Legal Assistant | Entertainment Law | Hybrid | 146587 - Mission Recruiting

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the lifecycle of production agreements, such as vendors, locations, crew members, department heads, music licenses, clearances, and the like.
• Draft, revise negotiate, and finalize a variety of agreements, legal documents, and correspondence for film, television, digital media, and new media talent.
• Communicate with entertainment labor unions such as SAG-AFTRA, DGA, and WGA.
• Conduct legal research and provide support on various legal matters related to media productions and labor union compliance.
• Maintain and update contract templates and status reports.
• Ensure all contracts comply with legal standards and firm policies.
• Demonstrate a positive, client-focused attitude in all client interactions.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a paralegal, contract administrator, or the like in the entertainment industry.
• Working knowledge of entertainment law and media production processes.
• Law Firm experience desired, but not required.
• Experience in U.S. Copyright Office filings (e.g. Form PA, Document Recordation) desired, but not required.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational ability.

Mission Recruiting is proud to represent some of the most prestigious organizations in the country. Contact us today to learn how we can help you explore this and other exciting opportunities.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $120,000

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