Description:
Do you love TV shows and movies? As an attorney on the An American Multinational Technology Company MGM Studios IP team, you'll be responsible for helping shape a full-service IP department focused on filmed entertainment. In this role, you will be a member of a dynamic team of IP professionals dedicated to global trademark, copyright and domain issues for An American Multinational Technology Company MGM Studios. Responsibilities will include management of title clearance and protection; trademark risk assessment, prosecution, maintenance and enforcement; copyright protection and enforcement; client counseling; deal negotiation and licensing; developing and implementing IP processes and best practices; dispute management; and educating and counseling the business on IP matters.The position will report to the AGC & Director of Intellectual Property and the position resides in Beverly Hills, CA, USA
We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:
Beverly Hills, CA, USA
Basic Qualifications:
- At least 2 years of experience with trademark and copyright issues, particularly those relevant to television and film production and distribution (in-house experience strongly preferred).
- A J.D. degree and membership in good standing in at least one state bar or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Deep Knowledge of trademark and copyright issues, opportunities and best practices for companies in the entertainment space.
- Ability to assume primary responsibility for all trademark and copyright-related activities – including training, branding, risk assessment, prosecution, maintenance, enforcement, deal negotiation and dispute resolution – in a fast-paced, frugal environment.
- Ability to understand and resolve complex legal and business issues.
- Ability to translate IP issues to members of the creative, marketing, business, management and legal teams.
- Creativity, attention to detail, commitment to customer service and excellent communication skills.
