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Job Summary
The Programming & Partnerships team is looking for a highly motivated, strategic thinker to lead in the management and growth of programmer relationships. This individual will be responsible for utilizing data driven insights to drive business goals and manage requirements for content partnerships for internal and external stakeholders. They will manage a team of partner growth leads and work closely with our content acquisition, marketing and product teams to ensure consistent communication and facilitate the successful integration of content across all Comcast platforms. This individual should be an entertainment enthusiast and a team player with proven ability to manage multiple projects and partners and communicate effectively with key stakeholders.
Job Description
Cultivate and lead network and programmer partnerships to drive business goals and manage requirements
Responsible for the successful activation and fulfillment of partnership goals and objectives, including ensuring all contractual obligations are achieved
Develop and leverage cross-functional relationships across Editorial, Marketing, Operations, Content Acquisition, and additional teams. Requires pro-active communication and coordination across teams to ensure alignment and collaborative working relationships
Identify and lead new revenue and business opportunities, balancing the commercialization of revenue generating campaigns with a commitment to a premium customer experience
Oversee end-to-end planning of business reviews and content initiatives including development and presentation to executive leadership teams
Utilize data driven insights and partnership skills to develop differentiated content opportunities to drive growth, profitability, and product adoption.
Align with product and marketing organizations to leverage partnerships and content to deliver on business goals
Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance. Ability to work nights, weekends and variable schedule as needed for project/stunt support.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Media, or a related field
Extensive experience in content strategy, partnerships, and business development, preferably within the media or entertainment industry
Proven track record of leading high-performing teams and managing large-scale partnerships required
Strong negotiation skills with a history of successful contract management and revenue generation
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain credible relationships with high-profile partners
Ability to handle a high volume of projects simultaneously, keeping pace in a quickly moving department
Diligent and resourceful critical thinker who maintains a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Excellent written and communication skills; extraordinary attention to detail, keen organizational and analytical skills; proactive self-starter who shows initiative
Team player; can-do attitude; willing to jump in and out of multiple assignments as needed
Employees at all levels are expected to:
Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job.
Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services.
Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences.
Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas.
Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers.
Drive results and growth.
Respect and promote inclusion & diversity.
Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities.
Disclaimer:
This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.
Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Executive Presence; Presentation Skills; Data Interpretations; Relationship Building; Critical Thinking; People Leadership; Communication
Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That's why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
