Deanna Ripley

Deanna Ripley is a seasoned professional in rights and clearances, currently serving as Manager of Rights & Clearances in Legal Affairs at BuzzFeed since January 2022. Prior to this role, Deanna held positions at Complex Networks from June 2018 to February 2024, including Senior Rights and Clearances Coordinator and Senior Coordinator for Complex World. Deanna's earlier experience includes serving as Rights and Clearances Coordinator at Left Right and as a Production Assistant at Viacom for the show Wild 'N Out. Additionally, Deanna gained legal experience as a Legal Intern with the Animal Welfare Institute and worked in accounting at Morris Duffy Alonso and Faley. Deanna Ripley earned a Bachelor's degree from Fordham University in 2014.