Junior Counsel

Overview

A24 is seeking a driven and dynamic Junior Counsel to join our legal team in West Hollywood. This role supports A24’s scripted TV and corporate business and plays a key role in legal operations across both teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft entertainment-related contracts including certificates, option purchase agreements, and assignment agreements.
• Draft and review legal documents such as credit facility agreements, chain of title documentation, and intercompany rights contracts for film and TV projects.
• Review and negotiate routine commercial contracts like NDAs, order forms, and terms of service.
• Organize and maintain an extensive archive of contracts and legal documents.
• Coordinate with talent agents, lawyers, and external counsel to facilitate negotiations and resolve legal queries.
• Collaborate with internal teams (production, finance, international) for project financing documentation and information.
• Manage operations with outside legal production partners for active productions.
• Oversee A24’s corporate structure by handling entity formations and ongoing maintenance.
• Maintain tracking systems, adopt new technologies, and create efficient workflows for our corporate legal department functions.

Qualifications

• J.D. with strong academic performance and membership in good standing with the California bar.
• 1-3 years of transactional experience in TV/film business affairs, corporate media, or entertainment law firm; entry-level candidates with internships considered.
• Strong understanding of contracts, intellectual property law, and entertainment industry legal frameworks.
• Proficiency in legal research databases, Microsoft Office, and ability to learn company-specific software.
• Exceptional organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
• Professionalism, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.

About A24

A24 is an acclaimed global entertainment company known for producing and distributing films, TV series, documentaries, music, publishing, and consumer products. Established in New York in 2012, A24 has earned critical and commercial acclaim with over 21 Oscars, 18 Golden Globes, and 18 Emmys. Recognized for hits such as Moonlight, Everything Everywhere All at Once, and Uncut Gems, and TV successes like Euphoria and Ramy, A24 continues to expand its portfolio with exciting upcoming projects.

Compensation & Benefits

The target salary range for this role is between $100,000 to $140,000, with actual salary based on experience and skills. This role is eligible for an annual performance bonus, competitive healthcare, and other employee benefits.

Key skills/competency

• Entertainment Law
• Contract Drafting
• Legal Review
• Corporate Law
• Transactional Experience
• Legal Research
• Negotiation
• Project Management
• Organizational Skills
• Communication