THE DIVISION'S STORY
Fourteen straight years of double digit growth. Thanks to our International Team, which specializes in taking US hits and making them global hits. We are an energetic group of die-hard travelers with a strong track record of identifying and acquiring winning programming from the English language, European and Asian markets. We currently manage 76 channels around the world with staff offices in London, Rome, Tokyo, Seoul, Munich and Singapore, and we’re fluent in at least 42 languages. Parlez-vous français? Ni hui shuo zhongwen ma? If you answered “yes” (in any language) and enjoy having your passport stamped, our department might just be your next destination. "

THE ROLE:  Analyst, Strategy & International Business Development

The Analyst, Strategy & International Business Development is responsible for assisting in the management of commercial operations and development of strategic initiatives for A+E networks international. This role will be focused on evaluating, and implementing both internal and external new business opportunities, partnerships, and content investments to drive profit for the international organization. 

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Content Investment
  •    Support commercial relationship between international division and US channels to optimize content pipeline for global distribution
  •    Produce complex business models and high-quality presentations used to make investment recommendations to international team and executives
  •    Evaluate ad-hoc commercial questions relating to international strategy and global content value, and produce reports and presentations to effectively communicate findings
  •    Work with internal and external stakeholders to manage day-to-day execution and implementation of investment priorities with a current focus on global content development, production and distribution
  •    Track commercial elements of content related projects and manage agenda for regular programming investment meetings
  •    Support the development of business proposals and maintain models to analyze terms and financial components during negotiations
  •    Research and assess partnership targets based on growth objectives

YOUR STORY: [+BEHAVIORS] (what you need to have)

• •    1-3 years of experience and familiarity with media/entertainment businesses
  •    Ability to combine strong quantitative skills with excellent interpersonal skills
  •    Detail oriented critical thinker with a self-starter, positive attitude and eagerness to learn
  •    Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to work well with a variety of partners and diverse stakeholders
  •    Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint 
  •    BS/BA in media, business and/or related field
  •    Familiarity with working in or with large organizations (preferred)
  •    Experience with financial models, business plans, contracts, and management presentation (preferred)

THAT SOMETHING EXTRA:
If you’ve read this far, you’re likely a great fit for us…and maybe you’re fluent in sign language, have studied the circus arts or are currently writing a screenplay. If you have a special skill or backstory that might directly or indirectly help you succeed in this role, we’d love to hear about it in your cover letter.

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