Business Affairs Specialist

Business Affairs Specialist (Chicago) – Omnicom Production What We Do We design, implement and optimize breakthrough content production models, delivering simplicity, efficiencies, and the connectivity and consistency of content that powers brand growth. Our flexible models combine content experience, production solutions, and global delivery. We bring ideas to life in all mediums, all channels and all stages of the production process. We multiply and lead with innovative technologies including real-time 3D, virtual production, automation and generative content. Who We Are Born from the leading creative and media agencies and engineered for a data-driven world, we provide scaled content solutions, industry‑leading content development, production excellence and unmatched global delivery capabilities. You won’t find a more diverse set of clients or projects. We work in every medium in every market. You’ll deepen your expertise while stretching in new directions—with support. We believe building a community that fosters growth, belonging, and connection is as rewarding as the work itself. Come for the work. Stay for the people. Location: Chicago Reports To: Regional Director of Business Affairs Compensation: $2,500 to $3,000 a week About This Role The Business Affairs Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the business affairs function within the region for various clients. This role involves negotiating and drafting contracts, ensuring legal compliance, and supporting various departments to facilitate smooth production processes. The Business Affairs Specialist will work closely with internal teams and external partners to protect the agency’s interests and those of its clients. Responsibilities Assist in drafting and reviewing contracts, including talent agreements, production supplier agreements, NDAs, and image licenses Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies in all business dealings Support the clearance of video scripts with relevant regulatory bodies for domestic and international markets Help secure and clear rights for third-party content used in client productions Coordinate with talent representatives to assist in facilitating talent agreements and solutions Aid in vetting productions by ensuring insurance coverage, conducting risk assessments, and performing background checks on talent Help prepare casting briefs for producers when working with casting directors and production companies Collaborate with music agencies to secure composer agreements, obtain permissions from publishers, and manage licensed track usage Support producers throughout the production process, providing assistance from pre‑production to final delivery Help implement and manage Digital Assets Management systems for post‑production activities Provide general administrative support to the business affairs team, including maintaining organized project documentation and files Requirements 6 to 10 years experience working with production contracts Strong understanding of business affairs, legal compliance, and contract negotiation within the advertising and entertainment industries Excellent organizational and time management skills Effective communication and interpersonal skills Strong understanding and application of the SAG‑AFTRA Commercials Code and other applicable union agreements Proficiency in contract management and Digital Assets Management systems Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving abilities Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment A Quick Note on Email Safety We care about your candidate experience and want to make sure you feel confident communicating with us. All official emails from our recruiting team will only come from the domains @Omnicomproduction.com or @omc.com —never from generic platforms like Webex. Your first interview will always be with a real person on our team, not an automated system. If something feels off, we encourage you to double‑check before replying. You can reach us at recruiting@omc.com We are committed to fostering an environment ripe for creativity and variety of thought and it starts with you. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Please refer to our privacy policy here. #J-18808-Ljbffr