Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Corporation

Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Vice President (VP) of Distribution Business and Legal Affairs will serve as a key member of the team overseeing the business and legal aspects of the company's distribution operations. The Vice President of Distribution Business and Legal Affairs will be responsible for structuring, negotiating, and managing contracts pertaining to the distribution of the company’s content, including the Fox cable and broadcast networks and streaming services.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Negotiate and draft agreements for distribution of FOX content, including linear cable networks, FOX broadcast network and FAST channels, content licensing to streaming platforms, and distribution of FOX apps on tech platforms
• Provide legal and strategic advice to distribution team business executives
• Manage compliance with distribution agreements
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes affecting content distribution
• Assist with legal issues arising in connection with station groups that distribute the FOX broadcast network

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 8+ years of legal experience in media distribution, with a focus on content licensing and distribution
• JD from an accredited law school and active bar membership
• Proven success in drafting and negotiating a wide range of distribution agreements
• Substantial knowledge of digital and traditional content distribution pipelines
• Extensive knowledge of the entertainment industry, with a particular focus on distribution channels and trends
• Demonstrated knowledge of the legal and regulatory landscape related to affiliate distribution, including FCC regulations
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities independently
• Expertise in contract law, with a superb track record in negotiating complex agreements
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Familiarity with digital distribution methods and evolving distribution technologies

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $247,000.00-330,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.