Breezeline
Content & Strategic Partnerships Manager
Reporting to the Procurement Vice President, the incumbent is responsible for developing the strategy regarding the negotiations for the terms of distribution of television content, including the development and maintenance of relations with television programming companies, audio-visual content providers, studios, distributors, and producers for both the Canadian and U.S. markets, as well as business development within the content ecosystem. The candidate should be well-versed in the television market, including retransmission and carriage agreements, and possess a solid understanding of content licensing dynamics and distribution frameworks across multiple platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Strategize and lead the acquisition of content rights (linear, non-linear, and multi-platform) across the US and Canada, with a focus on agreement optimization and leveraging deep knowledge of CRTC negotiation practices.
Lead negotiations for affiliate and licensing agreements to acquire distribution rights for audio-visual content. This includes securing terms for its delivery on all COGECO and Breezeline platforms in both Canada and the US.
Analyze, develop, and recommend rate strategies and packaging options related to negotiations, including developing scenarios and the financial impacts in support of decisions to minimize the spend.
Negotiate and understand affiliation agreements and amendments with the support of the Legal Affairs and Regulatory department.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with peers in the industry to establish optimal best practices for comparables and precedents.
Contribute to various projects and company files that require expertise regarding content, packaging models, contractual and regulatory interpretations.
Make recommendations to the Product Owner responsible for Content, about new content or agreement renewals concerning the development of television products.
Manage the process to ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory obligations for broadcast distribution undertakings across various teams and departments.
Define and deploy clear negotiation goals and rate optimization in collaboration with Finance, Marketing, and Regulatory.
Manage and monitor all affiliate agreements.
Essential Qualifications Academic Training Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, accounting or any other relevant university education.
Work Experience Minimum of 10 years’ experience in positions related to negotiating, developing, and maintaining commercial relations in the broadcast distribution undertaking industry.
Experience in financial analysis, understanding of pricing and distribution strategies
Expertise in the broader content industry, with a focus on areas like financing, distribution, and emerging platforms (OTT, DTC)
Specific Competencies
Proven analytical, planning and leadership abilities
Proven ability to influence and lead cross functional teams
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to think outside of the box and see the big picture impact of decisions and actions
Thorough knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and regulations (e.g., Broadcasting Act, Distribution Regulations, Copyright Act, Wholesale Code)
Proven ability to communicate a vision that motivates others and drives action; communicates clearly and adaptively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Business sense and proven ability to negotiate and communicate commercial agreements
Self-sufficiency, initiative, judgment and organizational skills
Excellent teamwork skills and ability to develop and maintain good relations in sometimes stressful situations
Ability to establish good working relationships with others
Demonstrated strong sense of ownership and initiative
Ability to recognize others’ motivations and ambitions; foster autonomy and responsibility in performing duties
Comfortable with regular senior business-level interactions (VP Level)
Familiarity with Jira/Confluence tools and Agility practices is a plus
Location This position is open to individuals residing within the organization’s footprint, including the following locations: U.S. States of Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Medical coverage (including prescription and vision plans)
Dental coverage
Life Insurance (1x salary at no cost to employee)
Long and short-term disability insurance (no cost to employee)
Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance
Company recognized Holidays with additional Floating Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) programs
Comprehensive Flex Work Policy
401(k) plan eligibility (company match 50% up to 5%)
Participation in the Employee Bonus Plan
Participation in the Cogeco Stock Purchase Plan
Complimentary and discounted broadband services (for those in our service area)
Tuition Reimbursement
Headspace Membership
Betterhelp Membership
Opportunities for LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for select colleagues
Company: Breezeline
If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at inclusion@cogeco.com
Note: This description reflects the role and responsibilities as of the date of issue and may be subject to change.
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Key Responsibilities
Strategize and lead the acquisition of content rights (linear, non-linear, and multi-platform) across the US and Canada, with a focus on agreement optimization and leveraging deep knowledge of CRTC negotiation practices.
Lead negotiations for affiliate and licensing agreements to acquire distribution rights for audio-visual content. This includes securing terms for its delivery on all COGECO and Breezeline platforms in both Canada and the US.
Analyze, develop, and recommend rate strategies and packaging options related to negotiations, including developing scenarios and the financial impacts in support of decisions to minimize the spend.
Negotiate and understand affiliation agreements and amendments with the support of the Legal Affairs and Regulatory department.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with peers in the industry to establish optimal best practices for comparables and precedents.
Contribute to various projects and company files that require expertise regarding content, packaging models, contractual and regulatory interpretations.
Make recommendations to the Product Owner responsible for Content, about new content or agreement renewals concerning the development of television products.
Manage the process to ensure compliance with all contractual and regulatory obligations for broadcast distribution undertakings across various teams and departments.
Define and deploy clear negotiation goals and rate optimization in collaboration with Finance, Marketing, and Regulatory.
Manage and monitor all affiliate agreements.
Essential Qualifications Academic Training Bachelor’s degree in economics, business, accounting or any other relevant university education.
Work Experience Minimum of 10 years’ experience in positions related to negotiating, developing, and maintaining commercial relations in the broadcast distribution undertaking industry.
Experience in financial analysis, understanding of pricing and distribution strategies
Expertise in the broader content industry, with a focus on areas like financing, distribution, and emerging platforms (OTT, DTC)
Specific Competencies
Proven analytical, planning and leadership abilities
Proven ability to influence and lead cross functional teams
Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to think outside of the box and see the big picture impact of decisions and actions
Thorough knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and regulations (e.g., Broadcasting Act, Distribution Regulations, Copyright Act, Wholesale Code)
Proven ability to communicate a vision that motivates others and drives action; communicates clearly and adaptively
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Business sense and proven ability to negotiate and communicate commercial agreements
Self-sufficiency, initiative, judgment and organizational skills
Excellent teamwork skills and ability to develop and maintain good relations in sometimes stressful situations
Ability to establish good working relationships with others
Demonstrated strong sense of ownership and initiative
Ability to recognize others’ motivations and ambitions; foster autonomy and responsibility in performing duties
Comfortable with regular senior business-level interactions (VP Level)
Familiarity with Jira/Confluence tools and Agility practices is a plus
Location This position is open to individuals residing within the organization’s footprint, including the following locations: U.S. States of Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Medical coverage (including prescription and vision plans)
Dental coverage
Life Insurance (1x salary at no cost to employee)
Long and short-term disability insurance (no cost to employee)
Voluntary employee, spousal, and child life insurance
Company recognized Holidays with additional Floating Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO) programs
Comprehensive Flex Work Policy
401(k) plan eligibility (company match 50% up to 5%)
Participation in the Employee Bonus Plan
Participation in the Cogeco Stock Purchase Plan
Complimentary and discounted broadband services (for those in our service area)
Tuition Reimbursement
Headspace Membership
Betterhelp Membership
Opportunities for LinkedIn Learning subscriptions for select colleagues
Company: Breezeline
If you need any accommodations to apply or as part of the recruitment process, please contact us confidentially at inclusion@cogeco.com
Note: This description reflects the role and responsibilities as of the date of issue and may be subject to change.
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