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JOIN THE HERD

At Snarky Elephant Productions, we don’t just talk about change, we build it into everything we do. Our company is founded on the belief that film should reflect the world as it is: diverse, fearless, and unapologetically authentic. That’s why we focus exclusively on producing bold, groundbreaking content by and about historically underrepresented communities — especially those too often left out of the frame.

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From the stories we tell to the teams we build, we’re committed to rewriting the script on representation, equity, and access. That means equal pay, inclusive hiring, and crew diversity aren't perks, they’re policy.

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Interested in an open position? Send your cover letter and resume to jobs@snarkyelephant.com! 

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OPEN POSITIONS

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    ABOUT THE ROLE

    The Chief Business Officer (CBO) is a key executive responsible for leading and managing the overall business strategy, growth, and financial performance of the organization. The CBO works closely with the CEO and senior leadership to drive revenue, expand market reach, develop strategic partnerships, and ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong business acumen, strategic vision, and the ability to execute growth initiatives effectively.

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    Key Responsibilities:

    • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement business strategies to drive growth, increase profitability, and enhance competitive positioning.

    • Revenue Growth: Identify and execute opportunities for revenue expansion, including new market entry, product diversification, and business model innovation.

    • Partnerships & Alliances: Build and maintain strategic partnerships, collaborations, and joint ventures to enhance business opportunities.

    • Financial Oversight: Work with the CFO to manage financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.

    • Operations Management: Oversee key business functions, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

    • Market Expansion: Conduct market research, identify trends, and analyze competitive landscapes to inform strategic decision-making.

    • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across various business units.

    • Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, board members, and regulatory bodies.

    • Innovation & Transformation: Drive digital transformation and business model innovations to keep the company ahead of industry trends.

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    Qualifications & Requirements:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (MBA preferred).

    • 10+ years of experience in business leadership roles, with a proven track record of driving business growth and profitability.

    • Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning skills.

    • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities.

    • Experience in scaling businesses, managing P&L, and executing corporate strategies.

    • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a results-driven mindset.

    • Industry experience relevant to the company's operations is preferred.

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    ABOUT THE ROLE

    This post is for a Chief Legal Officer (CLO) position for our rapidly growing independent film and media production company. The role is currently equity-only until SEP achieves its pre-seed fundraising goal, slated to be in the upcoming year. In this critical role, you will serve as the key legal advisor to the executive team, ensuring the company operates within the bounds of the law while also enabling the business to achieve its ambitious growth objectives.

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    As the CLO, you will be responsible for managing SEP's legal portfolio, including contract negotiations, intellectual property protection, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and more. You will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Creative Officer, and other department heads to proactively identify and address potential legal issues, while also providing sound counsel to empower the business.

    Ideal candidates will have a strong background in entertainment/media law, with proven experience supporting entrepreneurial, fast-paced organizations in the independent film and production space. You should be motivated by the power of storytelling and have a passion for SEP's mission of elevating diverse voices and perspectives through our indie-range budget productions.

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    This is a new, critical role within the organization that offers the opportunity to shape and build out all of the essential legal functions as the company continues to scale. If you're ready to leverage your legal expertise to support a dynamic, mission-driven media company, we want to hear from you!

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    Qualifications:

    • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

    • 5+ years of relevant legal experience, with at least 3 years in the entertainment/media industry

    • Proven track record of providing strategic legal counsel to executive leadership teams

    • Expertise in contract law, intellectual property, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance

    • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills

    • Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical language for staff and creators

    • Experience working with independent film productions, emerging media companies, and independent creators

    • Passion for storytelling and a commitment to SEP's mission and values

    • Proven partnership development and sales experience

    • Proven track record of establishing and or contributing to developing strong partnerships 

    • Ability to think strategically and develop innovative legal strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives, while also anticipating and addressing potential legal challenges and risks.
       

    Responsibilities:

    • Serve as the company's chief legal advisor, providing strategic counsel to the executive team on all legal matters

    • Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial contracts with individual creators and larger entities, including production agreements, distribution deals, licensing arrangements, IP agreements, and more

    • Support in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure SEP remains compliant with all relevant laws and regulations

    • Manage the company's intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and other proprietary assets

    • Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks across the organization, recommending appropriate risk management strategies

    • Partner with the marketing and communications teams to ensure legal review and approval of all external-facing materials

    • Oversee the work of external counsel, managing relationships with law firms and other legal service providers

    • Contribute to the development of the company's long-term strategic vision, providing legal insights and perspective
       

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