VP, Business and Legal Affairs - Production

We’re looking for new team members to join FanDuel Sports Network, the nation’s largest provider of live local sports.

As a local sports media platform, we’re proud to be the local media partner for 29 MLB, NHL, and NBA teams, producing and delivering over 3,000 live games and events every year. Whether it’s the heat of a playoff push or the excitement of Opening Day, we’re all about delivering the moments that matter to hometown fans.

We’re part of Main Street Sports Group, serving fans in regions across our15 owned and operated networks. We combine powerful partnerships, cutting-edge streaming technology, and smart distribution to make sure fans can watch their teams how they want, whether that’s through a direct-to-consumer streaming platform or major cable providers.

The Position:
We are seeking a VP, Business and Legal Affairs – Production to join the FanDuel Sports Network Legal Team. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will primarily focus on supporting the Production team for FDSN.

This is a hybrid position located in NYC or Southport, CT.

The Game Plan:
(What you will do)

• Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret an extensive range of agreements, including vendor, development, acquisition, licensing agreements, production, and talent agreements
• Provide comprehensive legal guidance on all aspects of television production, including pre-production planning, filming, post-production, and distribution; manage production issues for live event and ancillary programming
• Ensure compliance with FCC regulations, broadcasting standards, team and league requirements
• Advise on intellectual property matters including music licensing, trademark usage, and copyright clearance
• Manage talent agreements for on-air personalities, commentators, and production staff
• Oversee vendor contracts for production services, equipment rentals, and post-production facilities
• Assess legal risks associated with live sports broadcasting and remote production
• Develop and maintain legal protocols for handling on-air incidents, technical failures, and breaking news situations
• Review programming content for potential legal issues including defamation, privacy violations, and inappropriate content; advise on editorial decisions and journalistic standards for sports news and commentary programming
• Advise on corporate structure and governance matters related to production activities
• Create deal summaries, maintain and administer day-to-day contractual and operational matters including preparation letters and memoranda to internal and external clients and presentations to senior-level management, etc.
• Support general corporate matters as requested
• Work closely with teams and legal leaders primarily responsible for rights and content acquisition and distribution
• Manage outside counsel when appropriate

The Stats:
(What to bring)

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active law license required.
• 7+ years’ experience
• Experience at a national law firm and in-house preferred
• Corporate/transactional background
• Prior legal production experience 

Player Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits – Start 1st day of employment.
• Wellness Program Incentive
• 401K – Match up to 4%.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal)
• Company Holidays
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Employee Discounts

The Company is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.  The annual base compensation range for this role is $245K – 265K. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as a candidate’s relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

FanDuel Sports Network, Independently Owned & Operated by Main Street Sports Group, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you like growth and working with dedicated, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

It is the policy of FanDuel Sports Network to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FanDuel Sports Network will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.