Amazon MGM Studios is seeking a Sr. Sustainability Strategy Manager to lead long-term sustainability planning and investment strategy while delivering operational excellence across our global production footprint.
Key job responsibilities
Sustainability R&D Fund Management
- Manage the Sustainability R&D fund determining spend allocation by technology type production and region
- Identify and evaluate nascent sustainable technologies for testing on productions globally
- Engage with promising vendors and manage successful deployment of innovative solutions
- Conduct comprehensive data analyses and cost-benefit assessments of trials to determine long-term viability and ROI
- Build business cases for scaling sustainable technology solutions across the production portfolio
Strategic Investment & Scaling
- Develop and execute a sustainability investment strategy aligned with Amazons Climate Pledge commitments
- Think strategically about scaling sustainability solutions globally from pilot to enterprise deployment
- Evaluate and recommend small and large-scale technology investments (e.g. batteries electric vehicles renewable energy systems) for production use
- Drive adoption of sustainable solutions in a cost-effective manner compared to standard rental and procurement models
- Partner with procurement and finance teams to optimize total cost of ownership for sustainable alternatives
Facilities & Infrastructure Leadership
- Oversee sustainability strategy and implementation at owned and leased production stages globally
- Collaborate with design construction and project management teams to implement electrification of systems EV deployment and low-carbon material specifications
- Drive innovation in self-sustaining power solutions and renewable energy integration
- Establish sustainability standards and best practices for future studio developments
Industry Leadership & Innovation
- Partner with creative production finance and operations teams to integrate sustainability into existing workflows
- Influence senior leadership through data-driven insights and compelling business cases
- Partner with Amazons Climate Pledge fund to source emerging tech relevant to studios.
- Identify emerging trends and technologies that could transform studio sustainability
About the team
This role sits on Amazons Studio Strategy and Operations team which drives the long-term operational strategy of the Studio. We identify opportunities to deliver the creative scope and vision of our slate with increasing efficiency. We also manage key operational programs for the studio (including sustainability).
- Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Sustainability Engineering Business or related field
- 6 years of experience in program management strategy or related fields within media entertainment tech or sustainability fields
- Strong analytical skills with experience conducting cost-benefit analyses and ROI assessments
- Proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive organizational change
- Experience with data analysis tools and creating executive-level presentations
- Knowledge of carbon accounting life cycle assessment and sustainability metrics
- Experience in film television or entertainment production environments
- Knowledge of sustainable production practices green building standards (LEED BREEAM) and net zero carbon strategies
- Familiarity with renewable energy systems battery technology electric vehicle infrastructure and low-carbon materials
- Experience with pilot programs technology trials and scaling innovation initiatives
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at CA Culver City - 103700.00 - 181500.00 USD annually