Full-Time

Senior Counsel

Business & Legal Affairs, International Content Acquisition & Distribution

Posted on 1/10/2025

Roku

Roku

1,001-5,000 employees

Streaming devices and content distribution platform

Compensation Overview

$211k - $317kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Santa Monica, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: New York, NY, USA

The position is based either in Roku’s Santa Monica or New York City office.

Category
Legal
Risk & Compliance
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • 7+ years of transactional legal experience at a law firm and/or a corporate legal department (and preferably a digital media or technology company), with an emphasis on drafting and negotiating content licensing and digital distribution transactions.
  • Significant experience drafting and negotiating digital media and technology agreements for ad-supported, transactional and subscription services, with a detailed working knowledge of applicable commercial deal structures and, ideally, familiarity with the video advertising technology ecosystem.
  • Prior experience with intellectual property, data privacy and security issues in the context of digital media and technology transactions, and familiarity with the relevant business terms and structures.
  • Bachelor’s degree and a Juris Doctorate degree from a U.S. accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in the State of California or New York.
Responsibilities
  • Draft and negotiate agreements with application developers and content publishers for distribution of third-party applications.
  • Draft and negotiate OTT licensing and distribution agreements with providers of subscription services, for exploitation.
  • Draft and negotiate advertising terms with ad-supported streaming service providers.
  • Draft and maintain click-through license and distribution agreements.
  • Advise the Content Acquisition and Distribution teams on content-related matters and support cross-departmental collaboration.
  • Advise on legal matters arising from the development of new features for content delivery and content monetization on the Roku Channel and platform.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the growth and expansion of the Roku Channel, including Finance, Ad Tech and Content Security.
  • Support colleagues in Legal (including by working with outside counsel) with respect to the assessment of content-related regulations and best practices.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing effective organizational skills to prioritize and manage aggressive deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects for multiple stakeholders. Successful experience working with a high-growth or startup media or technology company is a plus.
  • Ability to dynamically assess risk and determine priorities based on the evolving needs of the business, and to provide practical, risk-appropriate solutions combining expert legal judgment with detailed product knowledge.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-department, cross-functional role, exercising leadership as needed to create legal structures for new service and product initiatives.
  • Ability to think clearly and succinctly, and to cogently articulate a negotiating position, as well as to draft contracts in clear, concise language.

Roku operates in the streaming television market, providing a variety of products such as Roku-branded TVs, streaming players, and audio equipment. Their products are powered by a specialized operating system that enhances the home theater experience. Roku also creates exclusive content through Roku Originals, which is available on The Roku Channel, a free streaming service that reaches around 80 million households. The company generates revenue through hardware sales, advertising, and content distribution, setting it apart from competitors by offering both a wide range of devices and a free content platform.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2002

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What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Thema expands Roku's international content offerings.
  • Collaboration with Philips enhances Roku's premium smart TV lineup.
  • Roku's new QLED TV models strengthen its presence in the UK market.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Amazon and Google threatens Roku's market share.
  • Roku's ad revenue is vulnerable to shifts towards digital platforms.
  • New international content may not engage Roku's core US audience.

What makes Roku unique

  • Roku's proprietary OS offers a seamless and user-friendly streaming experience.
  • Roku Originals provide exclusive content, enhancing The Roku Channel's appeal.
  • Roku's diverse product range includes TVs, streaming players, and audio equipment.

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Benefits

Unlimited vacation days

Medical, wellness, and financial benefits

Free snacks and access to fitness center at headquarters

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-1%
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