Manager, Content Distribution, Paramount

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We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, and 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 that values authenticity and embraces inclusion for all. We are searching for individuals 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. You fuel our culture of purpose, passion, and collaboration. We’re in this together.

Overview:
Are you ready to shape the future of how audiences experience world-class entertainment? As Manager, Content Licensing at Paramount, you’ll play a critical role in driving revenue growth and maximizing the value of our content library across linear, cable, broadcast, and digital platforms. This is your chance to combine business savvy, relationship-building skills, and a passion for the evolving media landscape to make a measurable impact!

In this role, you’ll partner with internal teams and domestic distribution partners to craft innovative licensing strategies, analyze performance data to uncover new revenue opportunities, and deliver compelling content packages that excite clients and audiences alike. Utilize financial insight for decisions, achieve goals, and align cross-functional teams. You’ll also be instrumental in developing partnerships, embracing change orientation, and building teamwork to propel both our business and your career forward.

If you’re driven to exceed goals, excel in dynamic environments, and thrive at the intersection of strategy, sales, and storytelling, we want you on our team. Apply now and join us!

Responsibilities: 

• Support the growth and optimization of revenue through licensing all Paramount Global content to domestic partners across linear, cable, broadcast, and digital platforms
• Contribute to the development and execution of sales strategies for library content, ensuring alignment with company goals and evolving market trends
• Maintain a strong understanding of the domestic media landscape, including regional broadcasters, cable networks, AVOD, SVOD, and FAST platforms, to inform sales planning and client engagement
• Track and analyze content performance across platforms to identify upsell, renewals, and monetization opportunities.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations, deal proposals, and content packages tailored to client needs and platform strategies
• Collaborate with legal, deal management, and client servicing teams to support and propel contract execution, rights management, and timely content delivery
• Work closely with sales and revenue management to implement packaging and pricing strategy, as defined by the sales team with rate cards, and market guidelines that support revenue goals
• Manage offer activity, including renewals, optimizations, and bundling, to drive revenue and client gratification
• Assist in budget planning and revisions, including incremental spend, makegoods, and cancellations, ensuring alignment and financial targets
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to provide insights that inform sales tactics and content packaging
• Collaborate with marketing and content teams to showcase priority titles, anniversaries, and franchises, improving catalog visibility and value
• Support the domestic GCD team on content availability, planning, packaging, and RFP responses, ensuring timely and accurate execution across all Paramount Global content
• Serve as the key point of contact across internal teams, including BALA, commercial operations, product fulfillment, marketing, and finance, to ensure operational efficiency
• Support revenue share and PVD business models in collaboration with sales, tracking performance, and identifying growth opportunities
• Identify and recommend improvements to pre-sale processes to enhance operational efficiency and client responsiveness
• Assist in preparing materials and insights for client meetings, including market intelligence and account-specific data
• Build client relations to foster future sales and revenue opportunities; participate in client meetings as needed to support senior sales executives

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree, MBA preferred
• 5+ years of experience in digital account management and publishing workflows
• Excellent PowerPoint, Excel, and Airtable skills

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong focus on client relationships and problem solving with a positive attitude and willingness to help resolve a wide range of client issues
• Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to work across the business (other sales regions, marketing, client servicing, media operations, legal, commercial operations)

Founded in 1912, Paramount Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio’s iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to Paramount’s film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, Paramount Pictures’ passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. Paramount Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, and Paramount Players. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Entertainment, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group. Paramount Pictures is a subsidiary of Paramount, which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including MTV, CBS, Paramount Network, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET and streaming service Paramount+.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $98,400.00 - 123,000.00. 

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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