Attorney - FX Networks, Production Legal Affairs

Disney Entertainment • Burbank, CA • 3h ago

** This role sits in Burbank, CA, and this person is required to be on-site 4 days/ week

About the Role & Team**

FX Networks is searching for a lawyer to work in the role of Attorney who will provide support in structuring, negotiating, drafting and advising on deals relating to the development and production of television programming.

What You Will Do:

Provide direction and guidance in connection with all legal issues related to the development and production of original content.

Draft, review and negotiate agreements for the development and production of original live action and animated programming for exhibition on FX Networks.

Analyze and research chain of title and other rights issues in connection with existing intellectual property.

Provide guidance on basic intellectual property matters, claims, clearances, and other matters arising out of the day-to-day operations of a large television studio to Business Affairs, Creative, Production and other internal clients.

Prepare nudity/simulated sex riders, guest talent riders and other documents.

Liaise with internal business and creative clients, legal department contacts and other advisory departments within the company (Labor, Tax, Intellectual Property, etc.) as well as external talent attorneys and agents.

Create, update, analyze, and manage forms and legal documents.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

A minimum of 1+ years of experience.

Experience at a television network or studio and/or familiarity with production legal issues preferred, but not required.

Strong ability to work independently and to contribute positively as a collaborative member of a team, with a strong commitment to curiosity, learning, and excellence.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, discretion and sound judgment.

Strong drafting, organization and time management skills and attention to detail.

Ability to identify and analyze legal issues and propose solutions and strategies for resolution.

Excellent work ethic and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build professional, interdepartmental relationships at multiple levels.

Desire to develop an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the television and streaming industry.

Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines/deliverables.

Education

J.D. and admission to California State Bar in good standing (or willingness and qualification to be a Registered In-House Counsel)

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $119,700.00 to $ 154,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job ID: 10155030

Location: Burbank,California

Job Posting Company: FX Networks

The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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