Head of Content Acquisition, Canada, Prime Video
Amazon.com Services LLC•2h ago
United StatesOnsite$165.8K–$224.2KFull-timeSenior Level8+ yrs exp
H-1B verified · 2310 LCAs
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Content Strategist
- Do you want to define the next generation of how and what Amazon customers are watching? Prime Video is one of the leading digital video services on the Internet today
- we're just getting started changing the way millions of people enjoy content. Now available in more than 240 countries and territories, Prime Video offers customers the broadest selection of any on-demand video service, including our critically-acclaimed Amazon Originals such as Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan, The Boys, Reacher, Fallout, Off Campus, exclusives, live concerts and sports. We are currently seeking an experienced Content Executive to join our Prime Video Content Acquisition team. You will be responsible for creating, managing
- executing the TV and movie content acquisition strategy for Prime Video Canada. Leveraging your experience in content strategy, rights
- negotiations you will work across Canada content owners to identify and negotiate deals, develop new business models
- deliver premium content to our customers. Key job responsibilities - Build a plan to have the most compelling content for our Amazon costumers. - Develop and execute the content acquisition strategy for Prime Video Canada. - Develop and document content plans, financial metrics and goals for senior leadership - Use customer behavior, usage and consumption data to inform decision-making - Build and grow relationships with senior-level leaders at content providers - Manage relationships with studios, channel groups and more niche video media organizations - Drive continuous improvement in all operational aspects of Amazon’s relationship with its digital content suppliers - Collaborate with internal teams across all functional areas within Amazon Prime Video - Maintain a can-do attitude and a willingness and flexibility to solve problems at short notice, using any tools necessary
- 8+ years of account management, business development, content licensing or finance experience - 8+ years of developing, negotiating and executing business agreements experience - Bachelor's degree - Knowledge of digital video landscape, including solid understanding of digital video distribution technologies - Experience in media licensing models, evaluation metrics and deal terms
- Experience converting insights into strategy and communicating complex ideas clearly and logically in written communication - Experience managing a large number of account relationships and deals simultaneously, ideally related to media/entertainment Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff
- adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions
- communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service
- and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, CA, Culver City - 165,800.00 - 224,200.00 USD annually
Required skills
content strategybusiness developmentcontent licensingnegotiationdigital video distributionmedia licensing