Streaming Partner Specialist

Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Networks operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).

Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.

Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Division Story

Fourteen straight years of double digit growth. Thanks to our International Team, which specializes in taking US hits and making them global hits. We are an energetic group of die-hard travelers with a strong track record of identifying and acquiring winning programming from the English language, European and Asian markets. We currently manage 76 channels around the world with staff offices in London, Rome, Tokyo, Seoul, Munich and Singapore, and we're fluent in at least 42 languages. Parlez-vous français? Ni hui shuo zhongwen ma? If you answered "yes" (in any language) and enjoy having your passport stamped, our department might just be your next destination.

Job Description

THE ROLE: Streaming Partner Specialist

The Streaming Partner Specialist will be responsible for managing the operations of A+E's FAST channels including onboarding new partners, quality control and cultivating best operational practices. Additionally, you will be involved in the ideation and implementation of operational workflow enhancements focused on creating a premiere consumer experience for digital content licensing platforms. You will work to distribute A+E content directly with leading digital AVOD, SVOD and television streaming platforms such as Samsung, Roku, Hulu, Netflix, Amazon and more.

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO:

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Successfully on-board new partners and vendors for A+E domestic and international free ad supported television channels (FAST). Monitor and confirm the deliveries of materials including video content, metadata, schedules, and artwork needed to launch products across new partners' platforms.
• Leverage AI tools to audit partner platforms to ensure content is live / taken down correctly and on time for FAST, SVOD and AVOD. Verify that titles are presented properly on platforms inclusive of artwork, metadata, and menu placement.
• Conduct partner communication needed to troubleshoot and resolve discrepancies found on partners' platforms and devices.
• Assist Sr. Manager and VP in identifying opportunities to incorporate AI tools to help gather and organize new business intelligence and track contract obligations.
• Support team in developing and maintaining a central depository of all FAST related information.
• Spearhead partner platform reviews and provide recommendations focused on content availability, branding and menu placements.
• Assist VP in the management of the FAST vendor relationships including billing compliance checks, product roadmap and competitive analysis.
• Act as a key operations liaison between GCS sales, FAST vendors, and ad sales in the successful deployment of DAI on A+E FAST channels.
• Identify, develop, and implement best in class practices across teams focused on improving customer experience and internal deployment processes of A+E's FAST channels.
• Monitor competitive landscape and industry trends. Support general business development efforts including industry research, due diligence, and creation of presentations.

YOUR STORY: [+BEHAVIORS] (what you need to have)

• The candidate will have a four-year college degree
• Excellent problem-solving skills including project prioritization, and critical thinking.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Air Table and desire to learn new systems.
• Interested and has familiarity with the digital streaming landscape and platforms.
• This candidate will be an effective communicator with an organizational skill set and a passion for innovative thinking.

Compensation

Hourly Pay Range: $29.33 - $39.56

Annual Incentive Target: 5%

The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the

minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will

be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills,

competencies, location, and experience. A+E offers a competitive total compensation

package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at aenetworks.com/careers.

A+E Networks is proud to uphold an equal opportunity employment policy and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. This policy also applies to all employees, consultants, and third-party workers.

A&E Television Networks, LLC is a joint venture of Disney-ABC Television Group and Hearst Corporation.

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.