Deal Operations Coordinator - Media & Entertainment

BEPC is actively looking for Deal Operations Coordinator, in Newark, NJ area!

W2 Contract – 8 months with possible extensions!

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Pay Rate: $29.42 - $51.49/hour - Determined based on experience (Paid Weekly)

Work Model: Onsite role – 5 days per week

Location Requirement: Candidates must be able to reliably commute to Newark, NJ work location and meet the onsite requirement.

Note : This is a W2 only role — C2C, C2H will not be considered

Summary of the Role:

BEPC is seeking a highly motivated Deal Operations Coordinator to join our client’s site in Newark, New Jersey. This role will support contract execution, data management, deal implementation, and partner onboarding processes as a key member of the Deal Operations Team.

The individual will follow established processes to manage changes throughout the contract lifecycle, maintain strong working relationships with internal and external partners, and ensure the completeness and accuracy of contract data.

The Coordinator will work within the team on specific workflows, collaborating with others as needed. The ideal candidate will be an avid consumer of media with an interest in books and entertainment, a self-starter with strong analytical skills, and someone who thrives in a high-energy, entrepreneurial environment.

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Rights & Contract Management

• Work closely with the Legal, Content Acquisition & Development, and Content Operations teams to facilitate contract execution and support deal implementation.
• Identify the downstream impacts of new contracts and contract changes at the deal, title, and payment levels across relevant systems and teams by following established processes and escalation paths as needed.
• Enter contract terms into the contract database and update internal trackers.
• Ensure existing processes are followed and identify opportunities for improvement.

Payment Operations

• Work closely with the Finance team to onboard new partners into financial and tax systems.
• Request upfront and milestone payments and update relevant trackers.
• Assist in performing monthly and quarterly reviews by ensuring changes are implemented consistently and correctly.

General Operational Support

• Conduct ad-hoc research and analysis.
• Respond to inquiries and trouble tickets.
• Provide general operational support to the Deal, Production & Localization Operations team.
• Participate in data clean-up projects as needed.
• Provide reporting to support departmental operational activities.

Main Qualifications:

• Education : Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent degree.
• Experience : Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Excellent communication skills to work with a wide variety of people.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to handle straightforward problems and projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively with peers and across teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in entertainment, digital media, or publishing and/or experience with contracts and intellectual property (IP) licensing.
• Working knowledge of database concepts and best practices.
• Experience with SQL queries.

About BEPC

BEPC Inc., founded in 2007, is a 100% employee-owned company providing top-tier consulting and staffing solutions across industries like technology, engineering, manufacturing, and project management. At BEPC, we are driven by innovation and a commitment to excellence. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our team members thrive. With competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, BEPC is dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional growth.

Apply Now!

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting an up-to-date resume that highlights how your experience aligns with the role. Please include specific examples that demonstrate your qualifications. We look forward to connecting with you!