Senior Paralegal - Clearances

Employer
The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)
Location
Glendale
Salary
Competitive
Posted
Sep 25, 2023
Closes
Sep 26, 2023
Practice
Litigation
Position
Paralegal
Contract Type
Permanent
At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting–edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Paralegal

to support legal clearances for Disney's Consumer Products, Games, and Publishing business (CPGP), including licensed and vertical merchandise, publishing, games, and related marketing and promotional initiatives. In addition to working with attorneys and other professionals within Disney Legal, this position will liaise with all lines of business within CPGP, including Global Brand Commercialization, Publishing, Games and Interactive Experiences, Business Affairs, Creative, Product Design, and Retail, and content partners such as Walt Disney Studios, Pixar, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, Disney Channel, and Disney+.

We are looking for a candidate who reflects the innovative spirit and creative talent that defines the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products segment–the segment that brings the magic of The Walt Disney Company's powerful brands and franchises–including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, ESPN, 20th Century Studios and National Geographic–into the daily lives of families and fans around the world to create magical memories that last a lifetime.

Responsibilities :
  • Research, analyze, and summarize production agreements, talent agreements, license agreements, chain of title, and other rights–related agreements.
  • Present analysis and written work product to lawyers and clients, including executives.
  • Create and maintain CPGP rights management systems, processes, and databases including contract lifecycle management for third–party rights agreements.
  • Consumer products partner in Studio script clearance meetings and screenings for new film, television, and streaming properties.
  • Clear Style Guides, publishing layouts, concept art, final frames, unit photography, asset pools, archival material, and other visual assets.
  • Subject matter expert for attorneys and paralegals within Disney Legal and clients within the CPGP business unit.
Basic Qualifications :
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience handling rights clearances for film, television, merchandising, and/or publishing.
  • Understanding of clearance–related legal and contractual issues, such as intellectual property rights including copyright, trademark, and right of publicity, production–related agreements including for film and/or television, third–party rights acquisition and licensing, and applicable guild obligations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writing.
  • Organized, detail–oriented, and able to multi–task.
  • Able to work independently, but also a team player who can collaborate well with business clients and colleagues within Disney Legal.
  • Strong computer skills, including with office productivity software such as Microsoft Word and Excel and familiarity with IP management software and systems.
Required Education:
  • Bachelor's degree and/or qualification to be a paralegal by certification or education and work experience as set forth by the American Bar Association and any applicable state codes.

CORP_MEDIA LI–AL3 LegalAffairs twdcmedia The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $84,460 to $113,300 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job–related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long–term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.