SPARKS

Ayana McPherson ’21 - Associate at Bruns Brennan Berry Pikulin & Jacobs

Episode Summary

In this episode of SPARKS, we’re joined by Ayana McPherson ’21, an associate at Bruns Brennan Berry Pikulin & Jacobs, where she handles production legal matters for film and television. Ayana shares insights into the complexities of location agreements, the realities of working behind the scenes in entertainment law, and how to break into the industry.

Episode Notes

In this episode of SPARKS, we’re joined by Ayana McPherson ’21, an associate at Bruns Brennan Berry Pikulin & Jacobs, where she handles production legal matters for film and television. Ayana shares insights into the complexities of location agreements, the realities of working behind the scenes in entertainment law, and how to break into the industry.

A proud member of the Black Entertainment & Sports Law Association (Young Lawyers Division) and the event planning committee of Diverse Representation, Ayana also discusses the power of building a “horizontal network,” offers practical job search tips, and reflects on how persistence and authenticity have shaped her journey.

Whether you're aiming for a career in entertainment law or just curious about the legal side of Hollywood, this episode is packed with advice and inspiration.