• Job Description

  Req#: R-3899

  Job Description

  We are looking for a junior attorney to support various AMC businesses that acquire content and develop, produc e, and distribut e original content – both scripted and unscripted long form content . This role will get exposure to other aspects of AMC’s business from brand franchising to corporate . This position r eports to Counsel, L egal & Business Affairs.

  RESPONSIBLITIES:

  • Draft , negotiate and review various development and production-related agreements in connection with original ly produced content for AMC, WE tv and SVOD service ALLBLK .

  • Research and summarize contractual rights in connection with original content and select joint ventures .

  • Counsel stakeholders at the various business unit s regarding interpretation of contractual rights and other legal issues related to production , distribution and corporate matters .

  • Draft and negotiate various license agreements and vendor agreements relating to brand franchis ing .

  • Draft content acquisition agreements .

  • Provid e advice and risk assessment on rights and clearance issues , including creative and content vetting .

  • Assist in continually revising and improving form agreements .

  • Assist in providing day-to-day business and legal support to acquisition, development, production and brand franchise business unit s , as well as other connected b usiness unit s as needed .

  QUALIFICATIONS:

  • J.D. from a top law school, strong academic credentials .

  • Member of NY or CA Bar in good standing .

  • Minimum 2 years relevant experience, including experience at a la w firm with an emphasis on drafting and negotiating contracts. Ideal experience would also include in-house legal or business affairs department of a studio , advertising agency, production company or other comparable media company .

  • Familiarity with TV development, production and distribution (including digital/streaming platforms) and union and guild issues .

  • Excellent negotiating, drafting, analytical and communication skills (written and oral), and ability to work with others within group and across divisions .

  • Self-starter with a v ery strong attention to detail .

  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects at once, follow through and meet deadlines .

  • Eagerness and ability to learn and retain new substantive matters quickly .

  • Ability to juggle a high-volume work flow and adapt to shifting priorities .

  • Ability to demonstrate problem-solving and sound judgment even in ambiguous situations .

  • Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams .

  • Strong analytical and computer skills .

  The base compensation range for this position is $120,000.00 to $135,000.00, commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

  The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

• About the company

  AMC Networks Inc. is an American entertainment company headquartered in 11 Penn Plaza, New York, that owns and operates the cable channels AMC, IFC, We TV, BBC America, and SundanceTV; the art house movie theater IFC Center in New York City; the indepe...

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