Job Posting Title:

Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning (National Geographic & Disney Branded Television)

Req ID:

10105921

Job Description:

Global Programming Strategy & Content Planning drives multi-platform audience growth around the world through effective slate management and creative program rollout. The international arm liaises with National Geographic and Disney Branded Television networks globally on overall strategy, operations and 3rd party partnerships. Specifically for Nat Geo, international is across regional content needs and leads the selection of international-only commissions. At Disney Branded Television, international programming plays a key role in the global distribution of our franchise priorities.

The Specialist, International Programming Strategy & Content Planning sits at the center of all communication with regional programmers. They are an essential part of the program life cycle from greenlight through premiere. As such, this role provides a unique opportunity to be creative as well as strategic. It is a highly visible position that requires cross-departmental collaboration to successfully activate the global content strategy.

Primary Responsibilities:

Multiplatform Program Planning:

Work with creative leads, executive producers and regional programming heads to globally align all brand priorities for National Geographic and Disney Branded Television
Maintain regular communication with Disney+ on regional premieres
Track master delivery and flag shows that must shift due to delays
Submit regional pull up requests to marketing, PR and operations for approval
Support our distribution team with 3rd party partnerships and any associated programming requirements

Regional Communication:

Respond to daily regional requests for series information and screeners
Distribute weekly update note highlighting programming updates and other important announcements
Meet monthly with each region to go over local strategy and programming needs
Request international premiere dates for senior management, production companies and press
Collect regional performance data to share with executive producers

Attend Weekly NG Europe Catch-Up to stay abreast of EMEA commissions

Database Management:

Serve as the departmental superuser for all systems whether current or newly introduced
Vet rollouts weekly against the scheduling system to ensure data integrity
Troubleshoot with regions regarding missing database entries or TX dates out of license
Coordinate with Enterprise Metadata Services to keep programming data aligned companywide
Participate in system upgrade and maintenance conversations to improve user interface and database functionality
Conduct systems training for regional partners

Content Development & Acquisitions:

Screen programming to build familiarity and context when scheduling
Attend pitch meetings and brainstorms hosted by development, acquisitions and Yellow Border
Provide editorial feedback on projects up for greenlight and renewal
Gather regional feedback on new projects and act as their proxy during greenlight discussions

Administrative:

Maintain the international contacts directory, electronic distribution lists, VPS bible and run order tracker
Schedule meetings, book conference rooms, send Zoom invites and pull together presentation slides as needed
Organize quarterly editorial/production update presentation for international programmers and cross-functional partners
Supply international highlights each month for the Nat Geo Programming Spotlight
Onboard employees that need access to our systems and programming folders.

Basic Qualifications:

3+ years of relevant work experience in programming strategy or an adjacent field
Team player who is comfortable working independently as well as with supervised direction
Skilled project manager handling complex details/tasks efficiently to meet deadlines
Highly organized multi-tasker who is detail-oriented, efficient, proactive and resourceful
Excellent oral and written communicator who exhibits professionalism with colleagues at all levels
Confident user of Microsoft Office with above-average skills in Excel and PowerPoint
Comfortable with technology and learning new systems as required by internal workflows
Willing to work flexible hours to accommodate global partners in varying time zones
Demonstrates cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity and has strong interest in collaborating with stakeholders and working with our international/global partners

Preferred Qualifications:

Streaming experience is strongly desired
Prior management experience a plus as this position will assign intern projects and monitor progress
Open to occasional domestic and/or international travel
Work location in Washington, D.C. is strongly preferred; New York office location is a potential option.

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

The hiring range for this position in Washington, DC is $67,500 to $90,400 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

Networks and News Groups

Job Posting Primary Business:

Business Ops & Program Strategy

Primary Job Posting Category:

Program Scheduling - Television

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Washington, DC, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

USA - NY - 47 West 66th St

Date Posted:

2024-11-19