Manager, Content Planning

Job Description

Summary of Position

eOne Canada's Distribution & Strategy department is seeking a Manager, Distribution & Strategy to join the Canadian Sales team. This cross-functional role will be fully ingrained in the dynamics of sales, planning and operations with a focus on Ad-Supported Video on Demand (AVOD), Prime Video Direct (PVD) and Transactional VOD and EST. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in a Studio setting, or has worked in a media environment with existing knowledge of the current and emerging TV landscape.

Responsibilities
• Manage coordination and planning for inventory initiatives across AVOD, PVD and TVOD/EST business lines; determine groups of content best suited for these business lines with the goal of increasing sales performance in the Canadian marketplace.

• Liaise both internally with US/CA teams and externally with clients for selection and activation of all titles on platforms.

• Coordinate closely with post and delivery teams to ensure timely delivery of materials to clients; flag impending avails or problematic timing to the teams and propose solutions.

• Lead regular updates and maintenance of information regarding various assets needed for sales (language subs/dubs, format availability, etc.)

• Tracks and analyzes performance, working closely with Sales and Finance to closely monitor forecasts and budgets.

• Provides strategic solutions to new product or business development opportunities and initiatives.

• Assists with new release and library valuations for international licensing discussions.

• Analyzes and presents industry and economic trends to inform key Lionsgate stakeholders.

• Performs ad-hoc analysis for Sales and upper management.

• Work with research/IT teams to inform avails process and streamline efficiencies.

• Participates in weekly sales meetings, monthly/quarterly business review meetings.

Qualifications and Skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or combination of education and experience

• 3+ years of experience in a Studio or media environment.

• Must have in-depth knowledge of TV, Digital, SVOD and AVOD businesses

• Must have a working knowledge of the monetization of film & television product

• Must be highly numerate, data-driven and analytically-minded to communicate meaningful feedback

• Must be highly motivated with the ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills

• Excellent communication skills required

• ''Out of the box'' thinking and problem solving

Nice to Haves
• Experience in Sales, Planning, Finance and/or Operations is considered an asset
Our Benefits and Perks
• Taking care: competitive health and dental coverage plus dedicated Health Spending Account

• Investment in your future: Group RRSP with employer match

• Be inspired: regular film screenings and opportunity to get involved in industry events

• Grow: Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Work/Life Balance – Summer Fridays and annual Impact Day

About eOne Canada

eOne Canada is a talent-driven independent studio that specializes in the development, acquisition, production, financing, and distribution of entertainment content. As part of global content leader Lionsgate, eOne Canada is focused on developing and bringing to worldwide markets the best content across all media, including scripted, unscripted, and podcasts. Through its extensive reach and scale, and a deep commitment to high-quality entertainment, eOne unlocks the power and value of creativity.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gm0xv3-3-137-183-14-42 in your application.