Senior Counsel, Global Content Licensing (DTC)
Core
Senior attorney providing strategic legal advice and managing content licensing agreements for Disney's direct-to-consumer streaming services, specifically Hulu + Live TV.
Role type
Senior in-house counsel (content licensing)
Builds
Distribution agreements and operational workflows for streaming content
Domain
Media & Entertainment / Streaming / Content Licensing
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Content distribution agreements, contract interpretation, contract drafting, legal risk analysis, due diligence, cross-functional partnership
Preferred skills
Traditional cable/satellite provider deals, digital MVPD deals, law firm experience supporting similar clients
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Conduct contract diligence and summarize key terms, Advise stakeholders on contractual requirements for live and distribution programming, Execute and manage distribution agreements, Partner with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency, Draft recommendation memos for senior stakeholders, Identify and escalate legal risks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC