Script Clearance Analyst

Job Description

The Job

Conducts research and analysis of theatrical scripts to evaluate (i) use of copyrighted and trademarked materials and/or products, (ii) invasion of privacy, defamation and rights of publicity, and (iii) other legal requirements of material contained in motion pictures such as names, places, artwork, locations, signage, props etc. In consultation with the Director of Production Clearance & Permissions and the production attorney, determines need to obtain permission for all of the foregoing and negotiates same, interprets third party licenses, prepares privileged memorandum advising production personnel, production attorney and Warner Bros. executives on clearance and related issues. Performs other duties as required, including research and obtaining acceptable alternatives for production when clearance is not possible.

The Daily
• Reviews theatrical scripts, books, articles, source materials, and independent research from multiple sources and databases in support of preparation of initial script reports, revised script reports, defamation reports, character charts, memos to production, and other pertinent documents to identify and clearly communicate potential legal claims including defamation, right to publicity, copyright and trademark infringement, product tarnishment, etc. to project attorneys, production executives, production, and other WB personnel. Prepare emails to Legal and Intellectual Properties Counsel for input and guidance
• Initiates and conducts meetings with production to ensure WB guidelines and policies are clearly communicated to manage expectations during filming and ensure clearance process is facilitated. Communicates with various production departments daily to anticipate schedule changes, provide alternative cleared materials at a moment's notice, and essentially ensure production's creative satisfaction
• Tracks all outstanding clearance issues from pre-production through release of motion picture until all are resolved to WB Legal satisfaction. Provides follow up of outstanding issues through to resolution
• Negotiates various licenses and releases with various agencies, corporations, artist representatives, etc. for the use of copyrighted and/or trademarked materials such as footage, artwork, prints, photos, book covers, products, logos, props, company names and other similarly protected items. Ensures each license properly addresses essential terms and protections
• Reviews dailies, director's and subsequent cuts of motion pictures to ensure changes have been made as instructed and to review unscripted material for timely discussion with Vice President of department and WB attorneys to address accordingly
• Collaborates with Post-Production and VFX to clear 3rd party footage, facilitate VFX clearance requests, and other Post clearance needs to ensure all issues ultimately addressed to Legal satisfaction
• Independently assists, coordinates, and provides clearance guidance and project history to Ad/pub, Consumer Productions, Digital, Home Video, and other WB departments as necessary. Reviews proposed trailers, one-sheets, and other ad/pub materials. for identification of issues that are legally appropriate to provide informed advice to ad/pub. Reviews and provides input on deleted and extended content for Digital Entertainment and ad/pub
• Repeats steps 1 – 7 above for re-shoots, pickups, additional photography, that occurs on almost every project
• Performs other assignments as requested

The Essentials
• 1-2 years related experience including studio script clearance, licensing, and other contract related and/or legal work preferred.
• College degree required
• Knowledge of copyright, right of privacy, plagiarism, and other laws sufficient to review properties and determine the degree of conformance with laws, preferred
• Analytical skills required to prepare reports pointing out possible problem areas
• Knowledge of industry practices in the production of films
• Entertainment legal knowledge and training needed
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with executives, creative personnel at all levels on legal-related issues, and outside representatives of agencies and corporations
• Must have professional demeanor and possess the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must have strong negotiation skills
• Must have the ability to pay close attention to details
• Must have the ability to organize and handle multiple tasks
• Must have the ability to work well under extreme time constraints
• Must have excellent follow-through and ability to find and utilize all resources available

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at recruitadmin@warnermedia.com.

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