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DreamWorks Animation

Produces animated films and TV series

Manager – Business Affairs

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeUniversal City, Los Angeles, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in transactional or entertainment matters.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Handle day-to-day business affairs matters for current programming airing on broadcast, cable, and subscription video-on-demand networks.
  • Interface and coordinate with programming, production, ad sales, legal, promotions, public relations, finance, music, distribution, marketing, network operations, affiliate relations, and affiliated platforms, including Peacock and NBC.
  • Negotiate script development, series licensing, production, writer/producer, performer, and other talent deals related to the development and production of scripted and non-scripted programming for Universal Studio Group, including third-party transactions.
  • Review budgets and other financial data associated with the development and production of programming.
  • Draft short-form deal memos, review agreements for accuracy against negotiated terms, and coordinate invoice processing based on contractual payment authorization requirements.

Desired Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor degree and admission to a state bar.
  • Prior experience negotiating development and series-related agreements, including license, co-production, and talent agreements.
  • Solid and effective negotiation and drafting skills.
  • Detail-oriented, with demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment.
  • Demonstrated experience and willingness to perform at a high level as a team player.
  • Working knowledge of Screen Actors Guild, Writers Guild of America, and Directors Guild of America basic agreements and the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists Code.
  • Network experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, in-house environment.
  • Excellent overall business judgment and self-confidence.
  • Superior organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
  • Proven ability to execute and follow through.
  • Exceptional initiative; self-starter and accountable.
  • Demonstrated ability to assume greater responsibility as circumstances dictate.

About the Company

DreamWorks Animation

Produces animated films and TV series

DreamWorks Animation produces animated films and television shows for family and children audiences, creating stories and characters that appeal to multiple generations. Its products are brought to life through a full animation pipeline, including in-house technology like the Moonray rendering platform, and a studio ecosystem that supports development from concept to release. Work combines artistry and engineering to deliver feature films, TV series, and related experiences, with revenue coming from box office, licensing, merchandise, and partnerships with streaming services. The company differentiates itself with its proprietary animation technology, a large creative talent pool at its Glendale campus, and a track record of popular franchises such as How to Train Your Dragon, along with award-winning storytelling. Its goal is to produce high-quality, engaging animated content and advance animation technology while expanding its franchises across theaters, TV, and digital platforms.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$15M
Headquarters
Glendale, CA
Founded
1994

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