Director, Licensing & Business Operations

Summary/Objective:

This role reports to the Head of Commercial Operations & Business Affairs and will develop and shape new business partnerships, manage internal strategic planning, and implement business initiatives. 

Responsibilities:

• Identify and develop a comprehensive licensing strategy to maximize revenue streams in collaboration with the VP and department members.
• Manage and drive business operating levers to grow overall financial performance and business opportunities for Films.
• Use business and market trends analysis knowledge to partner with leadership to drive strategic decisions.
• Manage the business's long-range plan day-to-day, including KPI tracking and league quarterly business reporting.
• Collaborate with internal strategy groups, including Finance, NFL Media, and Business Development.

Required Education and Experience:

• A Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field; MBA required.
• Knowledge of music licensing, stock footage licensing, and intellectual property licensing
• Solid knowledge of media production and post-production process
• Knowledge and understanding of digital media initiatives, platforms, products, and services (streaming, distribution models and platforms, etc.) and the entertainment industry generally
• Flexible and result-oriented, not afraid to challenge the status quo, and proactive to suggest new approaches.

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics:

• Initiative and passion, driving agendas to completion, finding areas of opportunity and innovation
•  Proven ability to manage multiple projects, balancing daily deliverables and long-term strategic gains
• Able to contribute at high levels strategically and operationally
• Solution-oriented thinking in fast-paced environment
• Professional, confident demeanor and a team player 
• Proven ability to collaborate across the business.
• Must excel in a fast-paced, results-oriented work environment

Travel:

• Occasional travel, including weekends and holidays may be required 

Expected Hours of Work:

Full-time employee