Legal/Business Affairs

Legal/Business Affairs

Burbank, CA (Hybrid - 3-days on-site)

3+ month Contract (possible for extension)

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position is responsible for analyzing and negotiating deal terms with publishing partners (such as talent, content, distribution, licensing and production) and media rights with studio partners. This role provides analysis & recommendations on deal terms to ensure alignment with business objectives and financial results. This position also supports the administration of DC''s talent rewards programs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support deal negotiations to execute industry-leading deal strategies by leveraging market insights and setting innovative terms that attract top creative talent and strengthen strategic relationships with licensing & distribution partners while negotiating and structuring agreements in collaboration with legal, finance, and DC leadership. (35%)
• Conduct strategic deal analysis and structuring for publishing and media rights agreements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and setting clear goals and performance benchmarks to drive financial and strategic results. (25%)
• Support administration of talent rewards program components, including recommendation of character equity grants and talent bonuses. (25%)
• Identify and implement process improvements across Business Affairs operations, such as talent rewards administration and approval workflows, while executing core responsibilities to enhance efficiency and strategic impact. (10%)
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members, contributing to a culture of strategic thinking, collaboration, and professional growth. (5%)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Experience

• At least five (5) years of relevant work experience required.
• At least three (3) years working in a business affairs environment required.
• Relevant media/entertainment, comics/publishing industry, and/or digital product experience preferred.

Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

• Bachelor''s degree in a related field or equivalent experience required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and business partners.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully (both verbally and in writing) with individuals and groups at all levels of the organization, as well as with external stakeholders (such as vendors).
• Must have the ability to demonstrate strategic thinking, exercise sound judgment, and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have the ability to organize, manage multiple tasks and project elements simultaneously, and work well under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Must have the ability to pay close attention to details and handle/maintain confidential material with discretion.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office software (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Adobe Acrobat required.
• Proficiency using Monday.com strongly preferred. Familiarity with other project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, Jira, Miro) and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred.

Other Requirements

• Must have the flexibility to respond to occasional off-hours (nights and weekends) business needs.
• Must be able to travel as needed approximately 15% of the time.