Junior Business Affairs Executive

About us

Gersh is a leading global entertainment and sports agency, representing a diverse roster of clients across film, television, sports, theater, comedy, branding, publishing, and digital media. Gersh is the fastest-growing major agency, respected for its hands-on, client-first approach and commitment to driving innovation and success. Following an equity investment from Crestview Partners in 2023, Gersh has advanced its long-term growth plan, acquiring the Digital and Alternative departments of the A3 Agency and You First—one of the world’s top sports and entertainment agencies. With clients at the heart of every decision, Gersh leverages strategic insights and decades of experience to strengthen its resources, empowering clients to achieve success across the global media landscape.

Position Overview

The Junior Business Affairs Executive supports the review, coordination, and administration of client deals and agreements. This role provides an opportunity to develop a strong understanding of entertainment industry contracts, union regulations, and business affairs practices across film, television, digital media, and brand partnerships. Working closely with senior team members, the individual will assist in analyzing deal terms, tracking agreements, and helping ensure that client interests are protected while minimizing legal and financial risk.

Duties

• Assist in the review and analysis of talent agreements across film, television, streaming, digital media, endorsements, and licensing.
• Draft, revise, and organize deal memos, short-form agreements, long-form contracts, amendments, and related documentation.
• Support senior business affairs executives in deal negotiations and contract administration.
• Conduct legal and business research related to compensation structures, rights ownership, union requirements, and industry practices.
• Help identify potential legal, financial, and business risks within agreements and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Coordinate with agents, attorneys, clients, and other internal stakeholders to facilitate deal review and execution.
• Track contract status, key terms, obligations, and deadlines throughout the deal lifecycle.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable guild and union regulations, including SAG-AFTRA, WGA, and DGA requirements.
• Maintain accurate contract records and support ongoing reporting and documentation initiatives.
• Stay informed on entertainment industry trends, evolving deal structures, and market developments.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active admission to the New York or California Bar required.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience in business affairs, entertainment law, transactional legal practice, or a related field preferred.
• Working knowledge of entertainment contracts, deal structures, and industry practices.
• Strong legal research, drafting, analytical, and issue-spotting skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and strong project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong interest in developing a career in business affairs within the entertainment industry.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract management or document management systems preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at a talent agency, entertainment law firm, studio, production company or branding agency.
• Exposure to digital media, influencer/brand partnership, appearance, film, television, and NDA agreements.
• Familiarity with guild and union agreements and regulations.

Compensation

$100-110K

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.