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Founded in 1999 and headquartered in New York City, Connected Ventures sites include CollegeHumor.com and BustedTees.com.  Connected Ventures is an operating business of IAC (Nasdaq: IACI).</div> <bR> <div> Attorney</div> <bR> <div> Reports to: VP, General Counsel of Programming </div> <div> Location: New York, NY </div> <bR> <div> Connected Ventures (owner of the website, CollegeHumor.com) is looking for a smart and ambitious attorney to come work on the cutting edge of the content world. The attorney will report to the VP, General Counsel of Programming at IAC (owner of Connected Ventures) and will work with Connected Ventures on all of their legal needs. </div> <bR> <div> Responsibilities: </div> <div>  </div> <div> Structuring, negotiating and advising on deals relating to the development, production, acquisition and distribution of various types of programming content (including scripted and reality programming for internet, television and possibly film). </div> <div> Providing counsel related to the advertising, marketing and promotions functions of the business, including contests and sweepstakes. </div> <div> Managing the brands' intellectual property and reviewing content for clearance purposes. </div> <div> Resolving and negotiating disputes. </div> <div> Employment matters and negotiating with talent. </div> <div> Advising and supporting senior management. </div> <bR> <div> The position is not litigation or regulatory focused.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Qualifications:</div> <div>  </div> <div> JD from an accredited law school; with strong academic performance. </div> <div> Licensed to practice law in the State of New York. </div> <div> Minimum 4 years of experience negotiating transactions in the entertainment field, including broad knowledge of television/video/film production. </div> <div> Experience representing or working in-house for a business affairs and/or legal department of a company in the entertainment field, preferably a television network or production company. </div> <div> A strong working knowledge of intellectual property, defamation, right of privacy and right of publicity law. </div> <div> Excellent drafting skills. </div> <div> Excellent communication and inter-personal skills. </div> <div> Ability to work independently. </div> <bR> <div> To learn more about IAC and to view all of our job listings, please visit <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.iac.com/" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.iac.com/"><U><U>www.iac.com</U></U></A></FONT>. IAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. </div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="dga__nyc_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>DGA (NYC)</B></div> <bR> <div> Contract Administrator/Business Representative</div> <bR> <div> The Directors Guild of America is currently accepting applications for a position as a business representative. The position requires the interpretation, maintenance and enforcement of Guild collective bargaining agreements, field visitations to film and television sets, assistance in negotiating Guild contracts, as well as work on a variety of related projects. Successful candidates will possess knowledge of guild/union contracts, and experience in interpreting and enforcing collective bargaining agreements; entertainment industry and union side experience preferred.  Candidate will need own car.  </div> <bR> <div> Only applications that reference job title "NY Contracts Administrator" will be considered.</div> <bR> <div> Please submit resume, cover letter, writing sample, and salary requirements to:</div> <bR> <div> Directors Guild of America</div> <div> Attn: Human Resources Dept.</div> <div> 7920 Sunset Blvd.</div> <div> Los Angeles, CA 90046</div> <bR> <div> Or via Fax: 310-289-2029</div> <bR> <div> NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE</div> <div> EOE</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="warner_bros__entertainment_group"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Warner Bros. Entertainment Group</B></div> <div> Vice President Business & Legal Affairs</div> <bR> <div> Location: Burbank, CA Job Code: 113119BR</div> <div> Post Date: 6/23/09</div> <bR> <div> Description:</div> <div> Warner Bros. TV Distribution Inc. seeks a Vice President Business & Legal Affairs for the Domestic TV Distribution Cable Business & Legal Affairs department. Position oversees the negotiation, drafting, and administration of all transactional matters for the division. Draft and negotiate amendments for existing agreements, as well as for unique, one-time projects. Coordinate rights clearances and other legal/business affairs issues with WB International, Domestic Syndication, Television, Music and other divisions. Provide legal advice and interpretations to executives within and outside of the division regarding exploitation rights, participations, and exposure. Supervise staff of 3. Other job-related projects and responsibilities as assigned.</div> <bR> <div> Requirements:</div> <div> JD Required. Focus in entertainment law preferred. Ability to manage and motivate a small staff. Extremely strong negotiation skills required. Ability to analyze complex situations and make sound business decisions required. Thorough understanding of cable television market required. Working knowledge of basic desk top computer programs, including Microsoft Office. Minimum 7 years experience in a similar position required. Must be in good standing with the State Bar of California. Attention to detail essential.</div> <div> Contact:</div> <div> If you are interested in this position, please email your resume as an attachment to <A HREF="mailto:wbjobs@trm.brassring.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:wbjobs@trm.brassring.com"><U>wbjobs@trm.brassring.com</U></A> and be sure to INCLUDE the following destination “NIFC/113119BR” in your subject line. Submissions received without the proper “NIFC/113119BR” designation and resume as an attachment will not be considered.</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="twentieth_century_fox_film"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Twentieth Century Fox Film</B></div> <bR> <div> Transactional Attorney International Distribution </div> <bR> <div> Twentieth Century Fox Film has an amazing opportunity for a transactional attorney for our International Distribution legal department. Responsibilities will include the drafting and negotiation of agreements dealing with the full range of activities for which the department is responsible, including all forms of television (VOD and PPV), digital and new media licensing, new technologies, theatrical distribution, international film acquisition, film financing arrangements and general corporate matters. </div> <bR> <div> Strong negotiating and drafting skills are essential. Minimum of 5 years prior transactional legal experience with major law firm or studio required. Television and new media licensing preferred.</div> <div> Please apply on line at <A HREF="http://foxcareers.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://foxcareers.com"><U>foxcareers.com</U></A>. FFE 16306</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="blind_ad"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Blind Ad</B></div> <bR> <div> Attorney – Consumer Products (West LA)</div> <bR> <div> In this role, you will oversee processing of merchandising licensing agreements and prepare contracts as needed. You will draft agency agreements, conduct anti-piracy enforcement, prepare cease and desist letters, and oversee litigation on related matters. In addition, you will prepare video game license agreements, themed entertainment agreements, and co-promotion agreements. </div> <bR> <div> Our successful candidate will have a JD and 4+ years' experience, preferably, in a top law firm or in-house legal affairs group. You should possess proficiency in MS Office, top-notch demonstrated organizational skills and have excellent verbal and written communications skills. Licensing and litigation experience helpful. California Bar membership is required.</div> <div> Interested candidates should e-mail resumes to<A HREF="mailto: legalrecruiter4@gmail.com." TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto: legalrecruiter4@gmail.com."><U> </U></A><FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="mailto: legalrecruiter4@gmail.com." TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto: legalrecruiter4@gmail.com."><U>legalrecruiter4@gmail.com</U></A></FONT><A HREF="mailto: legalrecruiter4@gmail.com." TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto: legalrecruiter4@gmail.com."><U>.</U></A></div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="fox_group_legal"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>FOX Group Legal</B> seeks a skilled professional to join its Content Protection Department. </div> <div> Counsel, Content Protection Technology</div> <bR> <div> Working with FOX's Senior Counsel, Content Protection Technology, you will help draft & negotiate content protection requirements for a wide variety of film, television and new media distribution deals; help provide content protection advice to our film, television, and cable divisions, digital media group and other FOX affiliates; and advise senior management on legislative, regulatory and other content protection policy related matters. In addition, you will help represent FOX on various industry and cross-industry committees and consortia developing and evaluating content protection technologies, drafting technology standards-related agreements, and implementing technology standards setting initiatives. You will also help draft and negotiate license and service agreements with various software, hardware and service vendors whose products and services protect FOX’s current film, television and new media content from pre-production through release.</div> <bR> <div> Our successful top-tier law school graduate will possess California Bar admission (existing or planned), solid negotiation, drafting and analytical skills, and some experience with content protection technology and/or technology licensing at a nationally recognized law firm, technology company or entertainment company, preferably including internet/technology experience. In addition, you will have excellent oral and written communication and team working skills, and basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word. Must be able to prioritize and multitask in a fast paced, deadline driven environment. International and studio experience are a plus. Position requires some travel.</div> <bR> <div> To apply, please send resume to <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="mailto:ffe.resumes@fox.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:ffe.resumes@fox.com"><U>ffe.resumes@fox.com</U></A></FONT> and reference job “FFE 15923”. Candidates may also visit our job site at <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.foxcareers.com " TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.foxcareers.com "><U>www.foxcareers.com</U></A></FONT><A HREF="http://www.foxcareers.com " TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.foxcareers.com "><U> </U></A>and apply directly to FFE 15923.</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="abc"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>ABC</B></div> <bR> <div> <I>The Walt Disney Company is a diversified, international family entertainment and media company whose operations include theme parks and resorts, motion pictures and television, home entertainment, music, consumer products, a cruise line, radio and television stations, broadcast and cable networks, Internet offerings, and publishing.  ABC is a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company.</I></div> <bR> <bR> <div> ABC -- Counsel -- Unscripted Programming, Marketing and Promotions Group</div> <bR> <div> ABC is seeking a highly qualified attorney to work on production, content, contest, rights and risk analysis issues in connection with ABC unscripted programming, as well as online, marketing and promotions issues for all ABC programming.  </div> <bR> <div> Job Responsibilities:</div> <bR> <div> The successful candidate will advise Creative, Promotions, Marketing, Business Affairs, Sales, Internet and Standards and Practices executives on legal and business issues.  Duties will include:  </div> <div> Analyzing unscripted programming concepts for legal risks; </div> <div> Reviewing and revising casting materials, rules, participant agreements and other production documents; </div> <div> Interfacing with production companies and monitoring productions on an ongoing basis; </div> <div> Vetting promotional campaigns and concepts for legal and risk management issues;</div> <div> Reviewing promos and rough cuts; </div> <div> Contest and sweepstakes review; </div> <div> Advising on regulatory matters;</div> <div> Advising on Internet-based projects, including user generated content proposals; and</div> <div> Performing other responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President, Legal.</div> <bR> <div> Qualifications:</div> <bR> <div> The successful candidate will have graduated from a top law school and have a minimum of five (5) years of legal experience. The candidate should have excellent interpersonal and communication abilities; possess outstanding drafting skills; demonstrate motivation and initiative; and be able to multitask and work quickly and collaboratively under tight deadlines.</div> <bR> <div> Candidate should also have one or more of the following:  production legal experience, especially in the area of reality television; experience working with in-house Marketing and Promotions departments; knowledge of contests and sweepstakes law; knowledge of internet law, including user generated content issues; familiarity with talent, licensing and rights agreements; and knowledge of right of publicity, copyright, defamation and privacy law.</div> <bR> <div> This job description is current as of June 1, 2009 and is subject to change without notice as the needs of Corporate Legal dictate.</div> <bR> <div> We offer an excellent working environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package as the leader in family entertainment. If you meet the above qualifications and thrive in a professional, fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply.  Please visit our website at <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.disneycareers.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.disneycareers.com"><U><U>www.disneycareers.com</U></U></A></FONT> and search for requisition ID 198562.</div> <bR> <div> We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="comedy_central"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Comedy Central</B></div> <bR> <div> Job Title:  SVP Business and Legal Affairs, Comedy Central</div> <div> Department:  Business and Legal Affairs</div> <div> Location:   placeCityLos Angeles, StateCA</div> <bR> <div> <U>Job Description</U>:</div> <bR> <div> This person will manage the west coast Business and Legal Affairs department for Comedy Central.  This person also will handle a heavy volume of production and development-related work for Comedy Central's original television and new media productions.  Primary duties will include: </div> <bR> <div> Overseeing and managing the work handled by the west coast Business and Legal Affairs department for Comedy Central.</div> <div> Structuring, negotiating and drafting complex deals and agreements involving the development and production of television and new media programs (with an emphasis on the scripted and the hybrid “scripted/reality” genres).</div> <div> Performing day-to-day legal work for such programs, such as vetting episodes for legal and privacy concerns, providing on- and off-set advice to producers and creative executives on legal matters, reviewing and commenting upon location and rental agreements and other production-related legal analysis.</div> <div> Advising executives and client groups on strategic and complex business and risk management matters.</div> <div> Managing claims and litigation, including interaction with the in-house Litigation/IP department as well as outside counsel.</div> <div> Position will report to Executive Vice President, Business Affairs and Co-General Counsel, MTV Networks based in placeCityNew York, StateNY.</div> <bR> <div> The qualified applicant shall demonstrate:</div> <bR> <div> A cooperative, team-oriented approach.</div> <div> Extensive knowledge of entertainment law and entertainment transactions, with a primary focus on development/production of television programming.</div> <div> A broad understanding of content production, acquisition, distribution and licensing.</div> <div> In-depth knowledge concerning union and non-union labor and employment law issues, intellectual property law, risk management issues and rights of publicity and privacy.</div> <div> The ability to effectively interact with senior level staff in the client group and generate strong client satisfaction.</div> <div> The ability to function autonomously and take responsibility for one's own actions and decisions.</div> <div> Attention to detail and the ability to manage a high-volume workload efficiently and smoothly.</div> <bR> <div> <U>Job Requirements:</U></div> <bR> <div> 10+ years experience as an entertainment lawyer (including some significant law firm work), preferably with an emphasis on basic cable and scripted television production.  Prior managerial experience is essential.  Qualified candidates must be members of the California Bar, should possess excellent drafting and organizational skills and be polished and poised in communicating with executives and other client-types.  </div> <bR> <div> To apply, please visit our career site: <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.mtvncareers.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.mtvncareers.com"><U><U>www.mtvncareers.com</U></U></A></FONT></div> <bR> <div> The position is based in Los Angeles, CA.</div> <bR> <div> MTV Networks is an Active Equal Opportunity Employer</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="the_directors_guild_of_america_la"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>The Directors Guild of America </B>is currently accepting resumes for a Field Representative.  The Field Representative performs on-site inspections of the union members' workplaces to ensure compliance with DGA collective bargaining agreements, provides contract interpretation and enforcement. </div> <bR> <div> Successful candidates will possess a minimum of 3 years entertainment industry and/or union experience, with knowledge of motion picture production, collective bargaining agreements and grievance procedures. Candidates must have exceptional communication, interpersonal relations and analytical skills. Position involves evening and weekend work and requires flexibility in hours and may involve travel out of state. Candidate must have and maintain an unrestricted California driver's license. A background check is required.</div> <div>  </div> <div> We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefit package in addition to a stable work environment. Please submit current resume to Human Resources: Directors Guild of America, 7920 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046 or fax to 310-289-2029.</div> <bR> <div> **Candidates MUST include job title "LA Field Representative" in application to be considered.**</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="the_directors_guild_of_america_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>The Directors Guild of America </B>is seeking a Field Representative for its <B>New York City office.</B> The position will require visiting film and television sets where Guild members work to ensure compliance with our collective bargaining agreements.</div> <bR> <div> Successful candidates will possess a minimum of 3 years entertainment industry and/or union experience, with knowledge of motion picture production, collective bargaining agreements and grievance procedures. Candidates must have exceptional communication, interpersonal relations and analytical skills. Position involves evening and weekend work, out-of-state travel, and requires flexibility in hours. Candidate must have a car and maintain a driver's license.</div> <bR> <div> We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a superior package of benefits.</div> <div> Please submit resume and salary requirements to: </div> <div> Directors Guild of America</div> <div> Attn: Human Resources.</div> <div> 7920 Sunset Blvd</div> <div> Los Angeles, CA 90046</div> <bR> <div> OR Via FAX at 310-289-2029</div> <div> NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. EOE.</div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="mtvn_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>MTVN</B></div> <bR> <div> <U>SENIOR COUNSEL (NYC)</U> </div> <bR> <div> Responsibilities: </div> <div> This is a unique opportunity for a team player who is entrepreneurial and a self-starter with a deep interest in gaming which is one of the fast-growing sectors of the entertainment industry. The work will involve both console and online gaming initiatives. The ideal candidate will have software and game development, licensing and publishing experience.</div> <div> Duties include structure, draft and negotiate complex intellectual property licenses, gaming publishing and gaming development agreements, software development and license agreements, strategic alliances, confidentiality agreements, services and manufacturing agreements, acquisition agreements, promotion agreements and work for hire agreements etc. Advise and counsel business groups on a variety of complex business and legal matters and assist in assessing legal and business risks associated with the business group s activities.</div> <div> Position will report directly to Senior Vice President, MTVN/Harmonix Business and Legal Affairs Department based in Cambridge, MA.</div> <bR> <div> Required Qualification/Skills: </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc336600.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">J.D. and minimum of four years of relevant law firm and in-house experience required. New York Bar membership required. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc336600.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Extensive and in-depth knowledge of contract and general corporate law, and technology driven transactions required. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc336600.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Knowledge of intellectual property, gaming, new media, licensing, entertainment, law and corporate matters required. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc336600.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Qualified candidates should possess excellent drafting, negotiation and organizational skills. Candidates must be able to structure and close complex new business development deals and work independently. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f0cc336600.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Regular travel to Cambridge, MA likely to be required. </div> <bR> <div> Please apply online via <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.mtvncareers.com." TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.mtvncareers.com."><U>www.mtvncareers.com</U></A></FONT><A HREF="http://www.mtvncareers.com." TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.mtvncareers.com."><U>.</U></A> EOE/M/F/D/AAP </div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="dreamworks_animation"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Dreamworks Animation</B></div> <bR> <div> Motion Picture Production Attorney</div> <bR> <div> Attorney will draft and negotiate "above the line" agreements (such as writers, actors, directors, producers, and rights acquisitions) and clearance releases; prepare intra-company memoranda and advise production and marketing regarding credits, talent approvals and related matters; prepare chain of title memoranda; and review publicity, marketing, and advertising materials. Must have excellent drafting skills. Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment, including handling multiple productions simultaneously. Must have experience supervising feature film clearance for motion pictures. 5-7 years of legal affairs experience at a motion picture studio is required.</div> <div> Please send your resume and cover letter to:<A HREF="mailto: jobs@dreamworks.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto: jobs@dreamworks.com"><U> jobs@dreamworks.com</U></A></div> <bR> <div> [posted 7/6/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="beverly_hills_entertainment_law_firm_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Beverly Hills Entertainment Law Firm </B>seeks associate attorney.</div> <bR> <div> JOB DESCRIPTION:</div> <div> The principal responsibilities of the position will be to negotiate and draft contracts and handle all day-to-day production legal services related to development and production of theatrical motion pictures, television shows and internet projects and to assist in addressing and resolving all production issues that may arise, including clearance matters, music (e.g., licenses), guild-related issues, etc. Other responsibilities may include preparation, negotiation, and/or review of finance and distribution agreements and advocating for talent clients (i.e., producers, writers, directors and actors).</div> <bR> <div> REQUIREMENTS:</div> <div> J.D. degree from an accredited law school</div> <div> Member (active) of California state bar</div> <div> Minimum of two to four years development and production experience at motion picture studio, agency or law firm. </div> <div> Experience with distribution and financing agreements a plus.</div> <div> Successful candidate will possess excellent communication skills and an ability to work independently as well as an ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and effectively under substantial time pressure. </div> <bR> <div> To apply, please send cover letter and resume to: <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="mailto:noor_001@hotmail.com " TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:noor_001@hotmail.com "><U>noor_001@hotmail.com</U></A></FONT><A HREF="mailto:noor_001@hotmail.com " TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:noor_001@hotmail.com "><U> </U></A></div> <bR> <div> [posted 5/29/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="boutique_westside_entertainment_law_firm"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Boutique Westside entertainment law firm</B> seeks part-time attorney with substantial television experience to render legal services on an of-counsel basis. </div> <bR> <div> Must have thorough knowledge of scripted and non-scripted/reality production legal issues including cable and broadcast network production services agreements, production-related releases and forms, insurance issues, intellectual property and privacy laws, and related clearance issues.</div> <div> Must be able to negotiate and precisely draft television-related agreements with networks, producers, and talent. </div> <div> Ideal candidate will be a self-starter, pro-active, detail oriented, and be able to work with minimal supervision while exercising discretion and independent, sound judgment. </div> <bR> <div> Qualified candidates will:</div> <div> · Have at least 5 years of entertainment-related experience in television business and/or legal affairs; preferably with some law firm experience. </div> <div> · Possess strong negotiating and drafting ability;</div> <div> · Be able to work under time constraints and pressure-filled circumstances; and</div> <div> · Be a member in good standing of the California bar.</div> <div>  </div> <div> <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#6633CC" FACE="Arial" >Please send resume and cover letter to: </FONT><A HREF="mailto:televisionlawfirm@gmail.com. " TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:televisionlawfirm@gmail.com. "><U>televisionlawfirm</U></A><A HREF="mailto:televisionlawfirm@gmail.com. " TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:televisionlawfirm@gmail.com. "><U>@gmail.com</U></A><FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#6633CC" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="mailto:televisionlawfirm@gmail.com. " TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:televisionlawfirm@gmail.com. "><U>. </U></A></FONT></div> <bR> <div> [posted 5/29/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="mtv_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>MTV</B></div> <bR> <div> <B> </B>Counsel position for immediate hire for a 3+ month term  for MTV's Law & Business Affairs department. </div> <bR> <bR> <div> I. <U>PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES</U>: Primary attorney responsible for legal issues which arise from production of MTV’s television programming.</div> <bR> <div> A. <U>Advice and Counsel for the following departments:</U> </div> <div> 1. Production</div> <div> 2. Production Management</div> <div> 3. Music and Media Licensing</div> <div> 4. Contract Management</div> <div> 5. Promo Department</div> <div> Understanding intellectual property law, including Copyright and Trademark (including Fair Use), Right of Publicity, personal injury, risk management and employment law issues as well as MTV’s policy Fielding phone calls, reviewing letters and correspondence, reviewing video tapes for air, reviewing scripts, reviewing third party content (viral clips);; understanding the business of television production, and the legal issues specific to that business.</div> <div>  </div> <div> B. <U>Drafting Agreements:</U> Negotiating and drafting all agreements in connection with: MTV shows produced by the Production Department; acquisitions </div> <div> made by MTV Programming Department; licensing of MTV programming to third parties; collaborative production efforts with third parties. </div> <bR> <div> II. <U>SKILL REQUIREMENTS, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: </U>Describe specifically the skills, amount and type of previous relevant experience, and knowledge needed for successful performance of this job.</div> <bR> <div> JOB SKILLS:</div> <div> A working knowledge of intellectual property, personal injury, employment law, and production of television programming and related business issues</div> <div> Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize large volume of work</div> <div> High degree of attention to detail</div> <div> Ability to concentrate and be focused</div> <div> Ability to maintain a positive attitude</div> <div> Professional demeanor and phone skills</div> <div> Ability to exercise flexibility with workload</div> <div> Ability to travel on occasional basis</div> <div> Excellent communication skills</div> <div> EXPERIENCE:</div> <bR> <div> 2-3 years as an Attorney.</div> <div> Knowledge of the entertainment industry.</div> <bR> <div> EDUCATION:</div> <div> JD degree.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> Please submit resume & cover letter to </div> <div> Please have job seekers submit resume & cover letter to <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="mailto:MTVAttorneyPosition@gmail.com " TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:MTVAttorneyPosition@gmail.com "><U>MTVAttorneyPosition@gmail.com</U></A></FONT><A HREF="mailto:MTVAttorneyPosition@gmail.com " TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:MTVAttorneyPosition@gmail.com "><U> </U></A></div> <bR> <div> [posted 5/15/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="amc"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>AMC</B></div> <bR> <div> Vice President, Business and Legal Affairs, AMC (Division of Rainbow Media Holding)</div> <bR> <div> <B>LOCATION:</B><B>  New York, NY</B></div> <bR> <div> BACKGROUND: </div> <div> AMC is a multi-platform network that celebrates classic movies and high-quality scripted series and is seen in more than 94 million placecountry-regionU.S. households. Defining what it means to be a classic movie network today, the network creating a distinctive viewing experience that celebrates all that is enduringly cool, personal and powerfully relevant about movies. AMC's comprehensive library of popular movies strikes a meaningful chord with its audience, and its critically-acclaimed slate of originals all have a cinematic quality that allow them to complement and be complemented by some of the best movies of all time.  AMC is The Future of Classic.</div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="626" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ROWS" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="603"><div> AMC original series and mini-series include:</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="10"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="19" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="10" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP COLSPAN=2 HEIGHT= 197 ><NOBR><div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="598" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 57 WIDTH="39"><div>  ·  </div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="544"><div>  Mad Men: Set in 1960s placeStateNew York, this drama series is about the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 38 WIDTH="39"><div> ·  </div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="544"><div>  Breaking Bad: A drama series that follows the story of a desperate man who turns to a life of crime to secure his family's financial security.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 57 WIDTH="39"><div> ·  </div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="544"><div>  The Prisoner: AMC's second original mini-series is a reinterpretation of the highly influential 1960's cult classic, The Prisoner. Slated for worldwide premiere in November 2009.</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP COLSPAN=2 HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="614"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="19" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="614" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> RESPONSIBILTIES:</div> <bR> <div> Provide strategic legal advice to the President of AMC / Senior Vice President of Original Programming, Production and Digital Content AMC / and other department heads at AMC in conjunction with Vice President Legal Affairs</div> <div>   Provide business affairs services, primarily with respect to the AMC, Original Programming group</div> <div> Strategize, draft and negotiate a range of agreements relating to the day-to-day operations of AMC, including production services, talent and program licensing  agreements</div> <div> Handle a range of issues relevant to the channel including sponsorship, guild and intellectual property issues (e.g., copyright infringement) </div> <div> Handle AMC related disputes and litigation assigned by Vice President of Legal Affairs (working with Vice President, Legal Affairs, Rainbow Media and Corporate Legal.)</div> <div> Ensure that all important/sensitive legal issues for the channel get fully escalated/vetted through Vice President, Legal Affairs and executive management.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> QUALIFICATIONS:</div> <bR> <div> Minimum 8 years experience in an in-house corporate legal department or other relevant legal experience  </div> <div> Minimum 3 years experience at a network, cable programming service, production company, talent agency or studio in a business affairs capacity in connection with the development and production of original programming</div> <div> JD degree and admission to a state bar </div> <div> High level contacts in the film and cable industries in LA and NY</div> <div> Ability to analyze complex business and legal issues </div> <div> Creative, flexible problem-solving skills</div> <div> Excellent negotiation, contract drafting and deal-making skills</div> <div> Excellent oral and written communication skills</div> <div> Very strong attention to detail and organizational skills</div> <div> Demonstrated ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and to perform well under pressure while performing multiple tasks</div> <div> Ability as a team leader who can build consensus among disparate interests to achieve business goals</div> <div> Ability to work as part of a team (both within the Legal Department and with the AMC executive teams) to effectively defuse crisis or otherwise handle potentially acute situations</div> <div> Ability to champion projects through a corporate organization from conception through implementation</div> <bR> <div> Send resumes to execrec@cablevision.com</div> <bR> <div> [posted 5/15/09]</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="disney_abc_tv_group___ca_directo_ba"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Disney ABC TV Group - CA</B></div> <bR> <div> Director, Business Affairs</div> <bR> <div> JOB SUMMARY</div> <div> Business Affairs executive who will provide support to ABC Entertainment Group by negotiating, structuring and advising on deals relating to the development, production and acquisition of programming content, primarily for ABC Daytime and SOAPnet.</div> <bR> <div> KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</div> <div> This position will be responsible for the negotiation and ongoing supervision of deals and productions primarily for the ABC Daytime group and Walt Disney-owned cable channel SOAPnet. The individual will help oversee, structure and negotiate a wide variety of entertainment-related deals and business relationships, including the acquisition and development of scripted and reality programming, movies for television, specials, talent agreements and content licenses and acquisitions. This position will assist in managing internal and third party relationships in connection with the Entertainment business. The individual will be called upon to assist with issues that may arise in connection with the acquisition and exploitation of content across Daytime, SOAPnet, ABC and other Walt Disney Company & third party platforms and advise and support senior executives and other management personnel on key business issues and rights matters.</div> <bR> <div> QUALIFICATIONS</div> <bR> <div> Work Experience</div> <div> Required</div> <div> · A minimum of five years of Legal and/or Business Affairs experience within the entertainment industry. </div> <div> · Experience negotiating deals in network and/or cable television is strongly preferred; television business affairs experience and/or significant television legal affairs experience is required. </div> <bR> <div> Skills & Abilities</div> <div> Required</div> <div> · Superior analytical and writing skills and ability, together with strong business and financial acumen.</div> <div> · Exceptional organizational, prioritization and time management skills with the ability to execute against multiple, high-priority projects, with a keen attention to detail. </div> <div> · Professional, confident demeanor and a team player. </div> <div> · Ability to perform duties under minimal supervision while exercising discretion and independent, sound judgment; and excel in a fast-paced, results –oriented work environment.</div> <bR> <div> Education</div> <div> · JD Required </div> <bR> <div> Licenses & Certifications</div> <div> · JD required</div> <div> Supervisory Responsibilities</div> <bR> <div> This executive will share an administrative assistant that they will help manage.</div> <div> Job Location: Burbank, CA</div> <div> Requisition ID: 188120</div> <bR> <div> Please Apply Online At:</div> <div> <A HREF="https://disney.recruitmax.com//main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=188120" TARGET="_top" TITLE="https://disney.recruitmax.com//main/care"><U>https://disney.recruitmax.com//main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=188120</U></A></div> <bR> <div> [posted 5/8/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="disney_abc_tv_group___ca_srvp"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Disney ABC TV Group - CA</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>SVP, Legal Affairs</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>JOB SUMMARY</B></div> <bR> <div> The Senior Vice President, Legal Affairs will be the chief legal counsel for Disney ABC Cable Networks Group (“CNG”), responsible for the overall management of all legal issues relating to CNG and the effectiveness of the Legal Affairs department for CNG. The SVP, Legal Affairs will work collaboratively with, and serve as the primary advisor to, senior management of CNG on all legal matters for CNG, and will be expected to provide guidance and direction reflecting sound judgment, strategic vision, and substantive legal knowledge and expertise. The SVP, Legal Affairs will be directly involved in managing significant, complex, and/or precedent-setting legal issues for CNG, as well as significant policy and personnel issues that arise within the Legal Affairs department. The SVP, Legal Affairs will work closely with corporate legal departments, senior corporate leadership, and others in handling these matters. The SVP, Legal Affairs will report to the SVP Deputy General Counsel-Media Networks.</div> <bR> <div> <B>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</B></div> <bR> <div> • Provide advice and guidance to senior management of CNG regarding all legal matters for CNG, and policy and personnel issues that arise within the Legal Affairs department.</div> <div> • Work closely with the Litigation Department and outside counsel on litigation matters relating to all aspects of the CNG business, including distribution, production, labor, music, tax and animation.</div> <div> • Work closely with the corporate Intellectual Property group, outside counsel, and the MPAA in managing all intellectual property issues relating to CNG, including anti-piracy, show name, channel and character clearance, patent, trademark and music issues.</div> <div> • Serve as a representative on the CARU board, and oversee all government relations matters relating to CNG, including regulation of children’s television, radio and internet, advertising restrictions, and tax-related matters.</div> <div> • Manage all privacy issues for CNG, and coordinate with the corporate Privacy group to implement relevant standards and best practices, and manage crisis situations.</div> <div> • Coordinate with the corporate Tax Department on tax issues for CNG, working often in this regard with Business Affairs.</div> <div> • Supervise and manage the Standards and Practices group to ensure compliance with company policies for programming, advertising, and promotion.</div> <div> • Work closely with Labor Relations and Business Affairs on high-level and strategic labor issues that confront CNG.</div> <div> • Manage legal aspects of personnel issues within CNG, including issues relating to employee safety, workers’ compensation, and Human Resources initiatives.</div> <div> • Provide direction and oversight of all deal-related, strategic and compliance issues related to the advertising, marketing and promotions functions and the digital/on-line function, including production of original material for on-line and promotions activities (i.e. webisodes) and all user-generated content initiatives.</div> <div> • Manage all legal matters relating to CNG content and its distribution via the Affiliate Sales and Marketing Group and Media Networks Distribution Legal Group.</div> <div> • Manage all legal issues arising out of shared services departments within CNG, including the Research, Operations, IT, Finance, Traffic, and Brand Services departments.</div> <bR> <div> <B>QUALIFICATIONS</B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Work Experience</B></div> <div> <U>Required</U></div> <div> • Qualified candidate will have a JD degree and a minimum of twenty (20) years experience in Legal Affairs in the entertainment industry, including experience in or familiarity with media regulation, intellectual property, cable and new media distribution, new technology, digital rights, advertising, marketing and promotions, including user-generated content.</div> <bR> <div> <U>Preferred</U></div> <div> • Studio or production company experience preferable.</div> <div> • Experience with standards and practices</div> <bR> <div> <B>Skills & Abilities</B></div> <div> <U>Required</U></div> <div> • Requires strong drafting, analytical and organizational skills.</div> <div> • Excellent oral and written communication skills.</div> <div> • Strong leadership and management capabilities.</div> <div> • Capability to advise and direct CNG senior management on all relevant matters.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Education</B></div> <div> <U>Required</U></div> <div> • Law degree from top law school.</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Licenses & Certifications</B></div> <div> <U>Required</U></div> <bR> <bR> <div> <U>Preferred</U></div> <div> - Bar Membership (California is preferred).</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Supervisory Responsibilities</B></div> <div> • Manages a department of 34 employees</div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B>Job Location:</B> Burbank, CA</div> <div> <B>Requisition ID</B>: 196288</div> <bR> <div> <B>"The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer"</B></div> <bR> <div> Please Apply Online At:</div> <div> <A HREF="https://disney.recruitmax.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=196288" TARGET="_top" TITLE="https://disney.recruitmax.com/main/caree"><U><U>https://disney.recruitmax.com/main/careerportal/Job_Profile.cfm?szOrderID=196288</U></U></A></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="paramount_pictures_corporation_vp_studio_legal"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Paramount Pictures Corporation</B></div> <div> Vice President Studio Group / Legal</div> <bR> <div> Paramount Pictures Corporation is a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, with robust and multi-faceted divisions across all areas including digital, home entertainment, network and cable television distribution, studio operations, and consumer products and recreation. A unit of the leading global entertainment content company, Viacom, Paramount is part of a family of prominent and respected brands including MTV Networks and BET Networks. </div> <bR> <div> Job Summary </div> <div> This position is generally responsible for providing legal services in connection with the real estate and commercial business needs of the Company and providing counsel on related matters to minimize legal exposure, protect the Company's legal rights and ensure the Company's compliance with its policies and legal obligations. </div> <bR> <div> Responsibilities to include, but not limited to: </div> <bR> <div> *In partnership with the senior management team of the Studio Group, manage the negotiation, </div> <div> drafting and administration of all commercial contracts including contracts relating to </div> <div> construction and leasing of facilities and agreements with vendors and service providers </div> <div> *Advises business partners and provide recommendations in connection with real estate </div> <div> related matters, issues arising in connection with vendors, premises liability, facility </div> <div> operations, environmental health and safety, tenant issues, special events, guest relations, </div> <div> security and issues concerning the Company's technical operations departments </div> <div> *Monitors legal developments and advise business partners of changes in laws and </div> <div> regulations </div> <div> *Negotiates and drafts commercial contracts and real estate related agreements </div> <div> *Advises business partners in connection with contract interpretation issues including </div> <div> termination of contracts, potential breach of contract issues, pricing and fee disputes </div> <div> *Works with General Counsel's legal team in resolving issues relating to drafting and deal </div> <div> points </div> <div> *Assists in managing litigation </div> <div> *Assists with other projects as required </div> <bR> <div> Qualifications/Skills </div> <div> Basic qualifications: </div> <bR> <div> *Law degree and admission to the California State Bar </div> <div> *Minimum of 7 years of experience in real estate and commercial business law, premises </div> <div> liability, landlord/tenant, and environmental health and safety; some in-house experience </div> <div> helpful but not required </div> <div> *Extensive experience in drafting and negotiation of various commercial and real estate </div> <div> contracts </div> <div> *Experience in managing litigation case load, mediation and negotiating settlements </div> <bR> <div> Desired skills: </div> <bR> <div> *Strong skills in contract drafting and interpretation </div> <div> *Strong negotiation skills are required as well as sound strategic judgment in negotiating with </div> <div> third parties </div> <div> *Ability to effectively evaluate legal exposure and manage risk </div> <div> *Excellent oral and written communication skills </div> <div> *Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment </div> <div> *Ability to provide advice and counsel to business partners on a variety of matters </div> <div> *Candidate must be an effective team player skilled at collaboration with others to produce top </div> <div> notch results </div> <div> *Analytical and strategic in formulating solutions </div> <div> *A motivated self starter who is comfortable taking initiative </div> <bR> <div> Eligibility requirements: </div> <bR> <div> Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered </div> <div> *Must be willing to submit to a background investigation </div> <div> *Must be able to show eligibility to work in the United States </div> <bR> <div> Paramount Pictures is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div> <bR> <div> Please submit your resume, with salary history, to <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="https://careers.paramount.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="https://careers.paramount.com"><U><U>https://careers.paramount.com</U></U></A></FONT>. Job req # 2023</div> <bR> <div> [posted 5/1/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="paramount_pictures_corporation_vp_info_tech_legal"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Paramount Pictures Corporation</B></div> <bR> <div> Vice President Information Technology / Legal</div> <bR> <bR> <div> Paramount Pictures Corporation is a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, with robust and multi-faceted divisions across all areas including digital, home entertainment, network and cable television distribution, studio operations, and consumer products and recreation. A unit of the leading global entertainment content company, Viacom, Paramount is part of a family of prominent and respected brands including MTV Networks and BET Networks. </div> <bR> <div> Job Summary </div> <div> This position is primarily responsible for supporting the Information Technology group in making legal determinations, advising them and negotiating contracts, as well as reviewing agreements in furtherance of the Company's interests. </div> <bR> <div> Responsibilities to include, but not limited to: </div> <bR> <div> *Serves as legal advisor to the Information Technology group </div> <div> *Responds to legal questions regarding the implementation of multiple IT initiatives including </div> <div> the SAP Financials implementation </div> <div> *Prepares and negotiates agreements for various technology license arrangements </div> <div> *Negotiates and analyzes technology development and outsourcing deals </div> <div> *Reviews, interprets and analyzes consulting and technology service agreements, ensuring </div> <div> that all provisions are in accordance with original deals and are acceptable to the Company *Prepares recommendations to promote the Company's interests and negotiates and drafts </div> <div> appropriate modifications as required </div> <div> *Interfaces with senior management regarding legal questions, and serves as advisor to </div> <div> management, responding to a variety of legal questions regarding the interpretation, </div> <div> structuring, impact and documentation of current and proposed business deals </div> <div> *Advises on the legal status of rights to various properties, the possible legal ramifications of </div> <div> all courses of action, and other legal questions concerning the Company's rights and </div> <div> obligations </div> <div> *Evaluates legal exposure and manages risk </div> <bR> <div> Qualifications/Skills </div> <div> Basic qualifications: </div> <bR> <div> *Law degree and admission to the California State Bar </div> <div> *Minimum of 7 years experience with IT contracts, including reviewing, negotiating and drafting </div> <div> software licensing agreements, service/consulting agreements </div> <bR> <div> Desired skills: </div> <bR> <div> *Good oral and written communication skills are needed to develop and revise complex </div> <div> contracts and agreements and to negotiate contract issues and interface with Company </div> <div> personnel and outside parties </div> <div> *Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment </div> <bR> <div> Eligibility requirements: </div> <bR> <div> *Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered </div> <div> *Must be willing to submit to a background investigation </div> <div> *Must be able to show eligibility to work in the United States </div> <bR> <div> Paramount Pictures is an Equal Opportunity Employers</div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="638" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="73"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="19" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="73" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="558"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="19" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="558" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> Please submit your resume, with salary history, to <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="https://careers.paramount.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="https://careers.paramount.com"><U><U>https://careers.paramount.com</U></U></A></FONT>. Job req #2018</div> <bR> <div> [posted 5/1/09]</div> <bR> <div> <B> <A NAME="discovery_communications_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B><B>Discovery Communications </B>is the number-one nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.5 billion cumulative subscribers in over 170 countries. Through TV and digital media, We are the home of: Discovery Channel • TLC • Animal Planet • The Science Channel • Planet Green • Discovery Health • Military Channel • HD Theater • Discovery Times • Discovery Kids • Discovery Home Channel • Fit TV • petfinder.com • howstuffworks.com • treehugger.com • OWN. We are seeking candidates for the position of<U> VP of Business Affairs</U> in our <U>Silver Spring, Maryland Headquarters.</U><U> </U></div> <bR> <div> Position Summary:</div> <div> Manage business and legal negotiations, draft and negotiate complex television programming deals and provide advice on legal issues related to programming transactions and production issues for a variety of Discovery Networks. </div> <bR> <div> Responsibilities:</div> <div> 1.Manage and supervise one or more business affairs negotiators/lawyers and contract managers in connection with Discovery Network programming development, production and licensing activities.</div> <div> 2.Assume responsibility for deal negotiations, and preparation of documentation for, acquiring television product and other rights on an acquisition, a co-production, and commission basis for various Discovery Networks. </div> <div> 3.Negotiate all business terms, including back-end participation and ancillary deal components such as home video rights, of programming arrangements.</div> <div> 4.Draft and/or review programming development and production, co-production and acquisition agreements </div> <div> 5.Administer and thoroughly coordinate all business issues, legal concerns and contracts for network programming. </div> <div> 6.Assume accountability for deals under tight timelines while acquiring appropriate rights package within budgetary parameters.</div> <div> 7.Manage business practices in concert with network editorial and creative teams and production management. </div> <div> 8.Provide on-going business and legal advice to internal clients concerning production, broadcast clearance and other issues as needed.</div> <bR> <div> Requirements: </div> <div> *Applicants must have some experience representing or working in-house for a business affairs or legal department of a company in the entertainment field, preferably a cable or broadcast television network</div> <div> *Minimum 4 years or more of experience negotiating transactions in the entertainment field, including broad and in-depth knowledge of television production and acquisition transactions. </div> <div> * Understanding and/or strong working knowledge of copyright law, defamation, privacy and publicity rights.</div> <div> *Minimum 6 years of legal experience with law firm experience strongly preferred.</div> <div> *Strong academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school and Bar admission</div> <div> *Excellent verbal and written communications skills </div> <div> *A demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a very high-volume workload. </div> <div> *Applicants must be self-motivated with demonstrated ability to take the initiative, make firm decisions, and offer a high level of customer service.</div> <div> *Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Lotus Notes, and other software applications are desirable.</div> <div> *Must have the legal right to work in the United States </div> <bR> <div> To be considered for this position, please visit our website at:<A HREF="http:// www.discovery.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http:// www.discovery.com"><U> </U></A><FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http:// www.discovery.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http:// www.discovery.com"><U>www.discovery.com</U></A></FONT>, click on careers@discovery and search for requisition number: 8948. </div> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> Discovery Communications is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div> <div> [posted 5/1/09]</div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> © 2009  Ifcome.com.  All rights reserved.   Use of this Site is conditioned on agreeing to  the <A HREF="id23.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Terms of Use."><U>Terms of Use</U></A>.</div> <div>                                      </div> </td> </tr></table></body>