Ellation, Inc.
Director, Business & Legal Affairs, Content Licensing-In
Ellation, Inc., Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Director, Business & Legal Affairs, Content Licensing-In
Founded by fans, Crunchyroll delivers the art and culture of anime to a passionate community. We super-serve over 100 million anime and manga fans across 200+ countries and territories and help them connect with the stories and characters they crave.
Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!
About the role We're looking for a commercially minded lawyer with deep rights-in content licensing experience to join our Legal team. In this role, you'll focus on acquiring and licensing anime series, films, digital manga, and videogames. You'll report to our SVP, Head of Business & Legal Affairs, and work closely with business leaders to bring anime to fans worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate, and manage
rights-in content licensing, acquisition, and co-production agreements .
Advise on copyright, trademark, chain of title, and other IP issues in content deals.
Provide practical, business-focused guidance on
content acquisitions .
Collaborate across content, distribution, marketing, finance, and product teams.
Maintain deal templates and ensure agreements align with internal policies and emerging legal issues.
We are considering applicants available to work a hybrid schedule, with three days each week onsite at our Los Angeles office.
About You
10+ years in
rights-in content licensing, media/entertainment law, and IP transactions .
JD and active bar membership (CA or NY, or eligible in CA).
Experience in-house or at a top-tier law firm supporting major media, streaming, or entertainment companies.
Deep experience negotiating
complex content acquisition/licensing-in agreements .
Strong IP and chain of title expertise.
Knowledge of TV, film, streaming, and digital media industries.
Excellent drafting, deal management, and communication skills.
Why you will love working at Crunchyroll In addition to working with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also enjoy the following benefits:
Competitive salary plus performance bonus earning potential.
Flexible time off policies.
Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) program.
Dependent care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
401(k) plan with employer match.
Support program for new parents.
Pet insurance and pet-friendly office spaces.
Pay Range: $190,000 - $230,000 USD
Our values Courage, curiosity, kaizen, and service guide everything we do.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Join our team, and help us shape the future of anime!
About the role We're looking for a commercially minded lawyer with deep rights-in content licensing experience to join our Legal team. In this role, you'll focus on acquiring and licensing anime series, films, digital manga, and videogames. You'll report to our SVP, Head of Business & Legal Affairs, and work closely with business leaders to bring anime to fans worldwide.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, negotiate, and manage
rights-in content licensing, acquisition, and co-production agreements .
Advise on copyright, trademark, chain of title, and other IP issues in content deals.
Provide practical, business-focused guidance on
content acquisitions .
Collaborate across content, distribution, marketing, finance, and product teams.
Maintain deal templates and ensure agreements align with internal policies and emerging legal issues.
We are considering applicants available to work a hybrid schedule, with three days each week onsite at our Los Angeles office.
About You
10+ years in
rights-in content licensing, media/entertainment law, and IP transactions .
JD and active bar membership (CA or NY, or eligible in CA).
Experience in-house or at a top-tier law firm supporting major media, streaming, or entertainment companies.
Deep experience negotiating
complex content acquisition/licensing-in agreements .
Strong IP and chain of title expertise.
Knowledge of TV, film, streaming, and digital media industries.
Excellent drafting, deal management, and communication skills.
Why you will love working at Crunchyroll In addition to working with fun, passionate and inspired colleagues, you will also enjoy the following benefits:
Competitive salary plus performance bonus earning potential.
Flexible time off policies.
Generous medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) program.
Dependent care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
401(k) plan with employer match.
Support program for new parents.
Pet insurance and pet-friendly office spaces.
Pay Range: $190,000 - $230,000 USD
Our values Courage, curiosity, kaizen, and service guide everything we do.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at Crunchyroll. Pursuant to applicable law, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
#J-18808-Ljbffr