Business Affairs Manager - NY (Theater focus)
Business Affairs Manager - NY (Theater focus)
Gersh
New York, NY
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Gersh has been a force in the entertainment industry since its founding in 1949. With a commitment to excellence and hands-on representation, Gersh – a full-service agency with over 300 staff, including more than 130 agents – is the oldest agency in Hollywood. In 2023, an equity investment from Crestview Partners signaled a new era for the agency, beginning a global expansion plan.
We are seeking a Business Affairs Manager with theater experience for our NY office. Our ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-starter with 2+ years' experience in the entertainment industry, working in business affairs or entertainment law firm. The primary focus will be to support our Theater department in NY and work closely with the legal team in LA.
Please note: the position is on-site in our NYC office. MUST HAVE experience with theater agreements.
Responsibilities:
- Negotiating and managing a high volume of short-form and long-form contracts, including theater, influencer, endorsement, appearance, NDA, personal-services agreements
- Fostering positive long-term relationships with the agency’s agents and clients
- Managing deal flow across the Theater department
Qualifications:
- Admitted NY or CA attorney with 2 years of transactional legal/business affairs experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience with theater agreements and/or familiarity with the theater industry
- Outstanding drafting, negotiation, analytical and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to interact with a range of personalities and styles in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated passion for your chosen field, and a genuine commitment to workplace equity
Salary: $80-95K total compensation
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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