Director, Business Affairs

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Business Affairs will be primarily responsible for negotiating script development, series, writer/producer and other talent related agreements on behalf of Universal Television in connection with scripted programming, including, but not limited to, negotiations related to the following: script development agreements; writer/producer, performer and other talent deals; option and rights deals; co-productions; license agreements; and product integrations. This individual will report to a VP, Business Affairs. Here you can: Handle the day-to-day business affairs issues for current programming on air on broadcast, and SVOD networks. Interface and coordinate with the following departments: casting, production, ad sales, legal, labor, promotions, public relations, finance, music, distribution, and marketing, Negotiate script development, series licensing, production, writer/producer, performer and other talent deals in connection with the development and series production of scripted programming for Universal Television, including third-party transactions. Review budgets and other financial data associated with the development and production of such programming. Draft short-form deal memos, rights agreements, and performer agreements; review agreements for accuracy of terms negotiated and coordinating the processing of invoices based on required contractual obligations of payment authorizations.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in transaction or entertainment matters
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
Working knowledge of the SAG-AFTRA, WGA and DGA basic agreements.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced in-house environment.
Good overall business judgment and self-confidence.
Superior organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
Demonstrated ability to execute and follow-through.
Demonstrated initiative; self-starter and accountable.
Demonstrated ability to assume greater responsibility as circumstances dictate.

Nice To Haves

Juris Doctorate (JD), Bar Admission
Prior experience negotiating development and series related agreements (i.e., license agreements, co-production and talent agreements).
Solid and effective negotiating skills and excellent drafting skills.
Detailed oriented and demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment.
Demonstrated experience and willingness to perform at a high level as a team player.
Network experience a plus.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Handle the day-to-day business affairs issues for current programming on air on broadcast, and SVOD networks.
Interface and coordinate with the following departments: casting, production, ad sales, legal, labor, promotions, public relations, finance, music, distribution, and marketing.
Negotiate script development, series licensing, production, writer/producer, performer and other talent deals in connection with the development and series production of scripted programming for Universal Television, including third-party transactions.
Review budgets and other financial data associated with the development and production of such programming.
Draft short-form deal memos, rights agreements, and performer agreements; review agreements for accuracy of terms negotiated and coordinating the processing of invoices based on required contractual obligations of payment authorizations.