Vice President, Distribution Legal - MVPD Focus

Fox News Network•Los Angeles, CA

9d•$247,000 - $330,000

About The Position

The Vice President, Distribution Legal will provide advice and support with respect to Fox's distribution relationships for its portfolio of linear and digital properties across MVPDs, virtual MVPDs, and digital platforms. This includes carriage of Fox's broadcast stations and national cable networks, and licensing FOX network content to station groups.

Requirements

8+ years of law firm in-house legal experience in media distribution
JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership
Proven success in drafting and negotiating a wide range of distribution agreements
Substantial knowledge of digital and traditional content distribution pipelines
Extensive knowledge of the entertainment industry, with a particular focus on distribution channels and trends
Demonstrated knowledge of the legal and regulatory landscape related to traditional and digital distribution
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities independently
Expertise in contract law, with a superb track record in negotiating complex agreements
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

Responsibilities

Lead negotiations, drafting, and structuring of complex distribution and licensing agreements with MVPDs, vMVPDs, and station groups
Advise the business on legal risk and compliance obligations associated with traditional and digital distribution of Fox content
Partner with executives and internal stakeholders across business, product, and technology teams to align deal execution with Fox's broader corporate objectives
Stay ahead of trends in distribution models, digital platforms, ad tech, data privacy, security, and evolving consumer functionality
Act as a trusted advisor to department executives, offering solutions-oriented guidance on contract interpretation and long-term strategic opportunities