ABOUT VAYNERMEDIA
VaynerMedia is a contemporary global creative and media agency with an expertise in driving relevance for clients and delivering impactful business results. The independently-owned agency was founded in 2009 and has offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, APAC and LATAM. VaynerMedia has been recognized for its work at Cannes Lions, the Clio Awards and The Webby Awards. It is part of the VaynerX family of companies.
The Business Affairs Manager will work with Producers, Legal and the Director of Business Affairs on overseeing content production, including broadcast, social, digital, and print projects across clients in all of our offices. This person is a team player with an entrepreneurial spirit and able to work in a fast-paced creative environment.
Specific Responsibilities:
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Work closely with the account services, project management, legal, production and product intelligence teams to review content for compliance with all client marketing standards (i.e. proper trademark use, disclaimers, product correctness, and safety).
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Handle union and non-union inquiries and issues pertaining to talent including, if applicable SAG AFTRA issues.
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Research rights holders and contact information for those rights this will include partner agency content, UGC, brand DAM etc.
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Manage intellectual property rights and clearance acquisitions (including tracking any term limitations and advising Client teams regarding upcoming expirations)
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Attend meetings pertaining to production to help ensure the viability of a concept
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Review creative materials (concepts, storyboard, various cuts) and advise Agency teams on talent, copyright and intellectual property issues, determine where clearances are necessary, and advise on next steps.
- Administer various agreements and releases such as: talent agreements, materials releases, location releases, minor employment forms, and music license agreement
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Develop and maintain internal and client relationships.
Requirements
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A minimum of 3-5 years experience as a Business Manager at an advertising agency with automotive account experience a must
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Working knowledge talent contracts including SAG-AFTRA issues
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Knowledge of music licensing, stock footage licensing and intellectual property licensing for broadcast and interactive media
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Solid knowledge of digital production and post-production process
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Exceptional written, negotiation and verbal communication skills
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Exceptional initiative, meticulous attention to detail and follow through skills
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A true team player that enjoys working collaboratively, as well as independently
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A positive, can-do, roll up your sleeves attitude
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Big picture thinker who is proactive, anticipates potential issues, and deals with them effectively.
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Highly intelligent, detail oriented, organized, multi-tasking, quick learner, who knows how to deal with various types of personalities
Unsure if you meet the qualifications? We are always looking for talent which will continue to cultivate an inclusive and representative team that will enhance our perspectives, skill sets, background, and behaviors. We encourage those who are passionate about what we do to apply!
- Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
- Base Salary $87,500 - $110,000
- Employer-sponsored 401k with match
- Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
- Unlimited PTO
- Caregiver (Parental) Leave
- Health and Wellness benefits