Business Affairs Director

Job Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description
Job Purpose
The Director, Business Affairs will be primarily responsible for negotiating script development, series, writer/producer and other talent related agreements on behalf of Universal Television in connection with scripted programming, including, but not limited to, negotiations related to the following: third-party script development agreements; international co-production agreements; writer/producer, performer and other talent deals; co-productions; product integrations; music and digital media. This individual will report to a VP, Business Affairs.

Essential Responsibilities
• Handle the day-to-day business affairs issues for current programming on air on broadcast, cable, and SVOD networks.
• Interface and coordinate with the following departments: programming, casting, production, ad sales, legal, labor, promotions, public relations, finance, music, distribution, marketing, network operations, affiliate relations, NBC.com and digital media.
• Negotiate script development, series licensing, production, writer/producer, performer and other talent deals in connection with the development and series production of scripted programming for Universal Television, including third-party transactions.
• Review budgets and other financial data associated with the development and production of such programming.
• Draft short-form deal memos, rights agreements, and performer agreements; review agreements for accuracy of terms negotiated and coordinating the processing of invoices based on required contractual obligations of payment authorizations.
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transaction or entertainment matters
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

Desired Characteristics:
• Juris Doctorate (JD), Bar Admission
• Prior experience negotiating development and series related agreements (i.e., license agreements, co-production and talent agreements).
• Strong and effective negotiating skills and excellent drafting skills.
• Detailed oriented and demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Demonstrated experience and willingness to perform at a high level as a team player.
• Working knowledge of the SAG, WGA and DGA basic agreements and the AFTRA Code.
• Network experience a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced in-house environment.
• Good overall business judgment and self-confidence.
• Superior organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to execute and follow-through.
• Demonstrated initiative; self-starter and accountable.
• Demonstrated ability to assume greater responsibility as circumstances dictate.
Additional Requirements:
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, California
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours and on weekends with short notice
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary Range: $125,000-$165,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-12vb5y-3-17-9-170-42 in your application.