Media & Distribution Counsel — Licensing & Strategy Leader

TAPP Film

United States

On-site

USD 190,000 - 205,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

MLB Tickets access

Discounts at MLB Shop

EAP

Training & development

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life and AD&D

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Major League Baseball is seeking a Counsel, Media & Distribution to lead licensing, drafting and negotiation of media agreements across networks and platforms. The role provides strategic legal counsel on risks, IP protection and regulatory considerations in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

The ideal candidate has a JD, NY bar admission, top academics, and several years at a premier law firm, with strong communication and relationship-building skills to work with senior leadership.

Qualifications

JD degree and state bar admission, preferably New York.
Strong academic record and references.
Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

Lead or participate in media rights licensing and distribution transactions.
Advise on advertising, sponsorship and promotional initiatives.
Provide strategic legal risk guidance across media platforms and technologies.
Collaborate with MLB Legal and business partners to align policies.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Adaptability

Multitasking

Passion for sports/media

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission (New York preferred)

Top academic credentials

Job description

The ideal candidate has a JD, NY bar admission, top academics, and several years at a premier law firm, with strong communication and relationship-building skills to work with senior leadership.

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