entertainment lawyer

DataAnnotation

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 We are looking for an Entertainment Lawyer to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert level of legal reasoning &mdash; a completed or in-progress law degree is required.
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 We are interested in a wide range of expertise, so relevant backgrounds include: corporate law, criminal law, civil litigation, constitutional law, administrative law, environmental law, family law, intellectual property law, tax law, labor and employment law, immigration law, real estate law, health law, entertainment law, human rights law, international law, cybersecurity and privacy law, contract law, securities law, bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution.
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   Give AI chatbots diverse and complex legal problems and evaluate their outputs
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   Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance
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   Fluency in English (native or bilingual level)
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 Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. Only applicants in the United States will be considered for this role. This is an independent contract position.
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Entertainment Lawyer

NBCUniversal

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations &amp; Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.</p><p>
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.</p><p>
Universal Television Entertainment is responsible for world-class television entertainment. The division programs and markets content across leading entertainment brands Bravo, NBC and Peacock, and produces over 3,000 hours of television annually through Universal Studio Group, the studio business comprised of Universal Television, UCP, Universal International Studios and Universal Television Alternative Studio. Together, these teams align NBCUniversal&rsquo;s content and production expertise to inspire global audiences with television that entertains and shapes culture.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
Come be a member of the dynamic and tight-knit team that provides full-service legal support for NBCUniversal&rsquo;s late night, specials and live events programming (which includes such flagship properties as S<i>aturday Night Live, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Late Night With Seth Meyers,</i> The Macy&rsquo;s Thanksgiving Day Parade, NBC&rsquo;s live musicals, The Las Culturistas Culture Awards, NBCUniversal&rsquo;s iconic holiday programming, and many others). The work involves providing practical and strategic guidance in an extremely faced-paced setting throughout all stages of the production process, with a focus on vetting show concepts and creative materials, engaging in risk analysis, as well as negotiating and drafting a wide variety of agreements. This role will report to the head of legal affairs for late night, specials, and live events and will collaborate closely with many functions and senior leadership across NBCUniversal. Given the nature of the programming that this team supports, weekend, holiday, and evening work will occasionally be required.</p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Negotiate, draft, review and interpret a variety of deals, including talent, writer, producer, and director agreements, licenses, rights agreements, production services contracts, as well as other documentation</li><li>
As a member of the production team, conduct pre-broadcast review of scripts and creative materials, with a focus on defamation, intellectual property, fair use, music clearance, and privacy in the comedy context, overseeing all production legal issues</li><li>
Advise teams across the NBCUniversal portfolio on legal issues pertaining to late night, specials, and live events, with an emphasis on practical and strategic risk assessment and creative problem solving</li><li>
Identify and implement improvements to forms and processes in collaboration with colleagues across the legal function</li><li>
Handle other matters as needed</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications</b><p><b><br>
Basic Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Member of New York bar or other U.S. state bar and JD or LLM degree from an accredited law school</li><li>
5+ years of entertainment, media law, intellectual property and/or other relevant experience with in-house experience strongly preferred</li></ul><p><b>
Desired Characteristics:</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrated ability to approach complex legal scenarios in a thoughtful and analytic fashion, in a positive and practical manner, and in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Expertise in media law and content vetting with substantial experience advising creatives on defamation, privacy, copyright/fair use matters</li><li>
Excellent drafting/negotiating skills and familiarity with a wide array of entertainment transactions</li><li>
Ability to structure and draft agreements independently and efficiently</li><li>
Superb communication skills with the ability to build a rapport with constituencies at all levels and present complex issues to leadership in a concise, compelling, and digestible manner</li><li>
Strong working knowledge of major social media platforms</li><li>
Nimble multitasker who can manage a variety of projects on a tight schedule</li><li>
A true team player who is eager to work collaboratively with colleagues</li><li>
Passion for comedy, pop-culture, and live performance</li></ul><p><b>
Additional Requirements:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Hybrid</b>: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.</li></ul><p>
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.</p><p><b>
Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)</b></p><b><br>
Additional Information</b><p><br>
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</p><p>
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.</p></div>

Counsel, Legal Affairs

The Walt Disney Company

<div><div><b>Job ID</b> 10140609 <b>Location</b> Burbank, California, United States <b>Business</b> The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) <b>Date posted</b> Feb. 23, 2026
<div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary:</b></h4>
<div><p><b>About the Role &amp; Program</b>:</p><p>
Are you ready to kick off your legal career in the entertainment industry? Join the Disney Entertainment Television Legal Affairs team and gain hands-on legal experience in connection with groundbreaking scripted and unscripted series, ABC News, Disney+ and Hulu, as well as the Networks Team and our Owned Television Station Group. As an intern, you'll support a dynamic legal team across development, production, marketing and promotion of television content, and contribute to high-profile projects that shape the future of entertainment. This is a unique opportunity that exposes you to legal teams that support television production and strategy across our various linear, streaming and digital platforms (Disney+, Hulu, ABC Network, FX, Disney Channel), making it an ideal launchpad for your legal career in media and entertainment!</p><p>
This is a full-time internship, from June through August 2026. If selected for this role, you will report to a Lead Counsel at the Disney Entertainment Television.</p><p></p><p><b>
What You Will Do</b><b>:</b></p><p>
As an intern, you&rsquo;ll be involved in a variety of exciting projects that will challenge and develop your skillset. Responsibilities and assignments could include a wide range of tasks &ndash; from drafting producing, acting, writing and development agreements, to assignments in pre-publication vetting, newsgathering, compliance matters, technology support, along with a host of other potential assignments within Disney Entertainment Television&rsquo;s dynamic and multi-faceted legal teams. You will also have the opportunity to sit in on production legal kickoff calls, department meetings and marketing task force meetings. Finally, you may assist with research projects between different departments.</p><p></p><p><b>
Required Qualifications &amp; Skills</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Demonstrated organizational abilities with proven capacity to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently</p></li><li><p>
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills</p></li><li><p>
Maintains a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity in managing confidential information</p></li><li><p>
Adept at working independently while recognizing appropriate opportunities to seek guidance</p></li><li><p>
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>
Prior internship or work experience at a law firm, enabling them to start quickly and contribute effectively.</p></li><li><p>
Contracting and drafting experience, which supports legal tasks and documentation.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated interest in in entertainment law, copyright, Intellectual property (IP), regulatory or administrative law, or contract drafting courses (relevant course work is a plus).</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Education</b></p><ul><li><p>
Currently enrolled at an accredited law school and legally eligible to work in the U.S.</p></li><li><p>
Completion of one or more years of law school in a current JD program at the start of the internship</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Eligibility Requirements &amp; Program Information</b></p><p><b>
Candidates for this opportunity MUST meet all of the below requirements:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Be enrolled in an accredited law school pursuing a degree taking at least one class at time of application OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Internship.</p></li><li><p>
Current Disney Interns, College, International, or Culinary Program Participants: You may only work for ONE consecutive year (12 months) in any combination of an internship and/or program.</p></li><li><p>
Be at least 18 years of age</p></li><li><p>
Possess unrestricted work authorization</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Additional Information
</b></p><ul><li><p>Able to have a consistent, reliable work schedule throughout the internship</p></li><li><p>
The approximate dates of this internship are June 1, 2026, through August 7, 2026</p></li><li><p>
Able to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 9am - 6pm PST</p></li><li><p>
Able to provide own housing for the duration internship program in the Burbank, CA</p></li><li><p>
Able to provide/have reliable transportation to/from work</p></li></ul><br>
The pay rate for this internship in California is $41.40 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.</div></div></div></div>

Disney Entertainment Television Legal Affairs JD Intern, Summer 2026

Universal Music Group

<div></div><div><div>We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world&rsquo;s leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.</div><div><br>
How we LEAD:</div><div>
The Senior Director, Legal Affairs &ndash; Film &amp; Television will be a key member of UMG&rsquo;s legal team supporting the company&rsquo;s Film and TV business across Mercury Studios, Polygram Entertainment, and label groups. Reporting to, and working closely with, the EVP, Business &amp; Legal Affairs, this role will provide hands-on legal leadership across the full content lifecycle&mdash;development, financing, production, distribution, and other ancillary exploitation.</div><div>
This is a highly collaborative position working directly with business leaders across Film &amp; TV, Creative, Finance, Production, Business Affairs, Music Licensing, Merchandising, and other key partners across many UMG divisions. The ideal candidate brings strong transactional capabilities, a sophisticated understanding of production and financing mechanics, excellent drafting and negotiation skills, and a business-forward mindset that enables solutions while protecting UMG&rsquo;s interests.</div><div></div><div>
How you&rsquo;ll CREATE:</div><ul><li> Deal Structuring &amp; Negotiation: Draft and negotiate core film and television agreements across development, financing, production, and distribution/licensing, translating business objectives into clear, executable legal terms.</li><li> Underlying Rights &amp; Chain of Title: Structure and secure underlying rights (options/purchases, life rights, books, articles, podcasts), advise on chain-of-title and rights scope, and ensure clearance readiness prior to greenlight and production.</li><li> Production Legal Support: Provide day-to-day legal guidance to production teams on all production-related agreements, including production services, individual participant releases, vendors, locations, releases, credits, and other operational production matters.</li><li> Distribution, Licensing &amp; Delivery: Draft and negotiate domestic and international distribution and platform licensing agreements, advising on delivery requirements, approvals, credits, marketing obligations, and remedies.</li><li> Rights, Clearances &amp; Legal Risk Management: Advise on rights analysis, third-party materials, clearances, publicity/privacy issues, and legal risk mitigation across the content lifecycle.</li><li> Film Financing &amp; Co-Financing: Structure and document financing, co-financing, and co-production arrangements, partnering with Finance to align legal terms with budgets, recoupment structures, approvals, and risk allocation.</li><li> Cross-Divisional Partnership: Serve as a legal partner to Mercury Studios, Polygram Entertainment, and label production groups (including Federal Films and Interscope Films), coordinating across UMG divisions as needed.</li><li> Guild/Union Compliance (as applicable): Support compliance with applicable guild and union frameworks (WGA, DGA, SAG-AFTRA) by incorporating requirements into deal terms and production workflows.</li><li> Process, Templates &amp; Legal Infrastructure: Develop and maintain templates, playbooks, and workflows that improve speed, consistency, and risk management across UMG&rsquo;s film and TV slate.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Bring your VIBE:</div><ul><li> 4-6 years of experience in entertainment law with a focus on film and/or television transactional work, gained at a top law firm and/or in-house at a studio, production company, or content-driven media company</li><li> Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; California Bar membership (or eligibility to register as in-house counsel in California)</li><li> Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating film and television agreements across development, financing, production, and distribution/licensing for both unscripted and scripted projects</li><li> Strong working knowledge of production mechanics and financing structures as related to both independently financed projects and projects financed within the more traditional studio system, including budgets, delivery requirements, approvals, and risk allocation</li><li> Solid grounding in intellectual property law relevant to film and TV, including copyright, chain-of-title, rights clearances, and third-party materials</li><li> Familiarity with applicable guild and union frameworks (WGA, DGA, SAG-AFTRA), with the ability to incorporate requirements into deal terms and workflows</li><li> Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple, time-sensitive matters simultaneously in a fast-paced environment</li><li> Commercial, solutions-oriented legal thinker who balances risk management with business objectives and creative execution</li><li> Clear, confident communicator with strong judgment and the ability to partner effectively with senior executives, creative teams, production, finance, and external partners</li><li> Collaborative, low-ego professional who thrives in cross-functional environments and enjoys working close to the business</li></ul><div></div><div>
Perks Playlist:</div><div></div><div>
Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren&rsquo;t just values&mdash;they&rsquo;re how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</div></li><li><div>
Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services</div></li><li><div>
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants</div></li><li><div>
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)</div></li><li><div>
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement</div></li><li><div>
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:</div><div></div><ul><li><div>
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees</div></li><li><div>
3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees</div></li><li><div>
2-weeks paid Winter Break</div></li><li><div>
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)</div></li><li><div>
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)</div></li><li><div>
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Check out our full overview of benefits on the <div>Perks Playlist page</div> of the career site.</div><div></div><div>
Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.<br>
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Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div><div></div><div>
We are an E-Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah.</div><div></div><div>
For more information, please click on the following links.</div><div></div><div>
E-Verify Participation Poster: <div>English / Spanish</div></div><div>
E-Verify Right to Work Poster: <div>English</div> | <div>Spanish</div></div><div><br>
Job Category:</div>
Business &amp; Legal Affairs<div></div><div>
Salary Range:</div>
$88,500 - $221,351<div></div><div>
The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.</div></div>

Senior Director, Business & Legal Affairs, Film & Television

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 We are looking for a Lawyer to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert level of legal reasoning &mdash; a completed or in-progress law degree is required.
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 We are interested in a wide range of expertise, so relevant backgrounds include: corporate law, criminal law, civil litigation, constitutional law, administrative law, environmental law, family law, intellectual property law, tax law, labor and employment law, immigration law, real estate law, health law, entertainment law, human rights law, international law, cybersecurity and privacy law, contract law, securities law, bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution.
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   You&rsquo;ll be able to choose which projects you want to work on
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   You can work on your own schedule
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   Projects are paid hourly starting at $50-$60 USD per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work
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   Give AI chatbots diverse and complex legal problems and evaluate their outputs
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   Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance
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   Fluency in English (native or bilingual level)
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   Must have at least 5+ years of law experience
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   Must be a law school graduate
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 Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. Only applicants in the United States will be considered for this role. This is an independent contract position.
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Lawyer

<div>
 We are looking for a Constitutional Lawyer to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert level of legal reasoning &mdash; a completed or in-progress law degree is required.
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 We are interested in a wide range of expertise, so relevant backgrounds include: corporate law, criminal law, civil litigation, constitutional law, administrative law, environmental law, family law, intellectual property law, tax law, labor and employment law, immigration law, real estate law, health law, entertainment law, human rights law, international law, cybersecurity and privacy law, contract law, securities law, bankruptcy law, and alternative dispute resolution.
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  Benefits
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   You&rsquo;ll be able to choose which projects you want to work on
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   You can work on your own schedule
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   Projects are paid hourly starting at $50-$60 USD per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work
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  </li>
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  Responsibilities
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   Give AI chatbots diverse and complex legal problems and evaluate their outputs
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   Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Qualifications
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   Fluency in English (native or bilingual level)
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   Must have at least 5+ years of law experience
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   Must be a law school graduate
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  </li>
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 Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. PayPal will handle any currency conversions from USD. Only applicants in the United States will be considered for this role. This is an independent contract position.
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 #law
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