Director, Business Affairs
NBC Universal
Universal City, CAThis was removed by the employer on 2/24/2022 4:32:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Responsibilities
Job Purpose:
The Director, Business Affairs will be primarily responsible for negotiating script development, series, writer/producer and other talent related agreements on behalf of Universal Studio Group in connection with unscripted programming, including, but not limited to, negotiations related to the following: development agreements; license agreements; co-production agreements; producer, performer and other talent deals; co-productions; product integrations; music and digital media. This individual will report to the VP, Business Affairs.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Handle the day-to-day business affairs issues for current alternative programming on air on broadcast, cable, and SVOD networks.
• Interface and coordinate with the following departments: creative, programming, production, ad sales, legal, promotions, public relations, finance, music, distribution, marketing, network operations, affiliate relations, and digital media.
• Negotiate development deals, series license agreements, co-production agreements, producer, performer and other talent deals in connection with the development and series production of alternative programming for Universal Studio Group including third-party transactions.
• Review budgets and other financial data associated with the development and production of such programming.
• Draft short-form deal memos, reviewing agreements for accuracy of terms negotiated and coordinating the processing of invoices based on required contractual obligations of payment authorizations.
Qualifications
/Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transaction or entertainment matters
• Juris Doctorate (JD), Bar Admission
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
Eligibility Requirements:
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
Desired Characteristics
Desired Characteristics:
• Prior experience negotiating development and series related agreements (i.e., license agreements, co-production and talent agreements) for alterative programming.
• Strong and effective negotiating skills and excellent drafting skills.
• Detailed oriented and demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Demonstrated experience and willingness to perform at a high level as a team player.
• Working knowledge of the SAG, WGA and DGA basic agreements and the AFTRA Code.
• Network experience a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced in-house environment.
• Good overall business judgment and self-confidence.
• Superior organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to execute and follow-through.
• Demonstrated initiative; self-starter and accountable.
• Demonstrated ability to assume greater responsibility as circumstances dictate.