- Collaborate with Creative, Production, Legal Affairs, Finance, Labor Relations, and other departments to facilitate project development and production.
- Review and interpret guild agreements and industry standards, including SAG-AFTRA, WGA, and DGA requirements.
- Manage multiple projects and negotiations simultaneously while ensuring timely execution of agreements and business objectives.
- Maintain strong relationships with agents, managers, attorneys, producers, and other industry representatives.
Requirements
- 7–12 years of Business and Legal Affairs experience at a major motion picture studio, television studio, production company, entertainment law firm, or comparable entertainment organization.
- J.D. required.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating and drafting talent and rights agreements for film, television, or other entertainment content.
- Strong understanding of entertainment industry deal structures, talent compensation, contingent compensation, and guild requirements.
- Excellent negotiation, drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Basic qualifications include a J.D. and 7–12 years of relevant experience.
Skills
- Negotiation and Deal Making
- Contract Drafting and Analysis
- Strategic Thinking
- Relationship Management
- Attention to Detail
- Business and Financial Acumen
- Collaboration and Communication
Benefits
- Hiring Salary Range: $135,000.00 - 208,800.00.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program, and PTO.
- Bonus eligibility.