Overview
Paramount is looking for a Manager, Licensing to join the team! The ideal candidate will handle existing licensed partnerships to ensure the successful development, launch, and retail maximization of products. They will also develop quarterly revenue estimates and budgets. In this role, you will negotiate and complete deals with new vendors and current licensees. You will also lead and enhance existing account base i.e. analyze retail placement, identify new opportunities for growth, oversee contractual process and rights, develop and facilitate quarterly business updates, conduct bi-weekly meetings with licensees, and provide ongoing updates both internally and externally.
Responsibilities
• Provide support, information and materials for licensees in order to enhance development of new products and continued retail expansion of existing products
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• Ensure consistent and timely financial reporting
• Assist with forecast analysis by quarter
• Collaborate with the following departments: CP LOBs, Franchise, Press, Global Creative Group, Finance, Operations, Standards, and Legal to ensure the best possible support of all Paramount franchises
• Work closely with Retail Development and Marketing teams to ensure licensees are up to date on all major retail initiatives and are actively pitching products for all key seasons throughout the year
• Daily communication with Global Creative Group to handle all product approvals and any rush requests
• Provide access to exclusive artwork on an as needed basis
• Assist with development of plans and strategies to grow business and yearly revenue by handling existing partnerships and outreach to secure new business
• Analyze and negotiate new business deals and seek opportunities for growth across new product categories and retailers
• New licensee set up including Deal Memo set up, D&B health checks, and Creative 101's
Qualifications
• 5+ years in licensing/marketing sales role
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Goal setter - meets department objectives and develops operational plans and processes
• Proactive - takes initiative on building both internal and external relationships
• Management experience with direct reports
• Creative problem solver, passionate about the entertainment industry
• Social media savvy
Paramount Global (NASDAQ: PARA, PARAA) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, Pluto TV and Simon & Schuster, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $75,000.00 - 100,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.
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Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.
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