Heather Kamins
About Heather Kamins
Heather Kamins serves as the General Counsel at Jellysmack, bringing over 20 years of experience in the consumer product, entertainment, and digital media industries. She previously held key roles at Creative Artists Agency and DLA Piper, focusing on intellectual property, trademark protection, and complex deal negotiations.
Current Role at Jellysmack
Heather Kamins serves as General Counsel at Jellysmack, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she oversees legal, compliance, and governance matters for Jellysmack and its subsidiaries across 11 countries. Her responsibilities include managing legal risks and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, which is essential for the company's operations in the digital media landscape.
Previous Experience at Creative Artists Agency
Before joining Jellysmack, Heather Kamins worked at Creative Artists Agency (CAA) for 13 years, where she held several key positions. She served as Senior Vice President and General Counsel for CAA-GBG Brand Management from 2016 to 2021. In this capacity, she negotiated and structured complex deals related to merchandising, licensing, and brand partnerships. Additionally, she worked as a Business Affairs Executive at CAA from 2008 to 2021, where she assisted clients with their business goals and legal needs.
Legal Career Background
Heather Kamins began her legal career at DLA Piper, where she worked as an attorney from 2003 to 2006. She then transitioned to Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz, serving as an attorney from 2006 to 2008. Her early experiences laid the foundation for her expertise in intellectual property and trademark law, which she later applied in her roles at CAA-GBG.
Education and Expertise
Heather Kamins earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Michigan Law School, where she studied from 2000 to 2003. She also completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan. With over 20 years of experience in the consumer product, entertainment, and digital media industries, she has developed a strong expertise in intellectual property, brand management, and legal compliance.