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Legendary Entertainment · 2 months ago

Vice President, Legal / Business Affairs Administration

Burbank,CA,US

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$180K/yr - $230K/yr

10+ years exp

Legendary Entertainment is a leading media company with divisions in film, television, digital media, and comics. They are seeking an experienced Vice President, Film Business & Legal Affairs to provide critical business and legal support across the lifecycle of feature film projects, including development, production, and distribution.

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Responsibilities

Negotiate and structure key agreements across film development, production, and distribution, including talent, financing, co-financing, and distribution deals

Draft and finalize contracts to align with the studio’s creative and financial objectives

Provide strategic legal and business affairs guidance, ensuring deals are structured effectively to support company goals

Collaborate with internal teams, including creative, production, marketing, finance, and distribution, to address legal and business issues and drive successful project execution

Analyze legal risks, ensure compliance with industry regulations, and develop solutions to mitigate potential challenges

Partner with external stakeholders, including talent representatives, studios, and financiers, to facilitate deal execution

Support the Business & Legal Affairs team by contributing to overall strategy and deal efficiency

Qualification

JD from top-tier law schoolCalifornia Bar admission10 years legal experienceClosing dealsNegotiatingIntellectual property knowledgeDraftingAnalytical skillsResults-driven mindsetCollaboration skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills