Director, Global Partner Operations

Summary of Position

The Director, Global Partner Operations will be responsible for overseeing the operational execution and strategy of the domestic and international non-linear content delivery to distribution partners (including STARZ and Lionsgate+ applications, partner channel storefronts and affiliate On Demand products), launches of new partners, partner relationship management, and serving as a cross-functional advocate and knowledge leader in the company for non-linear tools, best practices, workflows/processes, formats, metadata and partner capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading a team of managers and specialists accountable for day-to-day execution of accurately distributing non-linear VOD content to all global distribution partners within deadlines, including motion pictures, original series episodes, promotional content and extras and acquired series episodes.
• Establish and maintain successful on-going partner relationships with domestic and global affiliates.
• Work with partners and internal stakeholders to keep STARZ current on technical and operational requirements, merchandising and storefront accuracy, scheduling changes, content promotions and researching and troubleshooting content and delivery issues.
• Lead and project manage launches of new distribution partners domestically and internationally, including specification and requirement gathering, internal development requirements and prioritization, internal and external stakeholder alignment, testing and launch delivery scoping and execution.
• Initiate, support, track and champion internal development requests for optimized content delivery workflows, tools and processes for continued improvement in operations accuracy and speed.
• Manage vendor relationships that contribute to STARZ and Lionsgate+ content distribution.
• Lead and develop team through goal-setting, evaluations, accountability and individual growth plans. Maintain high-level of operational work standards and measures of success towards the highest quality standards.
• Grow and leverage internal relationships, partnering with programming, international, marketing, technology, business development and materials teams to support new and ongoing company initiatives.
• Grow and optimize strategy and process for content display and merchandising at partners utilizing discrete best practices, including QC of storefronts, reporting of results and working with programming team on stunts and curated collections.
• Manage special projects as needed for the non-linear team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Film, Broadcast, Journalism or similar; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years experience working in a television, media or streaming operation, or equivalent combination of experience and training, with 3 years of management experience.
• Ability to stay current on the evolution of non-linear programming, competitors, forward-thinking capability requirements and content delivery strategies.
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate with a cross-functional team.
• Extremely detail-oriented with high-level problem solving abilities.
• Preference for operating with urgency and effectively prioritizing in a dynamic environment, availability off-hours as needed to support a 24/7 business.
• Knowledge of and interest in television and motion pictures.

Preferred Qualifications

• High level of attention to detail and professional composure while managing multiple projects under pressing deadlines with constantly shifting expectations.
• Proven ability to work in fast paced environment that spans multiple company divisions and all levels of job functions.
• Ability to influence and partner with internal and external teams to deliver tactical strategic solutions.
• Able to work through conflicts to negotiate win/win solutions and project a positive image of the organization.
• Proven team leadership experience of diverse teams with the ability to develop to professional skill set of staff.

About the Company

STARZ (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company, is a leading global media streaming platform committed to delivering premium content that amplifies narratives by, about and for women and underrepresented audiences. STARZ is home to the highly rated and first-of-its-kind STARZ app that offers the ability to stream or download STARZ premium content, as well as the flagship domestic STARZ® service, including STARZ ENCORE, 17premium pay TV channels, and the associated on-demand and online services. In 2018, STARZ launched its international premium streaming platform STARZPLAY, now LIONSGATE+, to provide subscribers access to bold, curated storytelling. LIONSGATE+, coupled with the STARZPLAY ARABIA joint venture in MENA and Lionsgate Play in South and Southeast Asia, has a footprint that extends across the globe. STARZ and LIONSGATE+ are available across digital OTT platforms and multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, and telecommunications companies around the world. In February 2021, STARZ launched #TakeTheLead, a multi-faceted and innovative inclusion initiative expanding its existing efforts to improve re-presentation on screen, behind the camera and throughout the company.

Business Unit Overview

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With the Company aligning its studio operations behind the growth of its streaming business, STARZ has become one of the pre-eminent modern premium global streaming platforms. Offering subscribers more than 7.500television episodes, including STARZ original series and provocative documentaries, along with a broad catalogue of first-run movies, STARZ is taking the lead in delivering relatable premium content that makes it the platform of choice among a wide spectrum of female, African-American and other historically underrepresented audiences. Its focused brand, premium content and freedom from legacy relationships position STARZ at the forefront of the new bundles emerging throughout the media ecosystem, a compelling value proposition to complement virtually every kind of subscription platform.

Distinguished by its successful and focused content strategy, top programming, exceptional curation and speed to market, STARZ has quickly scaled its platform to become one of the most widely distributed and fastest-growing OTT services in the world, with OTT subscribers making up more than half of its global subscriber base. The company’s international premium subscription service, LIONSGATE+, offers subscribers access to bold, curated storytelling around the world. LIONGATE+ has a footprint that extends across the globe and continues to expand its network of distribution partners. In addition to its LIONSGATE+ markets, it reaches audiences in the Middle East and North African region through STARZPLAY ARABIA and in South and Southeast Asia with Lionsgate Play. The proprietary and highly-rated STARZ app, a proven hit with U.S. audiences, continues to roll out internationally.

Our Benefits

Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental

Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day

401(k) company matching

Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)

Compensation

$109,000 – $125,000

EEO Statement

Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

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