Sports, Media and Entertainment Associate

SummaryThe firm is seeking a mid-level finance associate to join its Media & Entertainment group. This position is open to our Los Angeles office.EducationJDBar AdmissionAdmitted to practice in CaliforniaExperience4+ years of entertainment finance experience at a law firm.Experience representing lenders, borrowers and other parties to debt and equity financing transactions.Strong drafting and negotiating experience in connection with senior secured lending focused on music, film and TV financing.Job Competencies & Desired SkillsKnowledge of substantive finance, entertainment and copyright law.Strong analytical and writing skills.Attention to detail.Good business judgment.Excellent organizational skills.Ability to work collaboratively and independently.Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.Research and problem-solving skills.Conceptual thinking.Ability to influence others.Persuasive communication.Management skills.General & Essential Job ExpectationsEffectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.Foster positive work relationships.Comply with all firm policies and practices.Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.Physical Demands, Work Environment, And Other RequirementsSedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Work EnvironmentHybrid with some in-office expectations.Some travel required.Pay TransparencyThe expected annual pay range for this position, if hired to work in California is $310,000 - $390,000 per year. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will be dependent upon various factors, including the candidate's geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

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