Senior Product & Commercial Counsel

VSCO•San Francisco, CA

6d•$240,000 - $260,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VSCO (pronounced vis–co) is a complete photography platform—editing tools, portfolio sites, client workflows, and community—that helps photographers hone their craft, grow their network, and build a photography business on their terms. VSCO is where photographers turn pro. Whether they’re landing their first paid gig or growing an established practice, VSCO champions photographers at every stage of the journey. Our mission is simple: to close the gap between the creative life photographers want and the confidence, tools, and community they need to make it real. We are looking for people who are driven and demonstrate initiative in taking our company mission to the next level. Employees here have the opportunity to make a big impact, and we believe that when we build together, we achieve stronger outcomes than we could alone. Our values are critical pillars to our team culture and shape the way we hire. Read more about what you can expect when working at VSCO on our Careers Page. As Senior Product & Commercial Counsel, you’ll report to the General Counsel and play a key role in shaping VSCO’s product, marketing, and commercial strategy. You’ll lead complex deal work, guide product and marketing launches, and help scale our legal operations – all while balancing risk with a creator-first mindset.

Requirements

JD and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state.
6+ years of relevant experience (combination of top-tier law firm and in-house preferred).
Strong experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements and building scalable templates.
Working knowledge of data privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA) and platform regulations (e.g., DSA and Online Safety Acts).
Solid grounding in intellectual property law (trademark, copyright, and patents).
Experience with or interest in optimizing contract management systems and processes.
Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, practical guidance.
Strong judgment and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a pragmatic approach to risk.
Excellent communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience implementing and managing privacy programs.
Familiarity with legal operations and a desire to drive efficiencies.
A passion for photography and creative communities.

Responsibilities

Partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Brand & Design, and other business teams to embed legal guidance into product development and go-to-market strategy.
Draft, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements (SaaS, partnerships, marketing, events, and vendor).
Own and evolve VSCO’s contracting processes and systems to drive efficiency, visibility, and scale.
Research and advise on privacy, intellectual property, and platform regulations.
Ensure compliance with U.S. and international laws, including promotions (sweepstakes, giveaways) and content licensing.
Serve as a trusted advisor on content policy and IP matters (trademarks, copyrights, and patents).
Monitor legal and regulatory developments and translate them into actionable guidance for the business
Collaborate with outside counsel and efficiently manage legal spend.
Develop practical training and resources to empower teams to navigate legal considerations.
Help modernize legal operations, including leveraging AI to improve workflows and scale impact.