Director, Business

OverviewDirector, Business & Legal Affairs, Content Acquisitions – Crunchyroll. We are looking for a business-minded commercial lawyer to join our Legal team as Director, Business & Legal Affairs, Content Acquisitions. You'll focus on content licensing, acquisition, and distribution deals for anime series and films, digital manga, and videogames. You'll report to our SVP, Head of Business & Legal Affairs, and partner closely with business leaders as they find innovative ways to share the joy of anime worldwide.ResponsibilitiesStructure, draft, and negotiate a high volume of content licensing, theatrical, and rights acquisition agreements (rights in) and distribution and license agreements (rights out).Advise on copyright, trademark, chain of title, and other IP issues.Provide practical counsel and creative solutions on deals and legal matters to our teams in the U.S. and Japan.Navigate the nuances of anime-specific content agreements, theatrical rights, co-production partnerships, and distribution models.Collaborate with teams (content, distribution, marketing, finance, and product) to move key initiatives forward.Manage deal templates and ensure agreements remain consistent and aligned with internal policies and emerging legal issues.About CrunchyrollFounded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories, and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave. Whether that experience is online or in-person, streaming video, theatrical, games, merchandise, events and more, it’s powered by the anime content we all love.Join our team, and help us shape the future of animeAbout YouYou have 10+ years of experience in commercial contracts, content acquisition / distribution, IP, and media / entertainment law.You hold a JD and are a member in good standing of at least one state bar (CA or NY required, or eligible to register as In-House Counsel in CA).You have worked in-house or at a top-tier law firm supporting major media, streaming, or entertainment companies.You have deep experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and providing creative, practical solutions.You have expertise in IP rights and trademark/copyright transactional matters.You bring practical knowledge of TV, film, streaming, digital VOD, and related industries, and understand the fast-changing global media landscape.You excel at drafting, organization, and managing multiple deals while meeting deadlines.You communicate effectively and build strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and outside counsel.You thrive in evolving areas of the law, balancing complexity and risk with business needs.Compensation & BenefitsThe Pay Range for this position is listed. Actual pay will vary based on factors including location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Crunchyroll’s Total Rewards. Pay transparency for Los Angeles, CA: $190,000—$230,000 USD.Salary plus performance bonus earning potentialFlexible time off policiesMedical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) programHealth care and dependent care FSA401(k) plan with employer matchEmployer-paid commuter benefitSupport program for new parentsPet insurance and pet-friendly officesOur Values & EquityWe value Courage, Curiosity, Kaizen, and Service. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Questions about Crunchyroll’s hiring process? Please check out our Hiring FAQs and Candidate Privacy Policy for more information. Please beware of scams to online job seekers; only communications from @crunchyroll.com email accounts are legitimate. #J-18808-Ljbffr