Vice President, Creator & Talent Business Affairs Greater New York City, NY Area + 1 more

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Creator & Talent Business Affairs to lead complex transactions involving creators, influencers, talent, and celebrities. Responsibilities include structuring, reviewing, and negotiating agreements for brand partnerships, endorsements, content, appearances, licensing, and other rights-based programs. The role advises business leaders and client teams on commercial terms, intellectual property, publicity rights, advertising and disclosure requirements, and contractual and reputational risks. The Vice President will also develop policies, templates, and best practices, while managing multiple high-priority matters and mentoring junior team members. Candidates should have at least seven years of progressive experience in business affairs, advertising, entertainment, media, creator or influencer marketing, talent, intellectual property, or a related transactional field. Significant experience independently negotiating creator, talent, celebrity, endorsement, and other rights-driven agreements is required, along with strong commercial judgment and the ability to manage competing deadlines and stakeholders. Experience developing junior colleagues is also expected. A law degree and experience practicing advertising, entertainment, media, or intellectual property law are preferred, though equivalent business affairs and transactional expertise will be considered.

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Edelman