The Paralegal at Disney Theatrical Group in NYC will assist the legal team, drafting and negotiating various agreements. Responsibilities include drafting contracts for creative labs, special events, release forms, event contracts (venue rentals, vendor agreements), supporting the Paralegal Manager and Specialist in marketing contracts (photographers, designers, promotional partners), and assisting with creative team agreements for productions.  The ideal candidate possesses strong drafting, negotiating, and writing skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, and the ability to manage multiple assignments. Theatre or entertainment experience is preferred.

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 <div class="additional-field-value-razor">** This role is located in NYC, NY and the person is required to be on-site 4 days/week.** Job Description:&nbsp; Paralegal At Disney Theatrical Group we strive to create a culture of innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and creativity.  Stories shape how we see ourselves and everyone around us. As storytellers, we have the power to not only uplift and inspire, but also to champion the spectrum of voices in our world.  If you want to help tell compelling, diverse, and enduring stories through live theater, we want to hear from you. &nbsp;Disney Theatrical Group is in search of a Paralegal to assist the legal team in our New York office. This position will partner with attorneys, the paralegal manager, and paralegal specialist to draft and negotiate various agreements.&nbsp; The ideal candidate is a professional with keen attention to detail, a service-oriented attitude and a strong work ethic.Responsibilities include:<ul><li>Drafting contracts for creative labs/workshops; special events; Release forms; Event contracts (venue rentals, equipment rentals, vendor agreements, conferences)</li><li>Drafter for Disney Musicals in School Program and other educational and licensing sponsorships</li><li>Support Paralegal Manager and Paralegal Specialist in marketing contracts such as:<ul><li>Photographers, videographers, graphic designers</li><li>Promotional partners</li><li>Publicity consultants</li><li>Social media captains</li><li>Sweepstakes</li><li>Clearance requests and license agreements</li><li>Social Media Influencer documentation</li></ul></li><li>New Amsterdam Theatre Vendors and Rentals, warehouse agreements, theatre buyouts</li><li>Support the legal team on drafting key creative team agreements for first-class productions (authors, directors, choreographers, designers), JR &amp; KIDS new title development</li></ul><ul><li>Models and supports the mission and values of The Walt Disney Company and Disney Theatrical Group by demonstrating inclusive behavior and maintaining a safe and professional working environment.&nbsp;</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>At least one year of relevant work expeirence.</li><li>The ideal candidate will possess strong drafting, negotiating, writing and computer skills as well as the ability to problem solve in a business-friendly, creative manner.&nbsp;</li><li>All applicants must have excellent written and oral communication skills, superior people skills a team-oriented approach, and the ability to juggle and prioritize numerous assignments.</li><li>Theatre or entertainment experience preferred.</li></ul>Education:A Bachelor’s Degree and/or qualifications to be a paralegal by certification or education and work experience as set forth by the American Bar Association and/or any applicable state codes.Disney Theatrical Group, a division of The Walt Disney Studios, was formed in 1994 and operates under the direction of Andrew Flatt, Anne Quart, and Thomas Schumacher. Worldwide, its ten Broadway titles, including the current Broadway productions of The Lion King and Aladdin, have been seen by more than 200 million theatregoers and have been nominated for 62 Tony® Awards, winning Broadway’s highest honor 20 times. Disney Theatrical Group also delivers live shows globally through its license to Feld Entertainment, producer of Disney on Ice. In addition, DTG licenses musical titles for local, school and community theatre productions through Music Theatre International, resulting in over 500,000 performances around the world reaching audiences of more than 150 million.&nbsp;DTG is committed to providing the highest quality opportunities for the widest, most diverse group of talented professionals throughout their career trajectory. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds are currently underrepresented in the field of theater, inclusive of race, ethnicity, class, gender identity or expression, disability, and sexual orientation. &nbsp; The hiring range for this position in NYC, NY is $74,300.00 to $99,600.00 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.</div>
 
 
 
 
 
 
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