Job Posting Title:
Paralegal
Req ID:
10132395
Job Description:
The Walt Disney Company is a diversified, international family entertainment and media organization whose operations include theme parks and resorts, filmed entertainment including motion pictures and television shows, theatrical productions, home video products, records, consumer products, a cruise line, radio and television stations, broadcast and cable networks, internet offerings, and publishing activities.
About the Role & Team
We are seeking a paralegal to join Disney’s Corporate Legal Copyright Administration Group. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for the copyright registration, recordation, and administration of our expanding original global content. This role is under the supervision and guidance of a Director and will provide exposure to and the opportunity to work with the segments that produce content for Disney+, Hulu, Star, Walt Disney Pictures & Animation, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, 20th Studios & Television, Hollywood Records, Disney Theatrical Productions, and others.
This role is an in-office position based in Burbank, CA.
What You Will Do
- File copyright registrations and recordations with the US Copyright Office.
- Review production agreements, schedules, databases, and other reference materials to confirm the chain of title and information required for copyright.
- Secure and review physical and digital content for copyright registration purposes.
- Communicate directly with creative, legal, and business segments involved with developing and producing content.
- Perform research, prepare reports, investigate, and resolve registration inquiries.
- Populate and manage copyright data, images, and information in the Copyright Administration databases.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- A least 2 years in a paralegal role or 3 years of industry related copyright registration experience.
- Detail-oriented, with excellent verbal, analytical, and listening skills.
- Ability to independently manage one's workload, with discernment on when to seek assistance as necessary.
- Capacity to hold oneself and others accountable for results.
- Experience in reviewing agreements and confirming chain of title.
- Proficiency in multitasking within a demanding, fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
- Conceptual thinker exhibiting excellent judgment.
- Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.
- Ability to take direction and propose relevant solutions as needed.
- Experience in reviewing agreements and confirming chain of title.
- Competence in handling highly sensitive and confidential materials.
- Quick learner with a strong emphasis on client service.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and other office-related software.
Education
- A Bachelor’s Degree and/or qualifications to be a paralegal by certification or education and work experience as set forth by the American Bar Association and/or any applicable state codes.
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The hiring range for this position in the Greater Los Angeles area is $72,000 to $96,500 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Job Posting Segment:
Legal
Job Posting Primary Business:
Studio Legal and Legal Affairs
Primary Job Posting Category:
Paralegal
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Burbank, CA, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-10-02
