Coordinator, Content Strategy and Acquisitions

AMC Networks•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business. We are currently seeking a Coordinator, Content Strategy and Acquisitions to join our Linear & Streaming Operations team based either in our New York, NY office

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
1-3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in entertainment or media
Flexible, personable, proactive self-starter
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Strong oral and written communications skills with ability to interact with all levels of management
Ability to navigate and manage large amounts of detailed information on tight deadlines
Technical experience – Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, experience with media scheduling software/What’s On preferred
Passion for and deep knowledge of the film & television landscape

Responsibilities

Utilize companywide scheduling and rights software systems to input and maintain network schedules and supporting metadata
Use quality control procedures to ensure that all weekly and monthly schedules are accurately entered
Coordinate with Media Planning and Operation teams on program entries, formats, and scheduled versions
Update research performance trackers daily as Nielsen data is delivered
Actively participate in the scheduling team brainstorms and execution of monthly program stunts
Pull and organize data essential to the evaluation process of potential acquired content
Check and monitor series listings on exterior cable partners for accuracy
Track and report any pending schedule conflicts to Scheduling Supervisor
Pull and update monthly theatrical inventory
Contribute to the building of decks for programming and acquisition presentations
Manage program ratings and competitive programming documentation for all networks
Take on special projects or additional duties assigned