Business Affairs Executive

3 weeks ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Black Bear Full time
Job Title: Business Affairs Executive

Black Bear, a leading independent film and TV studio, is seeking a seasoned Business Affairs executive to join its Los Angeles office. The studio behind critically acclaimed films such as The Imitation Game and Mudbound, Black Bear is looking for a candidate with extensive knowledge of development, production, and finance, as well as excellent negotiation and drafting skills.

Responsibilities:
  • Main point of contact for all legal and business affairs at Black Bear, reporting to the CEO and President of Production & Operations.
  • Negotiate and draft various agreements, including option/purchase agreements, shopping agreements, above-the-line talent agreements, production financing term sheets, and long-form agreements.
  • Work with collection agents to put in place CAMAs, liaise with applicable guilds on all relevant documentation, and oversee the creation of company single-purpose production entities and relevant organizational documents.
  • Negotiate and draft internal employment agreements, and manage any legal issues arising from same.
  • Oversee outside counsel on corporate matters, including M&A and new business initiatives.
  • Review on behalf of Black Bear's managers any booking contracts to address internal questions or concerns related to contracted business terms, bookings, or billing for our management clients.
  • Liaise closely with Black Bear's portfolio companies, and communicate effectively internally with creative teams, physical production, managers, and finance.
Requirements/Qualifications:
  • Minimum 8 years proven experience practicing law in the entertainment industry with a highly keen understanding of the nuances of independent film development, production, and finance.
  • Effective negotiating ability, excellent drafting skills, strong business judgment, and unquestioned ethics.
  • Ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple assignments, and meet key deadlines with attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • A team-driven mentality mixed with a self-motivated capability.


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