Manager, Business Affairs

The 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; license agreements; international co-production agreements; writer/producer, performer and other talent deals; co-productions; and product integrations. This individual will report to a 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, legal, public relations, finance, music, distribution, and affiliated platforms (e.g., Peacock, NBC).. Negotiate script 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, reviewing agreements for accuracy of terms negotiated and coordinating the processing of invoices based on required contractual obligations of payment authorizations.