Paralegal

Wonder Project•Santa Monica, CA

108d•$90,000 - $105,000

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced Paralegal with a strong entertainment law background to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who loves the startup pace, can wear multiple hats, and wants to help build legal infrastructure while supporting day-to-day operations. You'll work directly with leadership and outside counsel on everything from production agreements to intellectual property matters.

Requirements

3-5+ years of paralegal experience with significant entertainment law exposure (film, television, animation, or content production)
Bachelor's degree; ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate
Deep familiarity with entertainment industry contracts and deal structures
Experience with intellectual property processes (clearances, registrations, licensing)
Proficiency with contract management systems and legal research tools
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Airtable, and Slack
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong business judgment and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Must exercise absolute discretion regarding confidential client and project information.
Self-starter mentality with ability to work independently and build systems from scratch
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience at an entertainment startup or early-stage company
Background in animation, family entertainment, or faith-based content
Familiarity with production legal matters and guild agreements
Experience with corporate transactions (M&A, financing, partnerships)
Working knowledge of privacy laws and data protection regulations
Skills with productivity tools like Notion, Airtable, or project management platforms

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate entertainment industry contracts including talent agreements, producer deals, licensing agreements, option agreements, and production-related contracts
Manage intellectual property matters including trademark filings, copyright registrations, and clearance processes
Coordinate with outside counsel on complex transactions and litigation matters
Conduct legal research on entertainment law issues, rights clearances, and regulatory compliance
Maintain contract management systems and legal databases
Support corporate governance matters including board meetings, equity matters, and corporate filings
Handle vendor agreements, NDAs, and general commercial contracts
Manage legal budgets and outside counsel relationships
Create templates, playbooks, and processes to scale legal operations efficiently