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FIFTH SEASON is a global leader in the creation, production, and distribution of feature films and premium television series. Known for producing and distributing award-winning content that engages audiences and moves culture, the studio’s film titles include the multi-Oscar-nominated THE LOST DAUGHTER from Maggie Gyllenhaal, Michael Bay’s AMBULANCE, Destin Daniel Cretton’s JUST MERCY, the BOOK CLUB franchise, and recent Sundance Film Festival Audience Award winner CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH. The studio produces premium TV series, including the 14 Emmy-nominated Severance, See, and Truth Be Told for Apple TV+, Wolf Like Me for Peacock, Life & Beth, Nine Perfect Strangers, and McCartney 3, 2, 1 for Hulu, Tokyo Vice for HBO Max, and Scenes From A Marriage for HBO. FIFTH SEASON also handles global distribution for dozens of hit series in addition to its own studio productions, including Killing Eve, The Morning Show, Normal People, and The Night Manager.
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FIFTH SEASON is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
FIFTH SEASON is a global leader in the creation, production, and distribution of feature films and premium television series. Known for producing and distributing award-winning content that engages audiences and moves culture, the studio’s film titles include the multi-Oscar-nominated THE LOST DAUGHTER from Maggie Gyllenhaal, Michael Bay’s AMBULANCE, Destin Daniel Cretton’s JUST MERCY, the BOOK CLUB franchise, and recent Sundance Film Festival Audience Award winner CHA CHA REAL SMOOTH. The studio produces premium TV series, including the 14 Emmy-nominated Severance, See, and Truth Be Told for Apple TV+, Wolf Like Me for Peacock, Life & Beth, Nine Perfect Strangers, and McCartney 3, 2, 1 for Hulu, Tokyo Vice for HBO Max, and Scenes From A Marriage for HBO. FIFTH SEASON also handles global distribution for dozens of hit series in addition to its own studio productions, including Killing Eve, The Morning Show, Normal People, and The Night Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Structure, negotiate, document and manage transactions in connection with motion picture and documentary development and production, including agreements to engage above-the-line talent (writers, producers, directors and actors) and to acquire underlying rights.
- Implement and administer business and legal policies and procedures for company’s motion picture and documentary businesses.
- Routinely advise and consult with company executives regarding business and legal issues pertaining to the company’s motion picture and documentary projects.
Requirements:
- 4+ years prior business and legal affairs experience with a major media entertainment company and/or entertainment law firm with substantial experience in feature film development and production.
- Strong drafting and negotiating skills for all manner of contracts related to motion picture development and production.
- Exceptional organizational, prioritization and time management skills with the ability to execute independently toward multiple, high-priority projects.
- Familiarity with production clearance issues and ability to handle intellectual property matters.
- JD and bar admission in good standing.
FIFTH SEASON is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
