Business Affairs Manager

Agency:

Martin

Job Function:

Production

Job Subfunction:

Business Affairs

Job Description:

We are a creatively led agency that focuses on storytelling and craft in a multimedia universe. We are looking for a solution oriented business affairs manager who enjoys collaborating with creative teams and other like-minded creators. You will be the key connection point between production and account teams for all legal talent and licensing matters. A true creative advocate who sees possibilities over problems to help shape and enable the creation of break-through culturally relevant work.

Essential Functions:

Manages the following for select clients:

Talent

Estimate talent session and use fees Union and Non-Union

Negotiate prepare and process talent contracts; union and nonunion from scale to celebrity

Advises on all talent matters throughout project lifecycle

Legal

Manage script legal review and share results with agency team

Supervise the network clearance process

Facilitate knock-out and preliminary trademark searches

Negotiate licenses with third-party IP rights holders including music

Perform duties as assigned

Collaboration

Works with creative account production and client teams

Keeps supervisor updated on the status of work

Exercises judgement and discretion and elevates matters as needed

Works within the business affairs team to further develop departmental procedures

Innovation

Keeps up on current trends inside and outside of the industry

Strives to find better and smarter ways to do things

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Proficient knowledge of the SAG-AFTRA and AFofM commercial codes

Growing expertise of music celebrity and third-party licensing

Basic understanding of commercial production process and best practices

Precise attention to detail & organization

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to negotiate strategically

Ability to manage budgets & proficiency with spread sheets

Professional attitude and calming presence

Enjoys being a team-player

Education Experience and Training:

2 years business affairs experience

Proficient in Microsoft Office Adobe Acrobat and Keynote and talent paymaster platforms.

Organization:

Reporting to Associate Director of Business Affairs

Special Conditions:

Travel may be required to shoots or conferences (infrequent)

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Salary Range: $55000 - $90000

Final compensation is based on level of experience and location.

$55000 - 90000

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Required Experience:

Manager