Associate Corporate Counsel - TV Production
Amazon Studios
Santa Monica, CAThis was removed by the employer on 4/17/2019 12:32:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Amazon Studios is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join the TV group in Santa Monica. This attorney will be responsible for all production legal matters for Amazon's non-scripted and scripted television programming.
Responsibilities include:
• Structuring, drafting, and negotiating production services and above-the-line talent agreements for actors, writers, producers, and directors
• Structuring productions to maximize production incentives
• Vetting scripts and cuts for copyright, trademark and defamation issues
• Overseeing production counsel and advising on day-to-day production issues (including music, guild, clearance, and S&P)
• Partnering with Amazon's creative and production teams and directly engaging with talent and directors
• Analyzing and interpreting contracts and providing thoughtful legal advice on potential risks and issues in a wide range of legal areas, including intellectual property, guild issues, and content regulations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• 3 years of production 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