Senior Counsel
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc
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EPIX, an MGM Company, is seeking a Senior Counsel who will provide business and legal affairs support to EPIX, a premium pay television network that is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM and delivers the latest movie releases and biggest classic film franchises, plus original programming including series, documentaries, and specials--all available on television, on demand, online, and across devices.
The Senior Counsel will be a generalist and responsible for providing business and legal affairs support to a variety of business groups at EPIX.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Negotiate and draft a variety of agreements, including vendor agreements, marketing services agreements, creative services agreements, PR agreements, film acquisition agreements, consulting agreements and music licenses
* Primarily support and counsel the marketing, PR, creative services, digital and film acquisitions business teams
* Negotiate and draft agreements for marketing and advertising campaigns
* Review and provide clearance support for EPIX marketing materials, for both on-air and off-air use
* Assist in managing rights across acquired and original programming
* Provide advice and practical recommendations to business executives by balancing legal analysis and business objectives
SKILL REQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
* J.D. degree, admitted in New York or California
* 5-7 years of experience at a law firm handling entertainment matters and/or business/legal affairs position at a network, studio or entertainment company (specific experience in television and/or digital media is preferred)
* Relevant experience and familiarity with the television, film and digital media industries
* Excellent negotiating, drafting, and analytical skills
* Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to communicate effectively with senior management and across the company
* Highly organized with strong attention to detail, ability to multi-task, and ability to work well in a fast paced environment
* Ability to understand business priorities and respond quickly and effectively to client concerns, questions and issues
* Team player with strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders across the company