Associate Corporate Counsel, Content

Audible

Newark, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Attorney, Business Strategy, Content Acquisition, Contract Negotiation, Film, Finance, Legal, Legal Support Skills, License Agreements, Talent Management, Time Management, Trademarks
LOCATION
Newark, NJ
POSTED
2 days ago

ABOUT THIS ROLE We're seeking a driven and creative Associate Corporate Counsel to join our legal team supporting all sectors of our business with a heavy emphasis on supporting our Content organization. This role reports to the Head of Content Legal Affairs.RESPONSIBILITIES Work closely with business affairs, creative teams, finance and other cross‑functional stakeholders at Audible/Amazon, providing day‑to‑day legal input on business and strategy as well as serving as primary legal support for all aspects of content acquisition, production, and distributionDevelop strategies for handling legal issues in creative and business‑centric waysStructure, draft and negotiate agreements for audiobook and original content rights acquisition, development, production, distribution and TV/film derivatives including license and distribution agreements, production service agreements, development agreements, talent agreements, option purchase agreements, producer agreements, etc.Provide analysis and advice on rights‑related issues including copyright, trademark, defamation, and rights of publicity and privacyAct as production counsel for new productions, collaborating closely with producers and production personnel to address time‑sensitive production‑related inquiries and ensure timely and cost‑effective productionsAssist with the development of forms, processes, and policiesQUALIFICATIONS 2+ years of legal experienceJuris Doctor and membership in one state bar or equivalentExperience practicing law as a transactional attorney, including experience with entertainment rights‑related questions or considerations#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

A

Audible