Manager, Distribution Strategy & Ops

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

Join the dynamic team at NBCUniversal Studio Group, supporting the Global Distribution organization (theatrical, home entertainment, TV, and streaming). Reporting to the VP of Distribution Strategy & Operations, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to major strategic decision-making in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

As Manager, Distribution Strategy & Operations, you’ll play a critical role in a small, agile team providing financial and strategic support across key business initiatives, including windowing strategies, emerging distribution models, and cross-divisional growth efforts.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct financial analyses to support distribution-related decision-making
• Help lead the development and execution of innovative distribution strategies that drive growth and operational efficiency
• Ability to distill complex analyses into clear, compelling narratives that influence senior leadership decisions
• Prepare detailed business plans, including P&L statements, cash flow projections, NPV, and ROI analyses for new distribution channels and internal operational improvements
• Support cross-functional teams on strategic projects such as market assessments, opportunity sizing, company evaluations, and partnership structures
• Evaluate commercial partnership opportunities and recommend strategic approaches
• Research and analyze media industry trends to inform distribution priorities and long-term planning
• Prep senior leadership for public speaking engagements
• Provide guidance and support for junior staff across the organization

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas: management consulting, investment banking, business development, strategy, corporate development, or corporate finance, preferably within media or technology
• Advanced financial modeling skills; high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proven business and financial acumen; ability to work independently, guide projects, and make sound judgments with minimal oversight
• Ability to present to and interface with senior management
• Ability to build trust and foster collaboration with partner teams
• Skilled at prioritizing and executing tasks within a demanding workload
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information discreetly

Desired Characteristics:

• Solid understanding of film and media markets and business models, with active monitoring of industry news
• Prior experience and strong interest in the entertainment industry
• Self-starter with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail and the ability to work cross-functionally with technical, creative, and executive stakeholders

Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, which current