Job Description
The Clearance department of Marvel Studios handles many aspects of legal clearances, including those related to the production, marketing and distribution of films and other content released theatrically and via Disney+. The Clearance department reads and analyzes scripts and research reports to identify potential clearance issues and ensure appropriate clearance of names and places, dialogue, artwork, props, costumes, photographs, film/TV clips, mock-up designs, and building/architectural designs. They negotiate agreements with outside parties controlling rights to the artwork, photography, footage, and other proprietary material used in Marvel Studios content.
The Clearance department advises content production staff (e.g., producers, writers, art departments, set decorators, prop masters, costumers, editors, visual effects, animators) of clearance procedures. In connection therewith, they also review dailies, rough and final cuts of films, websites, bonus content, behind-the-scenes/EPK materials, interviews, bloopers, deleted scenes, trailers, TV spots and other marketing materials, commercial tie-ins, print ads, DVD menus and packaging materials.
The Clearance Coordinator will be a vital part of the Marvel Studios Clearances department, providing day-to-day support to the Director and Manager of the Clearances department, managing workflows and processes in connection with the production clearance needs of live-action theatrical motion pictures, live-action streaming projects, animated shows and other duties as assigned with an emphasis on the use of computer applications for tracking and document management.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Communicate and coordinate with production offices in connection with meetings/calls, script distribution, clearance requests, payments, department forms and protocol.
• Communicate and coordinate with internal studio departments (e.g. legal, production, post-production, marketing, consumer products) in connection with meetings/calls, screenings, exchange of documents and other information.
• Maintain and manage clearance status reports, department contacts directory, digital document signing, and digital document filing.
• Facilitate and track required payments for research services, licensing, and/or other fees.
• Develop expertise with current and future computer applications utilized in the department.
• Search and retrieve archival department information as needed. • Under supervision, transmit, follow-up, and track standard clearance requests to outside parties.
• Perform internet/phone research in connection with fictional/non-fictional elements for films and/or obtaining rights information.
Qualifications:
• BA/BS degree preferred
• Required experience: at least 2 years of entertainment experience, preferably in television/motion picture production and/or production legal
• Technologically adept
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Forward-thinking, ability to identify opportunities to increase efficiency and implement/ adapt to the change
• Proven capability to take initiative and seek increased responsibilities
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and fluctuating environment
• Proficient in autonomously prioritizing work and managing deadlines
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
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About Marvel Studios:
Marvel Studios has created one of the most powerful brands by bringing memorable, life-changing storytelling to the world through incredible characters like Iron Man, Thor, Black Panther and Captain America. The Marvel Cinematic Universe multi-film franchises have redefined the genre in building a universe filled with creativity, innovation and collaboration. At Marvel Studios, you will be part of a team that helps propel our legacy into the future with a vision as far-reaching as our stories.
This position is with Marvel Studios, LLC Payroll Svc, which is part of a business we call Marvel Studios.
Marvel Studios, LLC Payroll Svc is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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