Company description
Hi there! We’re Razorfish. We’ve been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What’s different? It all starts with people. Weird, wonderful, complex people - with diverse backgrounds in strategy, creative and technology. But no matter how different we are, we all have one thing in common. We believe our differences are our strength. So we push for inclusion, challenge convention and bring in new perspectives, to inspire new ideas. Because when we connect by understanding what makes people different, we can create unforgettable experiences that enrich lives. Join us at razorfish.com.
OverviewThe Associate Business Affairs Director is responsible for being a senior leader on the Business Affairs Team managing Business Affairs and talent aspects for various Content Productions (TV/Radio/Print/Video/Social etc). Works closely with Content Producers, Account Management and Finance to ensure all Content Productions are executed and delivered following all Client and Razorfish guidelines. Responsible for mentoring and providing guidance to all Business Affairs Team members. Responsible for managing direct reports if needed. The Associate BA Director has similar job responsibilities to the Sr. Business Affairs Manager with the addition of the noted key differentiators listed below.
Responsibilities- Work closely with Producers, Creative, Client Account Management and Finance on all Content production jobs from creative approval to final billing.
- Review creative for potential legal issues, including clearances and licensing of third-party materials. Liaise with Legal as needed.
- Work closely with Business Affairs Team to maintain Rights Managed Asset Tracker including handling negotiations for renewals as needed.
- Estimate SAG Talent/Non-Union sessions and residuals on Extreme Reach Talent platform for productions and prepare client facing talent estimates for approval
- Handle scale and over-scale talent negotiations including celebrity negotiations.
- Prepare SAG/Non-Union talent contracts for Producers and process contracts after shoot with talent paymaster on paymaster’s platform.
- Review final cuts/materials to ensure all licenses, contracts, releases are in place prior to delivery of spots/materials.
- Prepare and file SAG/Non-union final cast/completion reports in BOX and on talent paymaster’s platform as needed. Process all talent residual payments with paymaster and with Finance.
- Provide guidance and interpretation of the SAG-AFTRA Commercials Contract to Production, Creative and Client Account Management teams
- Prepare and present SAG/Non-union Talent/BA workshops for Producer and Account Teams as needed.
- Negotiate and manage third-party clearances and licensing (including music, UGC footage, etc.) necessary for production.
- Work closely with Vendor Management Team and Producers on preparing/reviewing all vendor contracts.
- Assist Producers in reviewing vendor bids and preparing client facing estimates.
- Assist Producers with insurance declarations as needed.
- Work closely with Third Party Finance team on all invoice submissions/approvals, vendor payments and vendor on-boarding.
- Maintain project folders for all jobs worked on in BOX
- Generate Ad-Id Codes as needed
- Assist as needed with Network Clearances and Broadcast traffic
- Work with Client Cost Consultants as needed.
- Works closely with BA Director, Finance leads, Legal and Head of Production:
- Implementing process, procedures and policies for managing content productions effectively
- Creating and implementing training materials to assist Production team
- Re-evaluating contract templates and guidelines with Legal periodically to keep up to date with trends/issues.
- Scoping new business LOE’s for BA Mgrs
- Identifying Industry trends/concerns and communicating to teams
QualificationsEducational Background:
- Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Advertising or equivilent work experience (e.g., Advertising, Marketing, Communications, Design).
Typical Background:
- Experience in a digital marketing/advertising agency.
SKILL COVERAGE
Hardline Skills: IP rights management, strategic financial planning, global licensing strategies, enterprise-level contract strategy, global digital rights strategy, multi-channel digital rights management, comprehensive industry regulatory understanding, advanced data analytics, global market strategy formulation, advanced digital production techniques.
Essential (Soft) Skills: Visionary thinking, diplomacy, advanced negotiation, resilience, emotional intelligence, stakeholder management, decision-making under pressure, strategic agility, influential communication, executive presence.
Leadership Skills: Organizational leadership, talent development, change management, cross-functional team leadership, organizational strategy development, advanced conflict resolution,
Additional informationThe Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include:
- Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
- Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility
- Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
- Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more
- Matching Gifts programs
- Flexible working arrangements
- ‘Work Your World’ Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
- Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances
The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents.
Razorfish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation Range: $98,500 to $165,500 annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 1/31/25.
