Contracts Coordinator

Posted 8 days ago

directors guild of americaLos Angeles (CA)

Labor Relations Specialists Motion Picture and Video Production

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$68,000 - $75,000 per year

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About the role

Contracts Coordinator Executive & Contracts Department Based in Los Angeles, CAWho We AreAs the collective voice of more than 19,000 members, the Directors Guild of America (DGA) empowers directors and their teams to protect and enhance their creative and economic rights and to strengthen their ability to develop meaningful, successful careers. Our members work in film, television, commercials, news, sports, and new media.

What You'll Do: The DGA seeks a Contracts Coordinator to work in the Guild's national headquarters in Los Angeles, CA to assist with the Basic Agreement, specifically focused on TV Director issues.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Contracts team and Executives on enforcement of the Basic Agreement and on various organizing objectives. Comprehensive understanding of DGA contracts covering employment in the film and television industry. Evaluating studio-submitted waivers pertaining to a Director's creative and economic rights. Outreach to DGA members and studio representatives to discuss employment issues, economic rights & creative rights. Resolving contract disputes with studio counterparts, including filing contract grievances as necessary. Develop and drive contract enforcement campaigns. Support executive team in collective bargaining research and preparation. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
Ability to work closely with a team as well as independently
Intellectual curiosity
Flexibility, organization, and ability to prioritize
Ability to navigate difficult conversations professionally
Comfort communicating with a wide range of individuals, including member leaders, attorneys, agents, and non-members
Excellent analytical and computer skills; proficiency with Excel
Previous experience with union representation helpful but not required.
Work onsite 5 days per week.
Undergraduate degree required.
Starting Salary Range: $68,000-75,000 depending on experience
What You'll GetGenerous Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
Pension Plan (both defined benefit and defined contribution)
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
Generous Vacation & Sick Leave
Company-Paid Holidays
Designated Parking SpotThis position is on-site at our Los Angeles headquarters 5 days a week.
The DGA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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