RAMELA OHANIAN
Partner
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP
Recognized as a top dealmaker, Ramela Ohanian represents Hollywood’s top content producers on transactional matters related to scripted and unscripted television, digital media, shortform content, podcasts and films. Ohanian handles major first look and overall agreements, rights acquisitions and talent agreements for some of the entertainment industry’s biggest players, including tech giant Meta and podcast leader Wondery, among others.
Among Ohanian’s recent high-profile deals has been her work supporting Meta’s in-house legal team with talent deals for the launch of AI chatbots embodying cultural icons, celebrities and influencers. She also handled negotiations for Amazon in connection with the services and rights agreements for “Candy Cane Lane.”
