Tv Acquisition/distribution- Senior Counsel

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom The Legists Full time

**TV DISTRIBUTION**
**4++ YEARS’ PQE**
**INTERNATIONAL MEDIA COMPANY
LONDON/HYBRID**

Our client is a global leader in the production and distribution of premium film and television content. We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced lawyer to support the International TV Distribution team with a particular focus on rights in (acquisitions).

Key Accountabilities:

- Negotiate, structure, draft and review agreements for the acquisition of distribution rights from producers in scripted and non-scripted television programmes including distribution agreements, development funding agreements, co-production agreements, firstlook agreements, output agreements, sales agent / representation agreements.
- Provide advice on underlying rights, copyright and other IP issues, as well as compliance and regulatory matters.
- Provide day-to-day support and guidance for the International TV distribution team generally in relation to specific deals as the business expands.

**Requirements**:

- Qualified lawyer with experience working in a television sales or distribution business & legal affairs department.
- Detailed knowledge of contract and commercial law; understanding of IP (copyright) and competition law.
- Proven media sector experience gained in a media-focused practice or in-house; at a broadcaster, producer or major studio.
- Expertise in television distribution and licensing agreements is essential in the areas of scripted TV series and digital media.
- Management experience desirable.

We are open to considering lawyers from either private practice or in-house. You may have had experience working in or for a broadcaster, producer or major studio. Cultural fit will be paramount.This is an opportunity to work in a highly creative environmentwith smart, dynamic and friendly people who really enjoy what they do.

KL ref: GdP/2845



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