Manager of Business Affairs, Entertainment Originals
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Location: Newark, NJ 07104
Description:
At Audible, we believe stories have the power to transform lives. It's why we work with some of the world's leading creators to produce and share audio storytelling with our millions of global listeners. We are dreamers and inventors who come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences to empower and inspire each other. Imagine your future with us.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Audible (a division of Amazon Global Media Entertainment) is seeking an experienced entertainment lawyer to support the original and acquired programming groups. In this position, the Manager of Business Affairs will collaborate with creative executives and top tier partners in audio, TV, film, music and theater as they work to deliver Audible customers high quality original content for adaptation on the air, screen and stage. This position reports to the Head of Business Affairs, Performance and Theater.
ABOUT YOU
You're a valued strategic partner with a history of structuring and closing deals in the entertainment and new media industries and are ready to assist the global Audible team in negotiating terms that benefit Audible and delights its customers.
As a Manager of Business Affairs, Entertainment Originals, you will...
- Serve as lead or second chair negotiator on deals for creators, producers and rights-holders of original audio content for the development, acquisition, and production of entertainment originals
- Draft short form deal memos memorializing key negotiated terms, and review long-form agreements that the legal team produces from these memos prior to signature
- Partner with internal legal teams to identify and address upfront possible business and legal risks associated with proposed productions
- Coordinate closely with members of the content teams to maintain consistency in messaging and policy
- Interface on a daily basis with cross-functional groups at Audible and Amazon, including creative content, production, legal, marketing, publicity, tax, finance, and royalties
- Manage, prioritize, and execute high volume deal flow against specific metrics
- Track and communicate deal terms within the organization and provide for first line of enforcement of deal terms if necessary
- Grow and maintain relationships with existing and potential entertainment industry partners such as film/TV studios, celebrities, production studios, writers, agents, managers, and publishers
- Build relationships and represent the entertainment deals' team to various internal stakeholders including Editorial/Creative, Finance, Business Intelligence, Marketing, Public Relations, Content Services, Content Partnerships, and Content Creation teams
- Identify and prepare projects for internal support and valuation by presenting data, preparing budgets, P&Ls, and drafting proposed deal terms
ABOUT AUDIBLE
Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners' imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. We are a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are dreamers and inventors who are passionate about the positive impact Audible can make for our customers and our neighbors. This spirit courses throughout Audible, supporting a culture of creativity and inclusion built on our People Principles and our mission to build more equitable communities in the cities we call home.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school
- 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house transactional experience working for a production company, streamer, studio, or television network
- Understanding of intellectual property concepts (including copyright and trademark)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bar admission
- Experience in the audio, theater, television, motion picture and/or music industries
- Experience and/or understanding of business models in both digital and traditional media
- Drafting, negotiation, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to distill complex concepts and ideas to their essence, allowing them be accessible across different levels of an organization
- Organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
- Ability to efficiently juggle large volumes of work under aggressive and competing deadlines
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Audible (a division of Amazon Global Media Entertainment) is seeking an experienced entertainment lawyer to support the original and acquired programming groups. In this position, the Manager of Business Affairs will collaborate with creative executives and top tier partners in audio, TV, film, music and theater as they work to deliver Audible customers high quality original content for adaptation on the air, screen and stage. This position reports to the Head of Business Affairs, Performance and Theater.
ABOUT YOU
You're a valued strategic partner with a history of structuring and closing deals in the entertainment and new media industries and are ready to assist the global Audible team in negotiating terms that benefit Audible and delights its customers.
As a Manager of Business Affairs, Entertainment Originals, you will...
- Serve as lead or second chair negotiator on deals for creators, producers and rights-holders of original audio content for the development, acquisition, and production of entertainment originals
- Draft short form deal memos memorializing key negotiated terms, and review long-form agreements that the legal team produces from these memos prior to signature
- Partner with internal legal teams to identify and address upfront possible business and legal risks associated with proposed productions
- Coordinate closely with members of the content teams to maintain consistency in messaging and policy
- Interface on a daily basis with cross-functional groups at Audible and Amazon, including creative content, production, legal, marketing, publicity, tax, finance, and royalties
- Manage, prioritize, and execute high volume deal flow against specific metrics
- Track and communicate deal terms within the organization and provide for first line of enforcement of deal terms if necessary
- Grow and maintain relationships with existing and potential entertainment industry partners such as film/TV studios, celebrities, production studios, writers, agents, managers, and publishers
- Build relationships and represent the entertainment deals' team to various internal stakeholders including Editorial/Creative, Finance, Business Intelligence, Marketing, Public Relations, Content Services, Content Partnerships, and Content Creation teams
- Identify and prepare projects for internal support and valuation by presenting data, preparing budgets, P&Ls, and drafting proposed deal terms
ABOUT AUDIBLE
Audible is the leading producer and provider of audio storytelling. We spark listeners' imaginations, offering immersive, cinematic experiences full of inspiration and insight to enrich our customers daily lives. We are a global company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are dreamers and inventors who are passionate about the positive impact Audible can make for our customers and our neighbors. This spirit courses throughout Audible, supporting a culture of creativity and inclusion built on our People Principles and our mission to build more equitable communities in the cities we call home.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school
- 5+ years of law firm and/or in-house transactional experience working for a production company, streamer, studio, or television network
- Understanding of intellectual property concepts (including copyright and trademark)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bar admission
- Experience in the audio, theater, television, motion picture and/or music industries
- Experience and/or understanding of business models in both digital and traditional media
- Drafting, negotiation, analytical, and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to distill complex concepts and ideas to their essence, allowing them be accessible across different levels of an organization
- Organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
- Ability to efficiently juggle large volumes of work under aggressive and competing deadlines
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.