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Hybrid Director, Business and Legal Affairs, Content Acquisitions

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About the role

  • Structure, draft, and negotiate a high volume of content licensing, theatrical, and rights acquisition agreements (rights in) and distribution and license agreements (rights out).
  • Advise on copyright, trademark, chain of title, and other IP issues.
  • Provide practical counsel and creative solutions on deals and legal matters to teams in the U.S. and Japan.
  • Navigate the nuances of anime-specific content agreements, theatrical rights, co-production partnerships, and distribution models.
  • Collaborate with content, distribution, marketing, finance, and product teams to move key initiatives forward.
  • Manage deal templates and ensure agreements remain consistent and aligned with internal policies and emerging legal issues.
  • Report to SVP, Head of Business & Legal Affairs and partner closely with business leaders on content licensing, acquisition, and distribution for anime, digital manga, and videogames.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in commercial contracts, content acquisition / distribution, IP, and media / entertainment law.
  • Hold a JD and be a member in good standing of at least one state bar (CA or NY required, or eligible to register as In-House Counsel in CA).
  • Experience working in-house or at a top-tier law firm supporting major media, streaming, or entertainment companies.
  • Deep experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and providing creative, practical solutions.
  • Expertise in IP rights and trademark/copyright transactional matters.
  • Practical knowledge of TV, film, streaming, digital VOD, and related industries.
  • Strong drafting, organization, and ability to manage multiple deals while meeting deadlines.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and outside counsel.
  • Ability to thrive in evolving areas of the law, balancing complexity and risk with business needs.

Benefits

  • Receive a great compensation package including salary plus performance bonus earning potential, paid annually.
  • Flexible time off policies allowing you to take the time you need to be your whole self.
  • Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance
  • Health Saving Account HSA program
  • Health care and dependent care FSA
  • 401(k) plan, with employer match
  • Employer paid commuter benefit
  • Support program for new parents
  • Pet insurance and some of our offices are pet friendly!

Job title

Director, Business and Legal Affairs, Content Acquisitions

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$190,000 - $230,000 per year

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

Location requirements

HybridLos AngelesUnited States

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