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Walmart Canada · 2 weeks ago

(USA) Senior Manager, Creative- Business Affairs

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Walmart Canada is seeking a Senior Manager, Creative Business Affairs to support their business affairs team in driving creative and brand success. The role involves developing processes to enhance creative operations, managing risks, and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with advertising laws and regulations.

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Responsibilities

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Finance, Procurement, Marketing Legal, Agency Relations, Media, Creative, and Marketing leads

Analyze deal opportunities and formulate business strategies related to talent and production matters

Monitor industry regulations and legal requirements relevant to advertising and marketing practices, advising the team on compliance matters

Support music and intellectual property licensing workstreams, including ideation and negotiation

Draft and negotiate talent and licensing contracts based on Walmart-approved specifications and ensure all contractual obligations are met

Manage and draft contract templates for production needs (e.g. photographer, materials release)

Manage, maintain, and foster relationships with key agencies, representatives, and attorneys in the entertainment community

Identify potential risks in marketing and advertising strategies, develop mitigation plans, and ensure adherence to internal policies and guidelines

Advise and set operational standards and guidelines for AI tools in creative and production workstreams

Manage urgent deadlines and a variety of complex projects while remaining solution-oriented and detail-focused

Operate comfortably in a highly creative, flexible, and nimble environment

Deliver timely, effective, and strategic business affairs advice that aligns with evolving legal and regulatory expectations

Prepare and present regular reports to senior management regarding business affairs activities and compliance issues

Collaborate with a team of business affairs professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability

Qualification

Business AffairsContract NegotiationAdvertising LawDigital MarketingProduction ProcessesEmerging TechnologiesAttention to DetailStrategic ThinkingCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

7+ years of experience in business affairs, legal, or compliance roles within the advertising and marketing industry with a proven track record of negotiating contracts and managing complex agreements

Strong understanding of advertising laws, regulations, and industry standards

Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficient in contract management and production budgeting software and tools

Experience with social networking, platform integrations, publishing platforms, broadcast, and new media

Meticulous attention to detail in reviewing reports and contracts to ensure accuracy and compliance

Ability to think strategically and provide sound business advice while balancing creative needs

Knowledge of digital marketing, media buying, and production processes

Familiarity with AICP Guidelines and union and non-union work (SAG-AFTRA, AFM, IATSE), branded partnerships, interactive, and/or social landscapes

Experience with emerging technologies and platforms such as augmented reality, virtual reality, gaming, Web3, AI, avatars, etc

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school; active member in good standing of a state bar

Bachelor's degree in Design, Marketing, Creative Writing, Advertising, Fine Arts, or related field and 3 years' experience in editorial content management or related field OR 5 years' experience in editorial content management or related field