Sr. Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs, Domestic Distribution & Content Acquisitions

Starz•New York, NY

30d•$180,000 - $220,000

About The Position

The Senior Counsel, Business & Legal Affairs for Distribution and Content Acquisitions is an accomplished, highly-skilled and strategically-focused attorney with deep experience in commercial transactions.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree
Admitted to the State Bar of New York
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a major, reputable law firm focused on IP, media and/or transactional practice areas
Experience providing legal counsel for major television networks, studios and/or media distribution companies
Superior drafting skills
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure against deadlines
Highly motivated, extremely detail-oriented, organized and able to work independently

Responsibilities

Negotiate, draft, interpret, administer and manage affiliate distribution agreements for all STARZ premium video product via all distribution platforms, including traditional (cable, satellite and telco), broadband and all other forms of new media platforms
Negotiate, draft, interpret, administer and manage agency partnerships for offering the STARZ direct-to-consumer Internet application
Negotiate, draft, interpret, administer and manage content acquisitions from studios for use on all STARZ premium video product via all distribution platforms
Support all marketing initiatives for distribution ecosystem
Coordinate regulatory compliance of the STARZ premium video product
Coordinate with and support the Senior Executive Team and strategic corporate initiatives

Benefits

Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase
Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days
401(k) company matching
Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

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