Legal Counsel – Creator Content
Overview
We are seeking an experienced attorney to support a fast-paced Content organization focused on creators, media partnerships, content production, sponsorships, and brand collaborations.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience negotiating creator and content-related agreements, advising on promotions and marketing initiatives, and navigating content licensing, rights, clearances, and production requirements.
This role will work closely with cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, Communications, and Legal to identify and manage legal risks while supporting business and partnership initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements supporting the Content organization, including:
Creator and influencer agreements
Content licensing agreements
Production and development agreements
Sponsorship agreements
Brand collaboration agreements
Media and publisher agreements
Service provider agreements
Advise on creator programs, appearances, content creation, and platform-specific content requirements.
Counsel business teams on content production, including rights, clearances, licensing, ownership, and usage requirements.
Support promotions, contests, and other marketing initiatives by drafting official rules, reviewing marketing materials, and advising on applicable platform and regulatory requirements.
Review external communications and marketing materials for legal and regulatory considerations.
Partner with Product, Engineering, Communications, and Legal teams to identify and manage legal issues throughout the product and partnership development lifecycle.
Provide practical and strategic legal guidance that helps minimize risk while supporting business objectives.
Develop templates, playbooks, and processes to improve efficiency and consistency across the organization.
Responsibly leverage AI tools, including ChatGPT and Claude, to improve legal workflows and develop scalable processes.
Manage a high volume of matters in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and ambiguity.
Required Qualifications
5–7 years of relevant legal experience.
Active law license.
Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing creator, influencer, talent, or similar agreements.
Experience with promotions, contests, sweepstakes, or marketing initiatives.
Strong understanding of content production, including:
Content licensing
Copyright and usage rights
Clearances
Talent releases
Production requirements
Ownership and licensing terms
Experience working with creators, agencies, media partners, publishers, or other content organizations.
Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal counseling skills.
Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Proficiency with G Suite and Microsoft tools.
Familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT and Claude.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience with social media, UGC, creator-content, or digital media platforms.
In-house legal experience.
Experience supporting technology, product, engineering, communications, or partnership teams.
Experience working with creator-focused platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, Snap, or similar companies.
Experience partnering with cross-functional teams to identify and manage legal risks throughout the product or partnership lifecycle.
Traditional media, entertainment, or content production experience.