Music Counsel

Fox Corporation•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$114,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

FOX Corporation is seeking a music attorney to join its Music Business & Legal Affairs department, reporting to the Vice President of Music Business & Legal Affairs. The Music Business & Legal Affairs team is responsible for advising the various clients across FOX Corporation, including Sports and Entertainment, on a wide array of media, music and entertainment issues. This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week in Century City, CA offices

Requirements

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
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
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
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
Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

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