Career Opportunities

USC Gould’s Online Master of Laws (Online LLM) in Media and Entertainment Law prepares attorneys with the industry-relevant expertise needed to build impactful legal careers across film, television, music, sports, digital media and streaming platforms.

The U.S. media and entertainment industry is the largest in the world, valued at $649 billion and projected to grow to $808 billion by 2028 according to the U.S. International Trade Administration. As PwC notes, streaming and digital media are driving unprecedented growth and continue to shape the future of entertainment. The demand for lawyers who understand both traditional entertainment law and emerging digital platforms has never been higher. USC Gould’s location in Los Angeles—the entertainment capital of the world—uniquely positions our graduates to thrive and advance in this dynamic and evolving industry.

With Hollywood in our backyard, USC Gould’s dedicated faculty bring years of experience working at major studios, production companies, talent agencies and law firms to the online classroom. Learning the business from industry veterans and experienced entertainment law professionals provides you with a nuanced appreciation of the connections between industry knowledge and real-world legal problem solving.

While legal job titles or responsibilities may overlap, possible outcomes for Online LLM in MEL graduates include:

Film & Television

Business Affairs Attorney
Production Legal Counsel
Rights and Clearance Manager

Music

Music/A&R Attorney
Music Publishing Legal Counsel
Digital Rights Manager

Sports

Sports Agent
Sports Attorney
In-House Professional Team/League Counsel

Law

Intellectual Property Attorney
Entertainment Boutique Firm Associate
General Counsel
Legal Consultant

The Online LLM in Media and Entertainment Law is designed for working legal professionals who currently work in the entertainment industry and want to become more well-versed in the practice of entertainment Law, or those who want to pivot from a different practice area to media and entertainment.

Before applying, consider whether you are looking to advance your legal career or begin a new chapter in your professional journey. We recommend that you identify a concrete goal for earning this degree to maximize your benefit. Our degree is intended to prepare attorneys by enhancing their legal skill set.

Moreover, a degree from a top school like USC can help open new opportunities in your profession. Many of our students can expand their professional networks simply because they are a member of the renowned Trojan Family global alumni network, which includes over 15,000 USC law school alumni.

The Online LLM in Media and Entertainment Law is tailored for working professionals and those with other obligations, so you can obtain your degree on a part-time basis. Alternatively, students can complete our program in as little as four semesters, making this degree an ideal option for professionals.

Are you interested in exploring new career opportunities? Learn more about our application process and deadlines or contact one of our advisors.