Job Location – Burbank, CA (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite)
Type – Contract (5 Months with Possible Extension)
Pay Rate – $50.00 – $55.00 Per Hour
W2 candidates only
Our Media & Entertainment client is actively seeking a Sr. Manager to manage the children’s licensed publishing / book business withing their consumer products team. Candidates should have experience in building solid relationships, collaboration, a strong sense of ownership, engaging with external and internal partners, flexibility, and the breadth of skills required to help execute key initiatives and overall growth of the company. This role will be accountable for day to day support and coordination of key licensees including overseeing licensee and internal business reviews, as well as maintaining strong relationships within Editorial Team, Finance, Creative, Franchise, Legal and Retail/Sales.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for managing specific licensed publishers’ business including pub plans, marketing, promotions, retailer presentations, communications, forecasting, attending meetings in person/virtual, supporting editorial and marketing workflows, and assisting with day to day operational needs for the team and collaborating across departments
- Supports licensee relationships in close partnership with Editorial and Creative
- Partners with Licensees, Franchise, Legal, Creative and Retail/Sales to drive and support the development of key initiatives
- Participates in business updates, internal and external, formal presentations, and strategy discussions
- Supports annual initiatives, revenue plans and execution of product categories managed
- Assists in development and execution of category strategies (1-3 years out)
- Identifies white space, evaluates opportunities, supports initiative execution
- Some coordination around deal terms, contract language review and agreement modifications
- Participate in quarterly forecast and annual budgeting
- Uses Insights and industry data to identify and apply competitive and industry key learnings and trends
- Management has the right to add or change duties and job requirements at any time
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience with Book Publishing or Entertainment Licensing
- Solid marketing, sales, negotiating and communication skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize and be curious/interest in learning new skills, partnerships, collaboration
- Assist in creating and developing pitches, presentations; solution-selling oriented support
Nice to Have
- AirTable experience.
- Passion for Media and Entertainment.
Technology Requirements:
- Strong and varied computer software knowledge required (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, etc)
Education / Certifications
- BA/BS degree in publishing, business, marketing or related field