Intellectual Property Analyst

This is a Full Time Job

THE OPPORTUNITY

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Netflix is seeking an Analyst to join the Intellectual Property team and help manage copyright registrations and recordations related to our series and films, as well as screenplays and other owned IP. As a member of the IP team, you will support vital components of our intellectual property practice and be an integral resource for Netflix's business and production teams. Your expert eye for detail and exceptional organizational talents mean that you excel at quickly piecing together the jigsaw puzzle of a complex copyright situation. You think outside the box, challenge long-standing assumptions, and look for opportunities to innovate. You are adept at pragmatically analyzing risk, and you confidently communicate across all levels of the business. The successful candidate will be one who loves working in an environment where freedom and responsibility are tenets and passion and curiosity are mandates. The role is ideal for someone who is comfortable in a constantly changing environment.

The position is based in Los Angeles.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

Responsibilities include:

Copyright Registration and Recordation:
• Manage the filings of content-related documents with the US Copyright
• Office.
• Manage the registration of series episodes and films with the US and Canadian Copyright Offices.
• Complete various other filings as needed, including pre-registrations, registrations of various underlying works (eg comic books and screenplays), and music.

Document and Cost Tracking:
• Track all filing documentation and associated costs.
• Manage and update various internal spreadsheets and trackers.
• Assure all official documentation is uploaded into the appropriate document management systems.

Rights Research and Management:
• Review the chain of title to confirm rights ownership.
• Assist with ordering and reviewing Copyright Reports.

Internal and Cross-Functional Support:
• Manage high-level strategic planning and projects.
• Conduct research and provide analysis and data to various teams, including enforcement, music, and litigation.
• Implement efficient workflows, as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience with copyright registration and recordation.
• Five years prior experience in a business affairs and/or legal setting.
• Ability to multitask and maintain an unwavering attention to detail.
• High level of organization and self-motivation.
• Tech­-savvy, including proficiency with cloud­-based document and database systems.
• Clear and concise communication skills, strong judgment and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight timeframes in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to think practically and be solution-oriented.
• Curiosity and willingness to take on additional projects and tackle matters outside areas of expertise.
• Actively seeks feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement; asks what they can do better.
• Flexibility, including the ability to work effectively and collaborate cross-functionally with people having diverse viewpoints and interests.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Law firm or in-house paralegal experience preferred.
• Entertainment and/or IP experience is desired.
• Experience reviewing chain of title documents preferred.
• Understanding of or curiosity about how filmed entertainment is developed and produced is desired.