Starz Santa Monica , CA 90405
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Title: Assistant, Business & Legal Affairs
Department: Business and Legal Affairs
Location:
Santa Monica, CA, US, 90404
Summary of Position
Lionsgate is currently seeking an Assistant in the Business and Legal Affairs (Motion Picture Group) department. This position is a great opportunity for a detailed oriented, business-minded individual who is looking for a career in the film industry.
Responsibilities
Provide administrative assistance on a high-volume desk, including answering and managing calls, scheduling meetings and conference calls, and managing calendars and all other administrative assistance
Maintaining very detailed deal status reports
Manage the execution, distribution, and filing of development, production, and post-production agreements
Taking notes on calls, in meetings, and during negotiations
Revising and redlining memos
Manage and coordinate with accounting, payment for talent, options, and all other miscellaneous incoming invoices
Drafting correspondence, memos, and notices for internal and external communication
Managing expenses, payment statements, and invoices
Executing special projects and research, including, without limitation on connection with rights analysis, guild minimums and issues, and deals
Qualifications and Skills
Minimum of 2 years' experience in an administrative support role in the entertainment business
Must be a self-starter
Must have an interest in the business and legal side of the film industry
Must be capable of working with and keeping strictly confidential information
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
Possess excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat)
Must be extremely detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to multi-task
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to read and understand basic contract language (e.g., the ability to pull an actor agreement and find what living allowance they are entitled to receive on set)
Nice to Haves
Experience working at a law firm, talent agency and/or television or motion picture studio or production company
Experience reading and handling legal contracts (e.g., talent agreements)
General knowledge and understanding of the entertainment industry
Working with contract management, file management and database management systems
About the Company
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company's film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.
Our Benefits
Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
401(k) company matching
Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)
Compensation
$43,000 - $45,000
EEO Statement
Lionsgate 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, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.
Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles
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