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The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month - a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:
What We Need:We are seeking a best-in-class media and entertainment deal-maker to serve as the Business Affairs leader for iHeartPodcasts.
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Location:New York, NY: 125 West 55th Street, 10019
Position Type:Regular
Time Type:Full time
Pay Type:Salaried
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We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
The audio revolution is here – and iHeart is leading it! iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in America, reaches 90% of Americans every month - a monthly audience that’s twice the size of any other audio company – almost three times the size of the largest TV network – and almost 4 times the size of the largest ad-supported music streaming service. In fact, we have:
- More #1 rated markets than the next two largest radio companies combined;
- We’re the largest podcast publisher, with more monthly downloads than the second- and third-largest podcast publishers combined. Podcasting, the fastest-growing new media, today has more monthly users than streaming music services or Netflix;
- iHeart is the home of many of the country’s most popular and trusted on-air personalities and podcast influencers, who build important connections with hundreds of communities across America;
- We create and produce some of the most popular and well-known branded live music events in America, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Music Awards, the iHeartCountry Festival, iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour;
- iHeartRadio is the #1 streaming radio digital service in America;
- Our social media footprint is 7 times larger than the next largest audio service; and
- We have the only complete audio ad technology stack in the industry for all forms of audio, from on demand to broadcast radio, digital streaming radio and podcasting, which bring data, targeting and attribution to all forms of audio at an unparalleled scale. As a result, we’re able to combine our strong leadership position in audience reach, usage and ad tech with powerful tools and insights for our sales organizations to help them build success for their clients at a more efficient cost than any other option.
Because we reach almost every community in America, we’re committed to providing a range of programming that reflects the diversity of the many communities we serve – and our company reflects that same kind of diversity. Our company values stress collaboration, curiosity, welcoming dissent, accepting mistakes in the pursuit of new ideas, and respect for everyone.
Only one company in America has the #1 position in everything audio: iHeartMedia!
If you’re excited about this role but don’t feel your experience aligns perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. At iHeartMedia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and are looking for teammates passionate about what we do!
What We Need:
What You'll Do:
- Structure, negotiate, and draft a high volume of agreements for original content (including license agreements, production and distribution agreements, agreements for overall/slate deals, development-related agreements, talent agreements, and certain above-the-line agreements), particularly in regards to podcasts, associated derivative productions and television/streaming specials
- Analyze deal opportunities and formulate business strategies with respect to various original content development and production matters, with a focus on podcasts
- Advise senior leadership in connection with all manner of strategic, business, and operational considerations to drive business value
- Provide analysis and advice in connection with intellectual property matters (rights analysis, chain of title, trademarks, copyrights) and production clearances (defamation, rights of publicity and privacy), and other matters
- Interface with a variety of different departments including in-house personnel (e.g., creative, marketing, etc.) and production company personnel/crew
- Advise on union/guild issues (e.g., SAG-AFTRA, AFM, etc.), as well as non-union talent standards rates.
- Advise senior management in connection with deal strategies and complex business / legal matters
- Maintain relationships with distributors, agencies, managers, and attorneys in the entertainment community
- Coordinate and interface with finance, tax, marketing, sales, and other iHeart departments to ensure proper handling and escalation of issues
- Oversee junior attorneys and legal professionals in supporting various iHeart stakeholders throughout the content acquisition, production, and distribution lifecycle
- Train non-legal professionals in best practices relating to content creation, acquisition, and distribution
- Assist in the development of forms, processes, and policies
- Be able to work independently and represent the interests of iHeart in complicated content creation, acquisition, license, and distribution agreements, with minimum supervision
- Develop durable legal and business frameworks to be used by Business Affairs and business development team members, helping them translate business concepts into clear and concise contracts and suggest policies, practices, and parameters in connection with various business issues
- Provide guidance to senior management on the development of processes, structures and policies
What You'll Need:
- JD degree from a top-tier law school
- 7+ years' prior business / legal affairs experience with a major media entertainment company and / or entertainment law firm, with substantial experience in content acquisition, sales, talent and production
- Substantive experience with podcast matters is preferred, but not required
- Desire to work on high-profile projects and be a critical part of a dynamic team supporting key company growth areas
- Extensive and in-depth knowledge of negotiating and documenting content transactions, with an ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to deal effectively with a variety of legal matters at once
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive business-oriented approach, with an ability to interface directly with senior management and key business stakeholders
- Must be detail-oriented and possess superior negotiation, drafting, organization and time management skills
What You'll Bring:
- Structure, negotiate, and draft a high volume of agreements for original content (including license agreements, production and distribution agreements, agreements for overall/slate deals, development-related agreements, talent agreements, and certain above-the-line agreements), particularly in regards to podcasts, associated derivative productions and television/streaming specials
- Manage junior dealmakers and legal professionals to drive business value
- Analyze deal opportunities and formulate business strategies with respect to various original content development and production matters, with a focus on podcasts
- Advise senior leadership in connection with all manner of strategic, business, and operational considerations to drive business value
- Provide analysis and advice in connection with intellectual property matters (rights analysis, chain of title, trademarks, copyrights) and production clearances (defamation, rights of publicity and privacy), and other matters
- Interface with a variety of different departments including in-house personnel (e.g., creative, marketing, etc.) and production company personnel/crew
- Advise on union/guild issues (e.g., SAG-AFTRA, AFM, etc.), as well as non-union talent standards rates.
- Advise senior management in connection with deal strategies and complex business / legal matters
- Maintain relationships with distributors, agencies, managers, and attorneys in the entertainment community
- Coordinate and interface with finance, tax, marketing, sales, and other iHeart departments to ensure proper handling and escalation of issues
- Oversee junior attorneys and legal professionals in supporting various iHeart stakeholders throughout the content acquisition, production, and distribution lifecycle
- Train non-legal professionals in best practices relating to content creation, acquisition, and distribution
- Assist in the development of forms, processes, and policies
- Be able to work independently and represent the interests of iHeart in complicated content creation, acquisition, license, and distribution agreements, with minimum supervision
- Develop durable legal and business frameworks to be used by Business Affairs and business development team members, helping them translate business concepts into clear and concise contracts and suggest policies, practices, and parameters in connection with various business issues
- Provide guidance to senior management on the development of processes, structures and policies
Compensation:
Salary to be determined by multiple factors including but not limited to relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and alignment with market data.
$248,000 - $310,000
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iHeartMedia’s benefits offering is flexible and offers a variety of choices to meet the diverse needs of our changing workforce, including the following:
- Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
- Company provided and supplemental life insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays, including a floating holiday that enable our employees to celebrate the holiday of their choosing
- A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
- A 401K plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
- A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!
We are accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law.
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