Droga5 Business Affairs Manager

Job Summary

The Business Affairs Manager manages the production, legal, business and financial aspects of film, radio, print and interactive productions for assigned clients. The Business Affairs Manager works in lockstep with the producer to handle productions from creative concepting through final client billing.

Job Responsibilities

• Review creative decks and scripts for potential legal issues, including clearance and licensing of third-party content, talent, music, etc.
• Review production company bids and prepare formal production estimates for client approval
• Prepare vendor production agreements; negotiate revisions and liaise with Legal as necessary
• Secure wrap-up insurance for productions
• Handle talent procurement and prepare talent agreements, including standard SAG, non-union and print model agreements
• Conduct preliminary trademark searches
• Work closely with Legal to address potential production liabilities and create solutions for agency and client
• Handle third-party clearances and licensing (including music, stock images, software, etc.) necessary for production
• Facilitate invoice approvals and payment
• Aid producers in closing production jobs for final billing
• Track and maintain meticulous records for all productions

Basic Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience in an agency or related business affairs/legal department

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent training and/or experience
• Knowledge and understanding of SAG Commercials Contract as well as other performance unions
• Understanding of talent engagement both in the US and abroad
• Strong negotiating skills
• Willingness to learn new skills, systems and information
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while managing urgent deadlines
• Strong organizational and communication skills and ability to interact with various departments within the agency
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage own workload
• Legal experience or degree ideal

Pay

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

Benefits

We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 08/02/2026. Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

• U.S. Employee Benefits | Accenture

Role Location

• New York City, NY

Annual Salary Range

• New York City, NY: $80,200 to $168,000

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