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, Distribution Legal will provide advice and support with respect to Fox’s distribution relationships for its portfolio of linear and digital properties across MVPDs, virtual MVPDs, digital platforms, and station groups. This includes carriage of Fox’s broadcast stations, national cable networks, Fox One, Fox Nation, Big Ten Plus, Fox’s portfolio of FAST channels, and licensing FOX network content to station groups.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead negotiations, drafting, and structuring of complex distribution and licensing agreements with MVPDs, digital platforms, and station groups
Advise the business on legal risk and compliance obligations associated with traditional and digital distribution of Fox content
Partner with executives and internal stakeholders across business, product, and technology teams to align deal execution with Fox’s broader corporate objectives
Stay ahead of trends in distribution models, digital platforms, ad tech, data privacy, security, and evolving consumer functionality
Act as a trusted advisor to department executives, offering solutions-oriented guidance on contract interpretation and long-term strategic opportunities

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

8+ years of law firm in-house legal experience in media 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 traditional and digital distribution
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

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.

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