Elevate Inc
Our customer, an American multinational mass media company, is seeking a Music Attorney to join its Music Business & Legal Affairs department on a temporary basis, with the possibility of extension, reporting to the Vice President of Music Business & Legal Affairs.
Role Purpose. The Music Business and Legal affairs team is responsible for advising the various clients across the company, including Sports and Entertainment, on a wide array of media, music and entertainment issues.
Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA / San Francisco, California, USA (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 Months (with the potential for extension)
Hours per Week: 40 hours per week
Job Duties
- Negotiate, draft, review and analyze music licensing agreements to maintain consistent terms of use across multiple business divisions and platforms.
- Negotiate, draft, review, and analyze music agreements for songwriters, performer, producers, mixers, and other talent.
- Establish procedures and maintain status reports respecting music licenses and engagements for various sports and entertainment programs.
- Provide accurate and timely advice to client groups - including production, marketing, and digital groups- regarding music rights, clearances, union and society issues respecting the use of content on their platforms.
- Assist with soundtrack distribution agreements and related royalty obligations.
- Provide general advice and support concerning intellectual property rights, music publishing and royalty collection matters.
- Maintain the integrity of business practices and policies.
- JD or LLM degree from an accredited law school
- Member of the California State Bar, or willingness and qualification to be registered in-house counsel in California
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as counsel in a film/tv music business affairs department or 1 year of full time music law experience at a law firm
- A solid understanding of the film/tv music business, including the roles of music publishers, labels, and collection societies.
- Strong background in the area of copyright law (US and foreign) and intellectual property matters.
- High level of professionalism, with an ability to manage high transactional volume in a deadline-intensive environment
- A collaborative work style and excellent interpersonal skills, willing to respond quickly and effectively to client concerns, questions, and issues
- Self-reliant and well-organized, maintaining attention to detail and taking responsibility for new projects
- Creativity and intellectual curiosity, with an ability to adapt to new challenges and changing circumstances
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week in Century City, CA offices.
To apply:
If you are qualified, interested, and available, please send 1) your WORD version resume and 2) an email stating why you are a good fit for this position to anant.raj@elevate.law
ElevateFlex provides an unparalleled platform for you to work with innovative companies and law firms worldwide on various exciting and challenging roles. We pride ourselves on respecting your individuality and choice of career, allowing you to bring your very best to each role, to continue to develop your experience, expertise, and professional network, and be supported with a package of benefits tailored to your needs.
As a member of our talent community, you will benefit from Elevate's curated training suite to enhance and develop your skills. You will have access to hands-on support, networking opportunities, and accessing the most up-to-date resources. By joining our global community of Talent, you will get the opportunity to work with our best top law firms and law department customers.
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As a strong proponent of diversity, equitability, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team - help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.