NBCUniversal

Sr. Counsel, Intellectual Property

Universal City, CA, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$165k-$200kDetected 1 day ago

LLMsIntellectual PropertyEpicLeadershipCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

Counsel, Intellectual Property will serve as the primary point of contact for all IP matters for an innovative new initiative at NBCUniversal.

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences.
We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service.
We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Must be a member in good standing of the California State Bar, or a member in good standing of another U.S. State Bar and eligible to register as in-house counsel in California
Proven ability to operate effectively across a large organization and to influence outcomes through collaboration
Track record of operating as a business-facing IP counsel in fast-moving, ambiguous situations, including evolving areas such as artificial intelligence
Excellent executive presence and ability to communicate practical legal advice to senior business leaders, engineers, product managers, and creative leader
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

Substantive experience in the video game and interactive entertainment industry, including experience with video game technologies, user-generated content, and game modifications
Experience supporting generative AI content creation and distribution
Passion for video games, interactive entertainment, artificial intelligence, and other emerging technologies, digital platforms, or innovative consumer products
Experience partnering closely with product, engineering, advertising, marketing, and business leadership teams
Prior in-house legal experience at a video game publisher, developer, platform, or interactive media company is a plus

Serve as the primary legal advisor for IP matters for the business
Advise on open-source software policies in coordination with NBCUniversal IP subject-matter experts
Conduct IP and technology diligence for acquisitions, investments, and strategic partnerships
Draft, negotiate, and advise on inbound licensing of third-party IP, including characters, music, brands, and other products

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.
Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work.

ithout regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership i

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