Sr Manager IP Partnerships

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Each day Universal Studios Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it’s on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career! 

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

In partnership with the Director, this role will lead the management of the Intellectual Property (IP) compliance process on behalf of Universal Destinations & Experiences (UDX). They will be the subject matter expert corresponding with Intellectual Property stakeholders on behalf of Universal Entertainment and Food & Beverage Divisions for uses of their IP in our theme parks, primarily the UOR and USH destinations. Ensures the organization fulfills its contractual obligations to the partners and that initiatives are executed.  Leads projects managed by the IP Team to fulfill UDX brand awareness and business objectives. Manages the IP approval process for high priority projects such as new attractions, internal workflow systems (currently WorkFront) and process efficiency work.

• In close partnership with the Director, oversees team and approval process for usage of 30+ IPs on behalf of UDX by ensuring the IP Team is providing clear and detailed explanations for submission requests in an effort to get favorable approval responses from our IP stakeholders.
• Oversees the tools and training of internal teams to ensure they are adhering to the process and are aware of compliance issues associated with using IPs in their materials. Works with internal leaders to correct habitual compliance related issues to ensure required information is received and items can move forward through the submission process quickly and smoothly.
• Manages and supervises the teams and IP approval processes for select high priority projects such as new attractions, seasonal events and alignment of global initiatives for Entertainment and Food & Beverage development.
• Develops and executes process efficiencies with both internal and external stakeholders that make review of approval requests more streamlined.
• Works with UDX Legal teams and Internal Audit teams to anticipate and address trademark and copyright issues and concerns.
• Utilizes working experience with IP stakeholders to aid in the fulfillment of both their strategic and UDX’s objectives. Project manage and/or execute key business plans and initiatives as directed in a manner to increase the value (tangible & non-tangible) of the partnerships.
• Actively participates in multi-park meetings and communications between UDX IP Teams globally including providing relevant IP partner updates and assist in cross-park submission strategies. Identifies opportunities for multi-park use of creative that is developed by one park that may be of interest and benefit to other UDX parks. Assist in further research on cross-utiliza