Director Business Legal Affairs ( {{city}})

63 Days Old

Job Title: Director, Business & Legal Affairs Department: Business & Legal Affairs Direct Report: EVP, Business & Legal Affairs
Position Overview As Director, Business & Legal Affairs, you will be responsible for the review, negotiation and drafting of agreements for the companys record label and music publishing businesses, as well as providing counsel in connection with its day-to-day operations and activities.
Essential Job Functions o Negotiate and draft a wide variety of music industry agreements, including recording agreements, publishing agreements, termination/release, manufacturing and distribution, side artist clearances, soundtrack, video production, artwork/photography, appearance releases, NDAs, contest and sweepstakes rules, and various types of licenses o Draft related approval memos and contract summaries o Advise other departments regarding contractual obligations and restrictions o Review artwork, label copy, videos, advertising and other assets and materials o Identify and analyze risks related to companys distribution of content and other business activities o Counsel Finance, Royalties and Rights Management departments with respect to contractual interpretation and clearance-related issues o Investigate and respond to claims as necessary
Requirements o JD from a top law school o Authorization to practice law in Tennessee o Minimum of 3 years transactional legal experience in a media/entertainment company or related law practice, preference for experience with recorded music and/or music publishing o Strong drafting, negotiating, analytical and organizational skills o In depth understanding of law applicable to the music business
Other Skills/Abilities o Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook o Strong interpersonal skills o Excellent oral and written communication skills o Superior attention to detail o Music industry experience preferred o Ability to handle a high-volume workload efficiently o Ability to work in a small, fast-paced department o Ability to balance competing priorities
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Location:
Nashville
Job Type:
PartTime
Category:
Nan

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