Senior Director, Content Distribution

MLB's Content Distribution team is responsible for the distribution and monetization of MLB's local rights, Direct-to-Consumer products, and MLBNHL Network across both traditional and digital platforms. We are seeking a candidate at the Senior Director level to lead partnership management and strategy, including deal execution and ongoing fulfillment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in structuring and executing linear and digital distribution deals across both traditional linear cable and direct-to-consumer products.ResponsibilitiesLocal distribution: Lead and support distribution of MLB Media's growing portfolio of MLB club rights with traditional and virtual MVPDs, including:Working closely with other members of the Content Distribution team to develop MLB's ongoing strategy with respect to local rights distribution, including creation of executive-level presentations and researchPreparation of deal materials leading up to and throughout key renewalsNegotiation and execution of linear distribution agreements with traditional and virtual MVPDsOngoing fulfillment and support of existing partnershipsDirect-to-Consumer distribution: Lead and support distribution of MLB's growing portfolio of Direct-to-Consumer products with digital distribution platforms and connected device manufacturers, including:Working closely with Content Distribution and streamingproduct teams to identify and support business and revenue goals through our partnerships with key accountsNegotiation of renewals with key digital partnersIdentifying and executing upon new business opportunities to drive incremental reach and revenueOngoing fulfillment and support of existing partnershipsQualificationsAt least ten (10) years' experience leading media content partnerships with traditional and digital distribution partners across both linear and DTC productsExperience in localRSN linear rights negotiations with traditional and virtual MVPDsStrong understanding of and experience with deal structuring within the linear local sports media landscapeExperience in DTC platform and connected device negotiationsStrong industry relationships built over years of partner management and deal negotiationsBachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance or related field is required; , MBAJD preferredMust possess excellent analytical and communication skillsDetail oriented and able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced, high-exposure environmentGreat teammate with strong project management and organizational skillsCurious businessperson with the ability to develop creative solutionsPay Range: $180,000 - $240,000As a candidate for this position, your salary and related aspects of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package for its employees.Top MLB Perks & Benefits100% Employer Paid MedicalDentalVision PremiumsCompany Contributed 401K PlanPaid Time Off and HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveAccess to Free Tickets to Baseball Games & MLB.TVDiscounts at MLB Store | Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)OnsiteOnline Training & Development ProgramsTuition ReimbursementAdoption ReimbursementDisability Benefits (short term and long term)Life and Accidental Death InsurancePet Insurance Why MLB?Major League Baseball (MLB) is the most historic of the major professional sports leagues in the United States and Canada. Employees love working at MLB because of the culture of growth, teamwork, and professionalism. Employees who are most successful at MLB take initiative, know how to identify problems and provide solutions, and always put the Team first. For those ready to step up to the plate and join the major leagues, MLB takes the same approach as teams do with their players: empowering our "workforce athletes" to be at their best by engineering experiences that put employees in the best position to succeed. Major League Baseball is looking for candidates who are passionate about growing America's pastime to best serve its fans for decades to come.MLB is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at . Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Created: 2025-01-10