Business & Legal Affairs Attorney, Netflix Animation Studios

Netflix Animation Studios is on a mission to entertain the world with bold, immersive animated films that are timeless and impactful. We are paving the way for the future of animation by building a community of amazing artists and talent across three vibrant locations globally. Come join us!

THE OPPORTUNITY

Netflix seeks an experienced entertainment attorney to join the business & legal affairs team focused on the development, production, and licensing/acquisition of animated films for Netflix Animation Studios. The candidate will be responsible for negotiating above-the-line talent deals, rights deals, and licensing/acquisition deals; drafting and negotiating longform agreements for all of the foregoing; and serving as the production attorney on assigned projects.  As a production attorney, the candidate will be the primary legal contact for productions, and will collaborate with and ensure information flow to internal business partners (e.g., creative and production), cross-functional partners (e.g., intellectual property, employment, labor, tax, marketing and consumer products), and other key partners (e.g., finance, contract administration, legal operations).

The ideal candidate must be adept in counseling and collaborating with internal and external business partners, attorneys, producers, and production partners and making decisions that have both legal and business impact. Excellent drafting and communication skills, as well as a keen eye for detail, are a must. The ideal candidate will welcome the opportunity to be part of a fast‐paced team that functions on high alignment, selflessness, and excellence.  Experience in animation is a plus, but is not required.

REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will have at least 10 years of legal experience, including at least five to seven years of transactional entertainment business affairs and/or legal experience working at a streamer/network/studio, production company, or law firm.  Film and/or TV experience is required.

In addition, the candidate will possess the following:

• J.D. and membership in good standing in at least one state bar (California preferred).

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Strong analytical capabilities and judgment

• Ability to work proactively, independently and reliably under tight time frames in a fast‐paced environment, combined with a commitment to learning, collaboration, and alignment within the business & legal affairs team

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively cross‐functionally, think pragmatically and be solution‐oriented

• Curiosity about the business of Netflix Animation Studios and Netflix Streaming

Netflix has a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

At NAS, we carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine your compensation. We rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, location, skills, and experience. Title may vary depending on experience. The overall market range for this role is typically $225,000-$800,000.  This reflects total compensation; we do not have stock options.

NAS benefits can include medical/dental/vision plans, mental health support, retirement programs, and family-forming benefits, paid leave of absence programs, and paid time away programs to be used for vacation and sick paid time off. See more detail about our benefits here.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.