Director, Content Partner Management

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

Overview:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Build and scale an operational strategy for managing 100's of partnerships. Developing scalable frameworks, processes, and tools that drive efficiency, accountability, and long-term partner success.
• Proactively source and engage partners for target content and channels, manage inbound submissions and pitches, and evaluate opportunities across editorial, content strategy, and marketing.
• Develop long-term relationships with a portfolio of content partners, communicating regularly with key stakeholders, delivering business reviews, and crafting and executing against operational plans for partner growth.
• Optimize the content pipeline from partners to bolster validated categories and support immediate and future programming expansion across new categories.
• Mentor and develop junior team members on effective partner engagement, clear and direct communication, and disciplined data-driven decision making.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Programming, Marketing, PR, Finance, Legal, Content Operations, Ad Sales, and Distribution to operationalize deals and maximize content performance.
• Support senior leadership on special projects and additional priorities as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• 8+ years of direct experience in content partnerships, account management, or business development within media, entertainment, or media technology.

Additional Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of entertainment and media landscapes, including deal structures, distribution models, and key media companies.
• Proven ability to build and scale operational frameworks across a large, complex partner portfolio.
• Forward-thinking, tech-savvy mindset with the ability to learn and optimize new tools, platforms, and workflows.
• Great verbal and written communication skills with extraordinary attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (or equivalent tools) for deal analysis and presentations.
• BA/BS preferred; MBA a plus.

Pluto TV, a Paramount Global company, is the leading free streaming television service in America,  delivering 250+ live and original channels and thousands of on-demand movies in partnership with major TV networks,  movie studios,  publishers,  and digital media companies. Pluto TV is available on all mobile,  web and connected TV streaming devices and millions of viewers tune in each month to watch premium news,  TV shows,  movies,  sports,  lifestyle,  and trending digital series. Headquartered in West Hollywood,  Pluto TV has offices in New York,  Silicon Valley,  Chicago and Berlin.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $110,000.00 - 150,000.00. 

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.  

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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