Entertainment Contract Administrator

Our client, a large entertainment studio based in Burbank, is looking for a Contract Administrator to join their team for a 3 month contract to cover a LOA. We are looking for someone who can read and understand above-the-line contracts, can navigate the payroll and accounts payable process, and meet the expectations of executives and agents.

Responsibilities:

Contract Analysis:

• Analyze above-the-line talent agreements issued by Studio Business and Legal Affairs
• Identify and summarize rights granted to the Studio or reserved by rights holder
• Assess Studios financial obligations to talent
• Enter financial and legal data into multiple database platforms
• Generate scheduled and ad-hoc reports
• Conduct rights research

Payments and Contract Administration:

• Maintain working knowledge of payroll and SAP procedures
• Keep up to date on guild, tax, and state/federal employment requirements
• Act as liaison between outside reps and Studio Legal, Business Affairs, Creative, and Development/Production Finance departments
• Manage payments for rights and services from development through production
• Prepare legal correspondence for turnarounds, options, and above the line payments

Calendaring/Notices:

• Enter critical dates calendar in department database
• Send out timely reminders to Studio executives of upcoming critical development and/or production dates

Database consultation and testing:

• Work with IT to enhancements to D3 database system
• Determine best practices to enhance contract processing throughout Studio

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 3-5 yrs relevant experience in entertainment contract administration or motion picture legal experience
• Proficient in MS Office
• Strong ability to focus on details and be well-organized
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Understand relational databases and web design
• Ability to think creatively to solve logistical problems
• Excellent communication skills

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

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