General Counsel
Core
First in-house legal advisor for an independent animation studio, managing global legal infrastructure, commercial negotiations, employment law, and IP for original animated content.
Role type
General Counsel (Builder)
Builds
Legal infrastructure, global entity network, content distribution deals, and IP portfolio for original animated shows.
Domain
Entertainment / Animation / Digital Media
Required skills
multi-jurisdictional contract negotiation, global employment law, corporate structuring, IP management, risk management, outside counsel management
Preferred skills
experience with major streamers/platforms, scaling company experience, data privacy expertise, language skills for key markets
Technologies
YouTube Partner Program, Content ID, GDPR, PIPEDA, Australian Privacy Act
Responsibilities
Negotiate content and distribution agreements with major platforms; advise on global employment law and worker classification; establish and maintain international corporate entities; manage global IP portfolio and enforcement; oversee enterprise risk and compliance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC