Business Affairs Manager
New York, NY USA
About WPP Production
We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.
About WPP
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What does a Business Affairs Manager do at WPP Production?
The Business Affairs Manager works as the “right-hand” to the broadcast/interactive/print producers. They are responsible for handling the business details of producing television and radio commercials, and interactive ads. The Business Affairs Manager is also responsible for assisting producers in the bidding process for television commercials and prepare all bid packages. They will formulate and issue TV, radio & interactive production estimates, work with client cost consultants, maintain production files, and issue all production contracts and production insurance.
They will also provide production support to producers for broadcast, print, digital. As well as talent usage rights expertise and coordination for music, talent, stock footage, etc. The Business Affairs Manager will issue purchase orders to suppliers, approve vendor invoices, and work with all suppliers in the broadcast production process.
Reporting lines and key stakeholders:
This role reports to the Head of Business Affairs.
You will work closely with client, finance and production teams.
Responsibilities:
- Review creative materials and advise Agency teams on talent, flag potential copyright issues and advise on next steps
- Work with Agency legal counsel on issues including updating releases, contract templates, risk assessment and indemnifications
- Review AICP, AICE, animation and music bids with Producer
- Work with cost consultants for adherence to appropriate Client budgeting and contractual guidelines
- Create and issue appropriate award documents, insurance, licensing and talent agreements and vendor purchase orders
- Flag possible legal, clearance, talent, and/or logistical issues; suggest solutions
- Handle full-up TV/content production, test, re-edit and radio jobs
- Review bids with Producers
- Oversee vendor set up/payment process in partnership with finance
- Work with Client’s Production Consultants
- Negotiate bids with vendors
Talent:
- Advise Agency teams and Clients on union rules, regulations and best practices
- Issue talent contracts, session reports
- Evaluate and manage union claims
- Create and negotiate music vendor agreements
- Issue talent agreements and foreign talent contracts
- Estimate talent sessions
- Prepare production estimates
- Issue purchase orders, contracts, insurance declarations, and releases
- Handles celebrity and music license negotiations or works with third-parties when required
- Review 3rd party licenses and contracts
Requirements:
- 5-8+ years Business Affairs - Agency or Production Company experience.
- Working knowledge of SAG-AFTRA and AFM contracts
- Experience with US and foreign productions
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of Agency and Client personnel
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $60,000 to $140,000. Individual compensation varies based on job related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click [here](opens in a new tab) for more details.
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Why work here:
At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.
Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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