Counsel, Animation
Culver City , California; (Hybrid)
REQ ID JR108708 Apply View Saved JobsThe Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) Legal department is seeking a productionattorney to support Sony Pictures Animation (SPA). This position entails the drafting and negotiating of contracts in connection with thedevelopment, production and distribution of animated motion picture and television series, including term and employee agreements, working closely with senior business executives and outside counsel.
Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate above-the-line agreementsincluding directors, writers, and voice talent for features, streaming and television series
Draft and negotiate below the line agreements including consultants, artists and independent contractors, and other key crew, as well as other production related agreements
Interact with business affairs, contract administration, finance and other internal groups
Work on legal issues that arise in connection with motion picture and television series development and production, including clearances, labor, employment, and tax issues
Review chain of title documents, prepare chain of title documentation, and identify rights issues
Other matters as needed at the direction of the department’s Senior Vice President
Qualifications
2+ years relevant production legal experience with a studio or entertainment law firm
Strong drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills; experience drafting and negotiating all manner of contracts for development and production deals
Excellent presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal
Professional individual who can build strong relationships, both internally and externally, and is able to comfortably interact with employees at all levels
Meaningful understanding of employment and union issues
Knowledge of contract law and legal issues specific to entertainment law (e.g., production and intellectual property issues)
Capacity to review agreements, trouble-spot legal issues, and comprehend language change requests
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to learn, apply, and understand Company policies and procedures
Member in good standing of the California Bar
Desired Qualities
Talent for research and the initiative to analyze legal questions to present potential solutions
Proactively identify, prioritize and resolve legal issues quickly and effectively
Experience working in animation a plus
Knowledge of production pipeline
Additional Notes:
This position is currently a hybrid work environment with both in-office and remote workdays, it is not a fully remote position
Candidate must be comfortable around a service dog
The anticipated base salary for this position is $140,000-$170,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.
