Manager, Business Affairs

Job Purpose Manager, Business Affairs will be primarily responsible for negotiating script development, series, writer/producer and other talent related agreements on behalf of Universal Studios Group in connection with scripted programming, including, but not limited to, negotiations related to the following: third-party script development agreements; rights acquisitions; license agreements; writer/producer, performer and other talent deals; co-productions; product integrations; music and digital media. This individual will report to an VP, Business Affairs. Essential Responsibilities Handle the day-to-day business affairs issues for current programming on air on broadcast, cable, and SVOD networks. Interface and coordinate with the following departments: programming, casting, production, ad sales, legal, labor, promotions, public relations, finance, music, distribution, marketing, network operations, affiliate relations, and affiliated platforms (e.g., Peacock, USA and SYFY). Negotiate development, series licensing, production, writer/producer, performer and other talent deals in connection with the development and series production of scripted programming for USG, including third-party transactions. Review budgets and other financial data associated with the development and production of such programming. Draft short-form deal memos, rights agreements, and performer agreements; review, reviewing agreements for accuracy of terms negotiated and coordinating the processing of invoices based on required contractual obligations of payment authorizations.