Business Affairs Manager

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain, and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests, and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced, and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Job Purpose

Manager, Business Affairs will be primarily responsible for negotiating script development, series, writer/producer and other talent related agreements on behalf of Universal Studios Group in connection with scripted programming, including, but not limited to, negotiations related to the following: third-party script development agreements; rights acquisitions; license agreements; writer/producer, performer and other talent deals; co-productions; product integrations; music and digital media. This individual will report to an VP, Business Affairs.

Essential Responsibilities
• Handle the day-to-day business affairs issues for current programming on air on broadcast, cable, and SVOD networks.
• Interface and coordinate with the following departments: programming, casting, production, ad sales, legal, labor, promotions, public relations, finance, music, distribution, marketing, network operations, affiliate relations, and affiliated platforms (e.g., Peacock, USA and SYFY).
• Negotiate development, series licensing, production, writer/producer, performer and other talent deals in connection with the development and series production of scripted programming for USG, including third-party transactions.
• Review budgets and other financial data associated with the development and production of such programming.
• Draft short-form deal memos, rights agreements, and performer agreements; review, reviewing agreements for accuracy of terms negotiated and coordinating the processing of invoices based on required contractual obligations of payment authorizations.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements
• Minimum 2 years of experience in transaction or entertainment matters
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

Desired Characteristics
• Juris Doctorate (JD), Bar Admission.
• Prior experience negotiating development and series related agreements (i.e., license agreements, co-production and talent agreements).
• Experienced and effective negotiating skills and excellent drafting skills.
• Detailed oriented and demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Demonstrated experience and willingness to perform at a high level as a team player.
• Working knowledge of the SAG, WGA and DGA basic agreements and the AFTRA Code.
• Network experience a plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced in-house environment.
• Ability to communicate with executives at all levels.
• Good overall business judgment and self-confidence.
• Superior organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize work.
• Demonstrated ability to execute and follow-through.
• Demonstrated initiative; self-starter and accountable.
• Demonstrated ability to assume greater responsibility as circumstances dictate.

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $85,000 - $110,000 (bonus eligible).

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d5q6be-18-218-42-212-42 in your application.