Associate Corporate Counsel - Studios Development
Amazon Studios
Santa Monica, CAThis was removed by the employer on 6/20/2019 10:32:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
This attorney will manage development legal affairs for Amazon's scripted television programming in Santa Monica. This role will work closely with Amazon Studios' TV business teams, including creative development, business affairs, production, marketing, and publicity.
Responsibilities
include:
• Structuring, drafting, and negotiating film acquisition, rights option, acquisition, writer, producer, director, talent, production services, and co-production agreements
• Evaluating rights issues and confirming chain of title,
• Analyzing and interpreting contracts and providing thoughtful legal advice to clients on potential risks and issues involving intellectual property, digital media, and regulatory compliance matters
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• 3 years of development legal experience (with at least two years at a law firm)
• Juris Doctor and membership in good standing in at least one state bar is required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• A mix of law firm and in-house experience
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment even in ambiguous situations
• Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical and computer skills
• Common sense, great judgment, and a good sense of humor
Amazon is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority / Women / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation / Age