Entertainment Contracts Specialist

WME; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harry Walker Agency, a business unit of WME, seeks a smart and motivated Contracts Administrator to join its Business Affairs Department in New York, NY. Primary responsibilities include organizational and administrative support of the business affairs team, drafting and negotiation of speaking engagement contracts for high-profile individuals in consultation with sales agents and talent managers.

The role requires excellent written and oral communication, strong organizational skills, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with demonstrated interest in the entertainment industry and/or as a legal assistant, paralegal or contracts professional
• Strong desire to work in the entertainment industry
• Detail oriented with outstanding organizational skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Solutions-focused with a strong work ethic and drive to learn and contribute
• An upbeat, positive, communicative team-player with a no-nonsense approach to work

Responsibilities

• Work with BA executives to manage team work flow, meetings, record keeping, deal tracking and documentation
• Support the continuous improvement of standard form agreements and legal processes
• Draft contracts between speakers, the agency and hosting organizations
• Process contract edits and revisions in a time sensitive and professional manner
• Adeptly manage and prioritize assignments on a minute to minute basis, including using CRM to keep detailed records, following team processes and structures
• Accurately and professionally communicate internally with all internal stakeholders, including team managers, sales agents and talent managers
• Communicate as necessary via phone and email with host organizations, including including domestic and international corporations, non-profits, trade associations and institutions of higher learning
• Perform special projects as required

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in entertainment or legal support

Job description

The Harry Walker Agency, a business unit of WME, seeks a smart and motivated Contracts Administrator to join its Business Affairs Department in New York, NY. Primary responsibilities include organizational and administrative support of the business affairs team, drafting and negotiation of speaking engagement contracts for high-profile individuals in consultation with sales agents and talent managers.

The role requires excellent written and oral communication, strong organizational skills, and