Negotiate, structure, and draft deals and agreements in all phases of development, packaging, production, and other facets of Sphere’s business, including above-the-line talent (actor, writer, director, producer, etc.), underlying rights, and production services type deals
Collaborate and consult with, advise, and guide senior management, producers, and other departments (including Creative, Physical Production, Marketing, and Finance)
Review project budgets, financial projections, and other financial documents
Help inform business and legal policies and best practices to streamline related operations and processes
Advise on issues relating to compliance by company and business partners with law and prior contractual arrangements, troubleshoot to solve problems (including interaction with third parties and their counsel) and analyze financial exposures and legal risks as necessary
Devote time and resources to keep current on changes and trends in the law, technology, and industry as they relate to the development, production, and distribution of content
Collaborate with risk management and legal disputes related to Sphere content development, production, and/or exploitation (including intellectual property matters), in conjunction with Corporate Legal and external counsel as appropriate, to achieve optimal resolution
Manage ad hoc Business & Legal Affairs functions and participate in special projects, as needed