West Hollywood, CA4 days ago
Job DutiesDraft, review and negotiate various work for hire music production agreements for Paramount’s features division alongside music attorneysManage the Attorney Status Report in Airtable as deal memos and agreements are sent, comments are received, agreements are executed and payment statusManage Airtable status charts for clearance and licensingPrepare and review restriction memos in relation to the score, original songs and source music used in Paramount’s film releasesReview and approve payments as first round approver for work for hire, licensing and music production agreementsPoint person for music data tracking and asset management systems, including ONSet, Airtable, Trevanna Tracks, and iManageReview music licenses and clearances as neededConduct database research in ONSet as neededHandle music work for hire document requests from Paramount features marketing team as needed alongside music attorneysHandle podcast music work for hire document requests from the Business Development team as needed alongside music attorneysSpecific Details to call attention to. Required EducationBachelor’s DegreePreferred License/CertificationParalegal certificate or legal training preferredRequired Qualifications/Skills/ExperienceMinimum 3-5 years of entertainment experienceMust have good oral and written communication skillsSelf starter with ability to handle multiple, high priority tasksStrong interpersonal skills and ability to interface with all levels within the companyExcellent attention to detailLogical reasoning skills and strong facility with language to quickly comprehend complex contracts and efficiently modify and/or summarize essential detailsAbility to manage music agreements, clearances, and payment approvalsComfortable using Airtable and related tracking systemsPreferred Qualifications/Skills/ExperienceMusic experienceParalegal certificate or legal trainingExperience with music production agreementsExperience with ONSet, Airtable, Trevanna Tracks, and iManageExperience supporting film or podcast music requestsOverview:Manages and prepares music agreements for the Business Affairs group.