SVP Licensing

Banijay Group • Los Angeles, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Banijay Rights is a leading global distributor with a vast portfolio of programming. The division specializes in exploiting premium scripted and non-scripted brands to broadcasters worldwide. They handle distribution for Banijay Entertainment and represent a wide range of genres and titles from Banijay's in-house labels and third-party producers. Their catalogue includes popular shows like Survivor, Big Brother, MasterChef, Peaky Blinders, and Black Mirror. The SVP Licensing role involves working across assigned territories, categories, and accounts to achieve new sales and grow existing licenses. This position reports to the Group Director Licensing and Merchandising or their nominee.

Requirements

• Dynamic and highly motivated individual with proven sales experience (5 years minimum)
• Licensing background, or relevant sales experience in a fast-paced environment, closing complex deals
• Great communicator
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and driven, but also able to contribute to a high-functioning team
• Strong entrepreneurial spirit
• Organised and efficient
• Fast learner and a genuine love of TV shows and the industry is a must

Responsibilities

• Achieving the agreed annual sales budget, which will reflect department growth plans and KPI’s
• Researching, identifying and pitching new opportunities
• Negotiating licensees
• Working with the assigned lawyer to ensure contractual documentation is accurate
• Ensuring coordination for assigned accounts with the product design and overall BR marketing/press team/social media teams
• Preparing and providing regular, detailed updates to the Account Manager for onward sharing with stakeholders
• Attending any stakeholder meetings/presentations as required

What This Job Offers

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