Network Partnerships Manager
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10091260 Location Santa Monica, California, United States Business Disney Direct to Consumer Date posted Jun. 06, 2024Job Summary:
Hulu's Content Partnerships team is seeking a Network Partnerships Manager – Hulu Live who will be an outstanding addition to our growing team. In this role, you will help define our live programming strategy, tracking and evaluating co-production and licensing opportunities, negotiating directly with news content partners, and working across the company to operationalize those deals. Additionally, you will help identify opportunities for Hulu to expand its live events offering across a variety of formats and programming genres to meet evolving audience needs. This role demands someone who can blend quantitative output with a strong subjective filter to create actionable insights, dynamic interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively drive change - all at a breakneck pace.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Assist in the development of the content strategy for Hulu with Live TV, News on Hulu and live events programming, working with leaders to align on vision and developing tactical plans with cross-functional collaborators to implement the strategy
- Analyze opportunities to bring network, event and news programming to the Hulu platform, and work with data teams to create and present recommendations to Hulu leaders
- Manage relationships with content partners and assist in negotiations for licensing and co-production deals, including working closely with The Walt Disney Company studio teams and the Business Affairs/Legal departments
- Implement content deals by collaborating with Finance team to evaluate content performance against metrics, and working with Marketing, Scheduling, Product, and Communications to communicate and execute on negotiated deal parameters
- Track the competitive marketplace and keep leadership apprised of developments to ensure the Hulu offering continues to innovate and lead
- Manage long-term and ad-hoc projects, including competitive analysis, to support the broader strategy of the Content Partnerships team and Hulu overall
WHAT TO BRING
- 4+ years of relevant work experience at either a streaming service or major news network or production company, with deep first-hand knowledge of the news market, co-production and negotiation process, and relevant news programmers
- Advanced skill in quantitative analysis and data-driven storytelling
- Strong evidence of effective verbal and written communication
- Business judgment, proven strategic thinking, and demonstrated consensus building skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and process management
- Ability to quickly get up-to-speed and thrive in an evolving and fast-paced environment, prioritizing and handling multiple projects concurrently, often with little supervision or lack of established process
- Finely-honed sense of humor and willingness to participate in lively debates
NICE-TO-HAVES
- MBA and/or corporate strategy roles, including consulting or finance
The hiring range for this position in CA is $123,000.00 to $165,000.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Disney Direct to Consumer:
Disney’s Direct to Consumer team oversees the Hulu and Disney+ streaming businesses within Disney Entertainment helping to bring The Walt Disney Company’s best-in-class storytelling to fans and families everywhere.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Hulu, LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Direct to Consumer.
Hulu, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.