Account Manager, Platform Distribution Sales

The Walt Disney Company

Bristol, CT, USA
Base: $119,700 - $154,800 (bristol, ct); $125,400 ...
Proven negotiation skills
Strong communication skills
Analytical skills
The Disney Platform Distribution team is seeking an Account Manager, Platform Distribution Sales who will be an outstanding addition to our team, which has responsibility for distribution of content for the best brands in the business including ABC, ESPN, Disney+, and Hulu

Job Summary

  • The Disney Platform Distribution team is seeking an Account Manager, Platform Distribution Sales who will be an outstanding addition to our team, which has responsibility for distribution of content for the best brands in the business including ABC, ESPN, Disney+, and Hulu.
  • Be a part of the team that negotiates complex agreements for retransmission consent, linear distribution, TV everywhere, video on-demand, subscription video on-demand, direct-to-consumer, and social media licensing on behalf of the Disney Media Distribution.
  • Responsibilities include managing end-to-end account support for assigned accounts and potential new entrants, partnering closely with Marketing, Legal, DSS, Finance, Marketing and other relevant business units.

Matching Summary

The Disney Platform Distribution team is seeking an Account Manager, Platform Distribution Sales who will be an outstanding addition to our team, which has responsibility for distribution of content for the best brands in the business including ABC, ESPN, Disney+, and Hulu.

Salary

Base: $119,700 - $154,800 (Bristol, CT); $125,400 - $162,200 (NYC, NY); Bonus/Equity: May be provided; Benefits: Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proven negotiation skills
  • Strong communication skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Content licensing expertise
  • Audience growth partnerships
  • Managing internal constituents

Nice-to-have

  • Thinks big
  • Learns quickly
  • Enthusiastic approach
  • Solution-oriented problem-solving
  • Strong acumen in media landscape

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of sales, partnership, business development or business affairs experience
  • Strong understanding of platform distribution industry
  • Familiarity with Disney Media Distribution sales process
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

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