United Talent Agency · 3 days ago
Director, Contract Optimization & Risk Evaluation
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expUnited Talent Agency (UTA) is a leading global entertainment company that represents iconic artists and creators. They are seeking a Director for their Contract Optimization & Risk Evaluation Team to provide strategic advisory services, optimize contracts, and drive growth by leveraging industry knowledge and legal expertise.
Digital EntertainmentDigital MediaGaming
Responsibilities
Serve as an advisor to in-house client legal teams on complex media buying, creative, production, and distribution agreements
Manage workflow and communication across all contract lifecycle stages
Work collaboratively with legal, procurement, media, advertising, and marketing teams to guide negotiations and drive outcomes
Lead teams of consultants and legal experts in conducting current-state evaluations and research across client organizations
Analyze cross-functional workflows and stakeholder roles to identify critical touchpoints that impact contract negotiations and outcomes
Prepare comprehensive assessments of risk profiles, compliance issues, and associated financial implications and synthesize findings into actionable insights to inform contract inputs, risk assessment, and optimization strategies
Apply best-in-class contracting methodologies to shepherd brand and media strategies
Identify emerging risks including those related to artificial intelligence, regulatory changes, and industry dynamics
Lead improvements and innovations across media and creative agency engagements, platform agreements, technology partnerships, and media vendor relationships
Guide contract negotiations and escalate complex legal and technical issues to stakeholders
Advise on advertising industry trends and negotiation strategies
Support oversight of agreements representing significant annual media buying commitments
Conduct compliance reviews of existing contracts with extensive research and statistical analysis
Provide input and support to key client business functions on ongoing contract administration
Maintain internal client files and update legal resources as needed
Conduct training sessions on contracting processes and contract terms for client business teams, equipping on-the-ground teams with knowledge to lead scoping presentations and ensure ongoing compliance
Craft thought-leadership pieces for internal and external distribution on critical topics including transparency in media and advertising ecosystems, guild issues and their impact on commercial contracts, artificial intelligence risk mitigation strategies, and advertising agency master service agreement trends
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related discipline from an accredited university or college
Paralegal certification
5+ years in media & marketing, including experience in digital with data operations/infrastructure
2+ years in legal affairs, contract administration, or equivalent contract-focused role
Experience with large-scale media and advertising agreements
Demonstrated ability to lead teams in contract analysis and risk assessment
Track record of developing and applying contracting methodologies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Experience with data governance and omni-channel media
Knowledge of global agency partnerships and international contracts
Proven ability to navigate complex legal and business challenges
Leadership capability and team management experience
Industry acumen regarding media buying, creative production, advertising, and technology partnerships
Ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business insights
Preferred
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
Experience in digital with data operations/infrastructure
Benefits
The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies
Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
The opportunity to do the best work of your career
Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
Competitive programs to support your well-being
Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow
Company
United Talent Agency
United Talent Agency is a talent and literary agency representing actors, writers, directors, producers, recording artists and more.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
EQT
2022-07-18Secondary Market
2018-08-07Series Unknown
Leadership Team
David Kramer
Chief Executive Officer
Claudia Russo
Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications
Recent News
2025-12-03
The Hollywood Reporter
2025-11-19
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