Director, Content Strategy and Acquisitions

Paramount•New York, NY

1d•$110,400 - $138,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Director, Content Strategy & Acquisitions, to be a key contributor role in managing acquired content for Paramount Media Networks. The Director will work closely together with key partners in the TV Media Group and with a wide range of teams throughout the company, including Content Acquisitions, Finance, and Research. This role is designed as a senior individual contributor and will manage the acquired programming inventory across the cable networks, and work with internal partners on the complete timeline for newly acquired movies and series.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of experience in Programming or Content Acquisitions with strong film and tv series knowledge
Strong analytical understanding, including fluency in Excel and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Programming and/or Scheduling background a plus
Familiarity with industry trends, competitive landscapes, and market analysis
Ability to pivot with ease and flexibility and strong attention to detail and consistency
Strong project management capabilities
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, executive-ready insights

Responsibilities

Manage the full lifecycle of acquired programming for the Paramount Media Networks cable brands, maintaining and tracking the entire acquired inventory, working closely with the SVP to optimize usage across the portfolio
Serve as primary point person for internal stakeholders including Finance, Research, and Operations, while supporting the Content Acquisitions team throughout negotiations with studio partners
Partner with Research and Finance to evaluate audience performance data, conduct ROI analyses, and track content investments through the negotiation lifecycle
Manage the programming acquisitions budget and direct the distribution of resources across the portfolio to fulfill needs and optimize assets
Oversee the acquired movie library and acquired series renewal processes for the Programming department; coordinate with network scheduling teams on inventory needs
Collaborate with the Direct-to-Consumer Group on acquired content management for Showtime linear networks including Library inventory and Pay-1 theatrical titles
Distribute internal deal memos, interpret licensing agreements, and communicate scheduling rights and allowances to internal stakeholders
Manage and mentor a Coordinator, providing day-to-day direction, workload prioritization, and ongoing coaching to support successful project execution and professional growth.