About the National Association of Broadcasters: The National Association of Broadcasters is the voice for the nation's radio and television broadcasters. As the premier trade association for broadcasters, NAB advances the interests of our members in federal government, industry and public affairs; improves the quality and profitability of broadcasting; encourages content and technology innovation; and spotlights the important and unique ways stations serve their communities. NAB delivers value to our members through advocacy, education and innovation. Position Summary: This position is responsible for helping shape NAB’s legal and policy positions and legal filings on issues related to radio and television copyright and intellectual property matters affecting the broadcasting industry, assisting with NAB’s corporate intellectual property, privacy and trademark matters and performing general legal work as assigned and based on the Organization’s needs. Essential Functions: Develop, write and supervise the preparation of FCC and other government agency pleadings, appellate briefs, and issue papers. Work closely with the government relations team to develop copyright policy positions on Capitol Hill, including on issues concerning music licensing. Serve as NAB’s copyright representative on panels, workshops and other public-facing events. Work with members of the international copyright community to further broadcast copyright issues across the globe. Respond to internal and member inquires on a variety of intellectual property issues. Edit and write memoranda and publications for members. Provide counsel on and support for NAB’s data protection, intellectual property and trademark efforts Draft release forms on behalf of NAB and its affiliates. Assist with legal review and drafting of NAB’s contracts, especially as they pertain to intellectual property. Other duties as assigned. Internal and External Relations: Internal: Effectively communicates and works with others in the Legal and Regulatory Affairs department and various other departments throughout the organization External: Effectively communicates with members of NAB, along with other stakeholders, copywriters, and DOJ, along with speaking on various panels on NAB’s behalf |