Acquisitions Manager
Proactively identify, evaluate, and acquire titles across key genres and formats, with a primary focus on feature films and documentaries, on an All Rights basis. Run P&Ls and independently negotiate commercial deal terms. Prepare and manage board pack submissions. Analyse comparables and data sets to inform decision-making. Assist with contributing to the team’s annual signings target for new acquisitions. Adopt a flexible work approach to quickly adjust to new strategies in response to the evolving needs and priorities of the group’s annual slate. Manage and grow a global network of filmmakers, sales agents, talent agencies, content creators, financiers, record companies and distributors. Attend markets, industry events, and screenings as appropriate (amount of travel will vary depending on the successful candidate but will be approximately 3-5 weeks per year). Define release strategies for titles and manage their rollout. Collaborate with key stakeholders, both externally and internally (marketing, PR, operations, content strategy, legal, finance and production teams), as well as other divisions within NBCU. Generate and execute on original content ideas. Manage internal workflows and proactively resolve any issues that may arise.