Legal Coordinator, WME Independent

Job Description

Company Description: WME Independent, the film sales and financing division of WME, seeks a dynamic and motivated attorney to join its bustling Business & Legal Affairs team. Our department works closely with agents, artists, and production companies to bring independent feature films to audiences around the globe; recent representative movies from WME Independent include the Academy Award nominated ''The Lost Daughter,'' the Emmy Award winning ''Bad Education,'' and ''Cha Cha Real Smooth,'' the recipient of the 2022 Sundance Film Festival Audience Award.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee the workflow tracking, contract management, and legal delivery for a fast-paced Business and Legal Affairs group working across film sales, advisory, finance, and various other internal departments.
• Drafting and reviewing sales representation, distribution, licensing, and financing contracts for independent films in varying stages of production.
• Prepare and manage legal correspondence, including termination letters, notices of default, and amendments with external parties.
• Work closely with sales and finance departments to advise on deal statuses, precedents, and other legal matters.
• Maintaining and populating various contract status reports for the Business and Legal Affairs group.

REQUIREMENTS
• 1-2 years legal experience – previous work or internships in a Film business affairs department, legal affairs department and/or entertainment law firm are a plus.
• JD required; CA Bar License or eligible to register as in-house counsel with CA Bar.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and an ability to perform well under pressure.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills and familiarity with contracts related to the licensing of feature films.

Endeavor is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r00p46-3-142-250-114-42 in your application.