VP, Business & Legal Affairs, Domestic Distribution & Content Acquisition

Job Description The VP, Business & Legal Affairs for Distribution and Content Acquisitions is an accomplished, highly-skilled and strategically-focused attorney with extensive experience providing legal counsel throughout the ecosystem of licensing, marketing and sales of media content across multiple distribution platforms. Responsibilities Negotiate, draft, interpret, administer and manage content acquisitions from studios for use on all STARZ premium video product via all distribution platforms Negotiate, draft, interpret, administer and manage affiliate distribution licenses for all STARZ premium video product via all distribution platforms, including traditional (cable, satellite and telco), broadband and all other forms of new media platforms Negotiate, draft, interpret, administer and manage agency partnerships for offering the STARZ direct-to-consumer Internet application Support all marketing initiatives for distribution ecosystem Coordinate regulatory compliance of the STARZ premium video product Coordinate with and support the Senior Executive Team and strategic corporate initiatives Manage outside counsel, as appropriate Qualifications & Skills Juris Doctor degree Admitted to the State Bar of New York Minimum of 2 years' experience in a major, reputable law firm focused on IP/transactional practice areas Minimum of 5 years' experience providing content-related legal counsel for major television networks, studios and/or media distribution companies in the United States Superior drafting skills Expert understanding of various distribution architectures and the applicable rights distinctions Mastery of copyright laws and licensing Experience analyzing, reviewing and approving marketing material Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure against deadlines Highly motivated, extremely detail-oriented, organized and able to work independently Compensation $260,000 - $310,000 About

STARZ STARZ

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STRZ) is the leading premium entertainment destination for women and underrepresented audiences, and home to some of the most popular franchises and series on television. STARZ offers a robust programming mix for discerning adult audiences, including boundary-breaking originals and an expansive lineup of blockbuster movies, and is embodied by its brand positioning "We're All Adults Here." Complementary to any platform or service, STARZ is available across a wide range of digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors and is a bundling partner of choice. STARZ is powered by an industry-leading advanced technology, data analytics and digital infrastructure and the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app. Our Benefits Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental Annual discretionary bonus and merit increase Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and wellness days 401(k) company matching Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree) EEO Statement Starz is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Starz will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Starz will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.