Business Affairs Associate
Crunchyroll
Los Angeles, CAThis is a Full Time Job
About the role
As the Business Affairs Associate I, you will review, negotiate, and draft business terms, and manage agreements with domestic and international licensees for our Consumer Products team. You will strategically negotiate and review agreements by balancing appropriate financial terms, legal risks, and business risks. You will work in partnership with our Consumer Products Group, as well as Legal, Finance, and other global stakeholders, to license merchandising rights for our content to domestic and international licensees.
• You will draft and negotiate merchandise licensing agreements with domestic/international licensees.
• You will work closely with the Consumer Products Team and Legal Team to ensure that all negotiated terms and requirements are reflected in the agreement, and that all licensee activities and brand representation align with what has been granted and approved by the IP holders in Japan.
• You will escalate any unusual or high-risk provisions to internal departments, including the Consumer Products Group, the Content Team, Legal, Finance, and international affiliate companies.
• You will maintain an organized system for tracking deal terms and update negotiation statuses within our internal tracking systems.
• You will provide general business affairs support in a rapidly changing business environment.
• You will document, innovate, and adapt standard operating procedures on a continual basis.
In the role of Business Affairs Associate I, you will report to the VP, Business Affairs.
We are considering applicants for the location of Los Angeles, CA.
About You
We get excited about candidates, like you, because...
• 3 years of experience with licensing and business affairs experience in an international setup, preferably in the animation, entertainment, consumer products, content licensing, or video game industry.
• Experience drafting deal terms and interpreting licensing agreements.
• Experience negotiating rights and analyzing risk regarding business affairs contracts and licenses.
• Experience managing licensing content and IPs.
• Experience with project management and related project management tools.
• Passion for Anime, Japanese culture, and the Entertainment industry, with an understanding of Japanese business culture.
Salary/Benefits
$38.17 - $40.86 /hour USD
Actual pay will vary based on factors including location, experience, and performance.
Benefits
• Performance bonuses
• Employer matched retirement savings
• Time-off programs
• Progressive health benefits
Additional Information
Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community, serving over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200 countries and territories. The company connects fans with the stories and characters they crave through various channels, including streaming video, theatrical releases, games, merchandise, and events. Crunchyroll is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan's Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both part of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. The company is committed to fostering a sense of belonging and values diversity and inclusion as integral to its mission.
