Senior Manager Content Distribution

Woodbine Entertainment • Etobicoke, ON

19h

About The Position

With almost 150 years of proud horseracing history, Woodbine Entertainment Group is the founding pioneer and largest operator of professional horseracing in Canada. Building on our rich past, we are surging ahead to the future with an energized, new vision. Today we deliver the most thrilling and highest quality racing, dining and entertainment experiences to our visitors. In doing so, we remain a world-leader in horse-racing — and also among the most exciting and diverse entertainment facilities on the globe. Reporting to the Director, Content & Social Media, the Sr. Manager, Content Distribution is responsible for leading the strategy, execution, and optimization of how the company’s content is distributed across owned and third‑party channels. With a strong focus on audience growth and engagement, this role seeks to amplify Woodbine’s stories and content across media platforms and partnerships. This role sits at the intersection of content strategy, media relations, and audience development — responsible for expanding the reach and impact of our racing, wagering, lifestyle, and brand content through owned and external channels.

Requirements

• 6–8 years of experience in content distribution, media partnerships, or digital marketing — ideally within horseracing, sports, entertainment, or media industries.
• Strong network and understanding of Canadian media landscape
• Proven experience building and managing strategic content partnerships.
• Deep understanding of content formats (video, social, editorial) and how to tailor them for different platforms and audience segments.
• Data-driven mindset with experience using analytics tools to evaluate content performance.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Passion for horse racing, sports, storytelling, and connecting audiences to compelling content experiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Woodbine’s content distribution strategy across owned, earned, and paid media channels.
• Identify and build relationships with media outlets, sports networks, digital publishers, influencers, and content aggregators to expand content reach and brand visibility.
• Target distinct audience segments (ie. core racing and wagering fans, casual sports betting audiences, lifestyle consumers) by tailoring content development and distribution strategies to reach the right people, in the right place, at the right time
• Negotiate and manage content partnerships — including syndication, licensing, and co-publishing opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams (Content Production, Creative, and Communications) to align storytelling and ensure content is optimized for external audiences.
• Monitor and report on distribution performance, using analytics and audience insights to refine strategies and maximize impact.
• Stay on top of emerging media trends, platforms, and distribution technologies to keep Woodbine’s content strategy innovative and competitive.
• Support the promotion of live events and marquee races by coordinating with broadcast and streaming partners for content placement and amplification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed