Sr Dir – Content Licensing and Co-Production
| Company | Scripps |
|---|---|
| Location | Georgia, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Media, Communications, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Generally, 10+ years of experience in content licensing, acquisitions, or co-productions within the media or entertainment industry.
Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate content for acquisition across all Scripps brands and platforms.
- Negotiate licensing agreements with content producers, distributors, and other partners to maximize revenue and ensure favorable terms for the company.
- Lead co-production efforts with domestic and international partners to create original content, leveraging relationships and understanding of global markets while guiding creative input when applicable.
- Work with internal teams to research market trends, audience preferences, and competitive landscape to inform content licensing decisions and opportunities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key industry contacts, including producers, distributors, and content creators, to facilitate successful partnerships and collaborations.
- Manage department budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources for acquisitions and co-productions while maximizing ROI.
- Mentor and manage a team of content acquisition specialists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the department.
- Work closely with marketing, legal, and production teams to ensure seamless execution of licensing and co-production agreements.
- Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of content acquisition initiatives and report findings to senior leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience negotiating complex licensing agreements and managing co-production projects.
- Extensive network of industry contacts and relationships in content creation, distribution, and media sales.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and forecast trends.
- Exceptional negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proven leadership ability with a track record of successfully managing and developing teams.
- A passion for storytelling and a deep understanding of diverse content genres.