Krystal Johnson Email & Phone Number

Charlotte, Nc, Us

Culver City, California, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

- Negotiate complex development and production deals for “above-the-line” talent, including producers, writers, actors, and voice talent for scripted (live action, animated) programming - Support from development through production on pilot/series and long form projects, as well as work closely with executives and producers during production and hiatus periods- Negotiate overall deals, first look agreements, rights agreements (books, articles, etc.)- Manage relationships with agents, lawyers, and studio executives throughout the entertainment industry- Work with and provide guidance to company legal affairs, as well as interface on a frequent basis with various internal groups (creative, production, finance, contract administration, talent, etc.) - Advise on BA-related matters both with internal clients and outside production companies regarding pilots, presentations, and series for the studio

Greater Los Angeles Area

- Served the Discovery Studios subdivision of Discovery, Inc. as Production Counsel for series, special programs, and short form content for Discovery Network, TLC, HGTV, Food Network, and Animal Planet- Structured, drafted, and negotiated entertainment agreements pertinent to the development and production of television pilots and series, including development holds and agreements, above-the-line deals, licenses, releases, and other production-related deals- Handled pre-broadcast clearance reviews and advised production teams on clearance and rights issues, such as fair use, defamation, and rights of publicity and privacy- Provided solutions and oversight over the legal and business matters associated to my assigned projects- Interfaced with production personnel/crew and Discovery executives regarding matters specific to the Studio needs- Provided legal counsel regarding script reviews, casting selections, product integrations, ancillary exploitation, social media activity, experiential activations, merchandising and promotional goods

Greater Los Angeles Area

Serving Small Businesses, Creatives, and Influencers by,- Providing Business Affairs Services - Facilitating Strategic Partnerships with Brands- Offering Project Management and Business Consulting Services- Brand Management and Strategy

Greater New York City Area

• Legal advisor to individuals and business entities focusing on: - Contract negotiation, drafting, and review of entertainment industry agreements, such as talent, brand management, publishing, and production agreements - Oversight of the execution of Brand Partnership & Collaboration agreements on behalf of Influencers. - Legal counseling and advising to bloggers and influences on the special regulations and requirements imposed on the social media industry. - Providing consultative legal and business affairs services to media and event production companies in regards to venue and vendor agreements, performance agreements, merchandise agreements, and terms for giveaways and sweepstakes - Trademark counseling, including identification and selection of marks, registration with the USPTO, enforcement, and strategy plans on usage of the mark in the market - Develop strategy and implement anti-piracy efforts to ensure intellectual property is fully protected, as well as effectively deal with and respond to infringers - Advising individuals and business entities focusing on corporate governance and general transactional matters

• Investigated incidents of reported trademark infringement and drafted Cease and Desist letters to offending companies • Researched all state laws pertinent to licensing and commercial vans for the newly acquired Sprinter Vans division of MBUSA• Audited outside counsel billing for Head General Counsels use in expense meetings • Researched and wrote legal memoranda regarding various matters including trademark dilution, contract interpretation, and other legal issues concerning MBUSA

• Drafted arena license agreements for events at the Time Warner Arena, such as concerts and private events• Researched issues that are legally significant to the Charlottes Bobcats Sports and Entertainment Company, such as sweepstakes, electronic ticket scalping, and employees volunteering to work within their job description• Drafted employment agreements for the 2009-2010 Lady Cats Team• Drafted season ticket holder license agreements, amendments, and terminations• Drafted Trade Certification and Uniform Agreement of Assignment of Player Contracts for the 2009 Free Agent Trades

• Drafted Petitions for Discretionary Review memorandums for the Justice’s review concerning cases involving murder, parental rights, and land use• Prepared bench briefs for upcoming cases to be heard by the court• Researched legal issues and case law, regarding firearm laws and driving under the influence laws, to be included in future opinions • Recommended decisions to presented Writs of Habeas Corpus• Researched issues of interest to the Justice for possible future publication in law journals and the ABA Judicial Division Judges’ Journal

• Assisted the U.S. Attorney and Assistant U.S. Attorney’s with trial preparation for the various civil and criminal cases handled by the Western District of North Carolina office • Created and compiled discovery packages to be distributed to the defense counsel • Collaborated with officers from federal agencies to synthesize data that was used for investigations and eventually as evidence for federal prosecution • Frequently assisted in the creation and organization of trial exhibits • Processed all incoming bankruptcy cases and screened the federal criminal history of all involved parties

Doctor Of Law - Jd, Juris Doctor And Masters Of Business Administration

Activities and Societies: Sports and Entertainment Law (Chair); Graduate Student Advisory Board (Secretary); SRBLSA Law Journal (Marketing.

Business Administration, Marketing