Peter DeVita

Chief Operating Officer | General Counsel

About

Experienced media executive with extensive management background in the entertainment and sports industries. Seasoned negotiator, business strategist and operational leader with focus on content production/distribution and talent deal-making. Former Head of Business Affairs for IMG Global Media and corporate attorney at Skadden Arps.

Country

United States

City

New York

Industry

Broadcast Media

Skill

Digital Media, Television, Entertainment, New Media, Mergers, Strategy, Video Production, Business Development, Business Strategy, Sponsorship, Corporate Finance, Negotiation, Sports Marketing, Licensing, Strategic Partnerships, Mergers & Acquisitions, Entrepreneurship, Management, Sports, Broadcast Television

Experience

Chief Operating Officer | General Counsel

JUMA ENTERTAINMENT

2011-10 - Present · 15 yrs

Greater New York City Area

Responsible for managing business affairs, legal matters and day-to-day operations of leading entertainment and sports content company with offices in Los Angeles, New York City and Philadelphia. Represent the Company in establishing and maintaining key business relationships with buyers, talent, strategic partners, agencies, sponsors and vendors. Oversee all corporate transactions and contract negotiations with networks, digital partners, international distributors, venue operators, brands and creative collaborators. Manage company risk, intellectual property and insurance programs. Supervise management team in preparing and executing production budgets, including ultimate responsibility for project P&L.

Senior Vice President, Head of Business Affairs

IMG

1997 - 2011 · 14 yrs

Greater New York City Area

Provided senior-level business and legal support to principal IMG divisions in N.America, including television production, talent representation, sports/media rights consulting, global partnerships and Olympics.