Chief Legal Counsel for Film and Television

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeLawyer Full time $120,000 - $170,000
Job Overview
Flying Bark Productions is a dynamic animation studio dedicated to pushing the boundaries of character animation and storytelling. Our company works on exciting projects like the Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Ghostbusters animated series, and Stranger Things animated series.

About the Role
We seek a mid-level lawyer to join our team due to recent expansion and growth into live-action film and series development and production. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional with a passion for the film and television industry.

The ideal candidate is a proactive partner for the business, a skilled problem-solver with a keen eye for detail who can thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment. As part of a small team, you will be involved in all aspects of the legal and business affairs function, including:
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements, such as content and rights acquisition, distribution, development, and co-production deals.
  • Supporting the production team with development and funding applications.
  • Providing legal advice on matters relevant to the film and television industry, including industrial agreements, copyright, and clearances.
  • Staying up-to-date on the latest legal and industry trends and ensuring the business is legally compliant with relevant changes.
  • Working with other business units to drive formulation, drafting, and implementation of policies to address compliance or regulatory needs.
  • Active engagement with industry bodies on advocacy and policy matters affecting the business and industry.
  • Supporting the company secretarial workflow and managing intercompany arrangements.
  • Providing legal support to all studios.

About You
We're looking for a candidate who:
  • Is a commercially minded lawyer admitted to practice in Australia with 5-8 years PQE.
  • Intellectually curious and with a strong interest in media, film, and entertainment.
  • Takes a pragmatic approach to balancing commercial outcomes and legal risks.
  • Has exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Has strong communication, interpersonal skills, and ability to work cross-culturally.
  • Maintains confidence under pressure and builds strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Has a can-do attitude and a sense of humor.

Why Work with Us?
We are a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. We offer a hybrid approach to work with flexible work-from-home days available. Career development is important to us, so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible. Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated.

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