WildBrain is a global leader in kids and family entertainment, focusing on franchise management and content creation. The Legal Counsel will provide proactive legal support to the Franchise and marketing teams, ensuring compliance with marketing regulations and assisting in various marketing initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted legal partner to the Franchise and marketing teams around marketing campaigns, content creation, promotional events, sponsorships, influencer partnerships, talent engagement, social media activations, giveaways / contests / sweepstakes, and reviewing and drafting the various ancillary agreements to support
- Monitor marketing regulations, advertising standards and data protection regulations, and translating into practical advice in support of marketing and brand campaigns unique to kids-focused marketing
- Apply sound judgement to manage and resolve time-sensitive escalations quickly and effectively to support the business unit’s ambitious objectives
- Build strong cross-functional relationships with WildBrain’s business units to support brand management and marketing initiatives
Skills
- LLB/JD, and member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario
- Ideally 1-2 years of industry experience in entertainment/media, marketing and advertising; in-house experience at a global brand is considered an asset
- Proven legal and business judgement to make effective decisions and problem solve
- Positive, professional team player who can work independently, reliably and efficiently
- Proactive, creative, and practical solutions to complex problems
- Excellent drafting, time management and organizational skills to consistently deliver high quality, reliable work while meeting tight timelines
- Curiosity and a desire to take on new and exciting challenges in a rapidly evolving environment
Benefits
- Bonus eligibility
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings with company matching
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage, with shared premium costs from day one.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Hybrid work model
Company Overview
Wild Brain is a computer animation studio that creates short cartoons for corporate advertisements and television shows. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.wildbrain.com.