Analyst - Platforms & Partnerships

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Analyst, Platforms & Partnerships is responsible for supporting the Director, Platforms & Partnerships in Onboarding New Service Launches for multiplatform distribution initiatives. The role is focused on Affiliate & Partner Relations for new and existing platforms. The analyst serves as the point of contact for internal and external stakeholders for content distribution across VOD, TVE, OTT, EST, AVOD, FAST, SVOD platforms and services. They are responsible for facilitating fulfillment of partner SLAs for BAU workflows. The analyst will contribute to and support the growth and maintenance of internal AMCN delivery standards and operating procedures and help facilitate our business growth both domestically and in international territories. Additionally, the analyst will interact with third party transport providers and distribution partners to assist in investigating and rectifying on platform content availability.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for supporting onboarding initiatives for SVOD B2B launches such as AMC+ as well as VOD/TVE/EST/AVOD/FAST.
• Handle communication for multiplatform roadmap and pipeline launches to internal stakeholders and assess scope, resources, timelines, etc.
• Manage daily communication on High Priority Content between vendors, partners, and internal departments such as Multiplatform Scheduling, Affiliate Sales, Digital Sales, key business stakeholders, etc.
• Prioritize issues and lead troubleshooting efforts for AMC+, SVOD, FVOD, AVOD, FAST.
• Support process for triage and troubleshooting incidents in Service Now for AMC+ B2B, D2C and TSVOD.
• Tracking BAU deliveries and backfill/launch deliveries for AMC+ and TSVODs through vendors and transport providers.
• Manage communication to partners for ALL brands including AMC, BBCA, IFC TV, Sundance TV, WEtv, IFCFU, Shudder, Sundance Now, Acorn, ALLBLK, RLJE, etc.
• Facilitate volume tracking forecasting for SVOD, AVOD and FVOD on a monthly/weekly basis with the Finance team to help inform cost estimates and resource dependencies.
• Assist in review of partner technical requirements and specifications to evaluate scope and level of effort to support.
• Manage daily support for verification of VOD/TVE/EST/SVOD content going live on platform, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors.
• Liaise with internal teams to enforce SLAs and assist in onboarding efforts for the Digital Supply Chain.
• Support Director and Manager with ad hoc projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS (Required & Preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree in a field related to media or communication.
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience, preferably in Digital Media, Supply Chain Management, Multiplatform Programming, distribution management, post-production, project management or related field
• Highly detailed oriented, organized, and able to effectively prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Ability to foster and maintain good working relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
• Ability to analyze workflow/processes and identify inefficiencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365

The base compensation range for this position is $60,000.00 to $63,000.00 commensurate with experience. AMC Networks additionally offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Services, among other benefit plan options, subject to eligibility requirements. AMC Networks values the benefits achieved through in-office collaboration, but we provide our employees with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

The Company is committed to policy of nondiscrimination in its employment and personnel practices. Applicants are considered for all employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, alienage, citizenship, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic predisposition or carrier status, age, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sexual assault, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.