Associate Counsel, WME Independent

Job Description

Company Description: WME Independent is a leader in the financing and sales of premium independent film. WMEI seeks to facilitate more ownership and creative freedom for artists, creators and production companies in the ever-changing media landscape. WMEI has evolved to meet today's changing business needs and is committed to advocating diversity and equality within our industry.

WMEI has been behind over 100 projects annually that have garnered numerous awards and commercial success. Endeavor Content's recent projects include films ''Just Mercy'' and ''Peanut Butter Falcon,'' television series ''See'' and ''Killing Eve,'' the podcast ''Blackout,'' Rihanna's ''Savage x Fenty Fashion Show'' special, and live event ''Rocketman Live.''

WMEI is a division of Endeavor, a global entertainment, sports and content company .

RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a high-volume practice supporting a large group of client managers who operate within tight timeframes. Primary responsibilities include:
• To work in partnership with WME Independent's film advisory
• Negotiating and drafting a high volume of distribution and licensing agreements, as well as sales agent representation agreements.
• Involved in implementing and administering the business policies and procedures for WMEI's film advisory business.
• Working with management, creative, sales, and finance departments to provide information, business advice and consultation services on a regular basis.
• Fostering positive long-term relationships with the company's clients and customers.
• Involved in analyzing business and legal issues related to sales and productions.

REQUIREMENTS
• Candidates should have experience working in a film sales and/or distribution business & legal affairs department, and/or entertainment law firm.
• Minimum 3-4 years' experience, with the majority of that experience in film sales and distribution.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and organizational skills; experience drafting and negotiating all manner of contracts for film finance, and sales & distribution deals; experience with copyright and trademark matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with a range of personalities and styles in a fast-paced environment, and explain complex concepts to clients and colleagues without legal training.
• Outstanding negotiation, drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• A curious mind, a strong work ethic, and a creative but practical approach to problem-solving.
• Position is based in the Beverly Hills, CA office.
• Admitted to Bar and in good standing.

Endeavor is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm8eov-3-136-97-64-42 in your application.