Senior Content Acquisition Associate

Job ID 10094325 Location Santa Monica, California, United States Business Disney Direct to Consumer Date posted Jul. 17, 2024

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"I didn't think it was possible that something I did for fun - telling sports stories through stats - could become my job until I came here."

Ana, Sr. Researcher, ESPN

Job Summary:

SUMMARY

Hulu’s Content Acquisition team is seeking a Senior Associate who will be an exceptional addition to our TV content team, with a primary focus on Scripted and International TV. As a Senior Content Acquisition Associate, you will participate in the content acquisition process - tracking and evaluating content opportunities, defining our programming strategy through thorough analysis of data, operationalizing closed agreements, and providing ongoing deal management. This role demands someone who can blend quantitative output with a strong subjective filter to create meaningful insights, dynamic interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively motivate change - all at a breakneck pace.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Support the formulation of content strategy and communicate that strategy internally and externally, using data to drive key business decisions and optimize our content portfolio
Track and evaluate content, both off-Hulu for potential licensing opportunities and on-Hulu for performance analysis
Contribute to strategic relationships with content partners and support the negotiation of licensed deals
Operationalize deals, leading all aspects of deal close and deal management, including collaboration with Marketing, Product, PR, Finance, and Legal
Complete long term and ad-hoc projects, including competitive analysis, to support the strategy of the Content Acquisition TV team and Hulu overall

WHAT TO BRING

Experience in and/or passion for TV content in both 'old' and 'new' media, and an understanding of how the industry is changing and why
3+ years of relevant work experience at either a major media company or a top tier consulting firm / investment bank
Graduate-level skill in quantitative analysis and data-driven storytelling
Effective communication skills to disseminate information to relevant stakeholders
Exceptional attention to detail and process management
Strong business judgement, and proven critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in an evolving and fast-paced environment, prioritizing and handling multiple projects concurrently, often with little supervision
Finely-honed sense of humor and willingness to participate in lively debates

NICE-TO-HAVES

Hands-on experience in the TV industry, especially ones that brought you into contact with content acquisition and/or content strategy
Interest in international and scripted content
Fluency in a foreign language

The hiring range for this position in CA is $102,000.00 to $136,700.00 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.

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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.

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