Head of Business Affairs (LATAM), Amazon MGM Studios Business Affairs

Come build the future of entertainment with us. Do you want to help define the next generation of how and what Amazon customers are watching? Prime Video is one of the leading global streaming services, offering customers an extensive selection of movies, TV shows, and Amazon Originals in more than 240 countries and territories. We are looking for a Business Affairs Executive to join Amazon Studios’ Film and Television group. This role will lead the team providing deal-making services across all scripted and unscripted deals in our LATAM markets, as well as multi-territory deals, and will report directly to the Head of International Business Affairs. Key job responsibilities The Head of Business Affairs, LATAM will lead negotiations across above-the-line talent deals (including writers, producers, directors and cast), development deals (including original scripts, book and format rights) and production company agreements throughout LATAM. The role will partner closely with Creative, Production, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Tax and Legal, while collaborating with business affairs executives across territories to develop cross-territory solutions. The candidate will also support Legal Affairs in finalizing agreements and addressing production issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record working with LATAM agents, managers and outside counsel, with the ability to navigate business practices across diverse territories. Substantial multi-territory commercial affairs experience, with a focus on development and growth opportunities, is required. A comprehensive understanding of international film and television agreements, development and production methodologies, market practices, guild regulations, contract law and intellectual property is essential. Excellent drafting, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required. The successful candidate will manage a high-volume workload effectively, operate within corporate parameters, remain calm under pressure, build strong internal relationships, advise senior executives in time-sensitive situations, and apply strategic thinking and risk analysis to drive effective business solutions.