We're seeking an exceptional candidate to join as a Paralegal. Candidate will be working in both domestic and international matters for multiple lines of business. Candidate must be extremely detail-oriented and organized with an ability to multitask and make quick decisions. Great communication skills, ability to prioritize, and ability to deal with multiple deadlines is a must. Ideal candidate will have great credentials and an interest in learning about multiple businesses and music legal and business affairs.

Objectives of this role

1. Draft, review, redline and administer music agreements and standard forms for multiple lines of business including songwriter agreements, artist and producer agreements, master use licenses, synchronization and master licenses, name and likeness releases, artist releases, record company and music publishing waivers, and music library agreements.

2. Research rights, maintain standard forms and work with licensors and business units to ensure accurate negotiated forms are being used.

3. Review, analyze, draft and redraft music licenses with licensors where there are no negotiated forms.

4. Work directly with business units to help identify proposed solutions for music related issues, and implement, maintain, and improve music clearance processes with various teams.

5. Work directly with marketing teams on music licensing activities from securing quotes to final agreements.

6. Interact with various internal executives and external talent and representatives including attorneys, managers, record labels and music publishers.

Responsibilities

- 2 years' minimum of experience in the music industry, preferably with a law firm or record label, publishing company, etc.

- Familiarity with music production and distribution deal structures.

- Significant attention to detail.

- Excellent writing skills and superior contract law knowledge.

- Can confidently handle project ownership from start to finish.

- Capable of multi-tasking and meeting deadlines within a challenging, fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

- Ability to maintain a positive attitude while working under pressure.

- Must be a team player, self-starter and skilled in spotting issues and mistakes in

legal documents.

- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and office-related software.

This is a part-time/gig based opportunity, but we will be contracting with this candidate on an ongoing bases.

Hourly or block rate offered. Rate based upon experience.? Reference: ECNJOBID-104-238-37-45 in the application

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Paralegal, Entertainment