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Job Location:
Beverly Hills, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
WME is seeking a Director Entertainment Strategy to join a dedicated team responsibleforthe day-to-day servicing of clients ( brand).
This role plays a critical part in shaping and executing high-impact entertainment and content strategies.
This individual is an experienced professional in the entertainment industry who will serve as a key driver in developing and managing entertainment strategiesinclusive ofbrand talent content and strategic entertainment partnerships. With a deep understanding of the entertainment ecosystem they will lead internal and external strategic planning deliver tailored recommendations oversee execution across multiple platforms and formats and manage all aspects of brand and talent client relationships while also directing creative and analytics support. This role requires a blend of industry knowledge business acumen and the ability to navigate market trends audience preferences and emerging technologies to position clients and their go-to-market strategies for long-term success.
The ideal candidate has experience in both brand and entertainment specificallybrands in entertainment - including talent partnerships product integrations co-promotional partnerships originals account team leadershipalong with a passionforpop culture lifestyle and entertainment. This person is organized responsive detail-oriented and thrives in a fast-paced collaborative environment. A minimum of 8 years of experience is required.
Key Responsibilities
Drive and execute strategic recommendations and comprehensive strategies for brands and talent which may include content (co-promotions integrations and originals) talent partnerships events or broader entertainment platforms. This includes managing the full strategic lifecycle: from initial ideation to planning coordination execution and performance measurement against the scope of work.
Develop and present creative briefs and strategic recommendations across scoped long-term accounts and short-term projects.
Proven track record incontent creation and execution including originals branded content and co-productions.
Serve as a strategic lead on day-to-daybrand and talent needs to achieve deliverables and drive growth.
Provide subject-matter expertise to multiple business units and client teams.
Support new business development including pitch ideation presentations and when needed lead new business/client pitches.
Collaborate closely withWME Insights (Data & Analytics) to identify marketplace trends audience preferences and the competitive landscape to align with brand mandates/talent needs and maximize business growth opportunities.
Leverage a strong network of industry relationships to drive client objectives and build meaningful connections. Act as a liaison between brands andexternal stakeholders (e.g. producers writers directors studios streamers media executives etc.).
Collaborate with colleagues across WME Group to share insights and gather upstream intelligence. While this role will have access to every aspect of the companys businesses success will rely on building trusted relationships across the organization.
Lead all internal and external communications including but not limited to reports presentations trackers and recommendations to senior leadership.
Skills & Qualifications
A bachelors degree in a related field (e.g. marketing public relations finance or psychology) is required.
8 years of entertainment marketing experience. Prior experience with brands talent agency network or studio is required.
Established relationships across the entertainment industry.
Deep knowledge of the entertainment industry including knowledge of leading Gen Z / Millennial focused content and talent across TV and film.
Proven ability to provide strategic insights across multiple projects simultaneously and drive results.
Strong pitching and presentationskills with the ability to develop and deliver compelling information and recommendations.
Strong creative and strategic business development capabilities.
Excellent problem-solving negotiation relationship management and written communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced evolving and demanding market while managing multiple client priorities.
Enthusiastic dependable proactive and entrepreneurial team player.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
Per local requirements and in the interest of transparency the rate shown below reflects the prevalent current hiring range for this position. Hiring pay rates are based on a number of factors including location and may vary depending on job-related qualifications knowledge skills and experience. The company strives to provide locally competitive rewards packages which include base rate along with as applicable short- and long-term incentives growth and developmental opportunities and robust benefits such as health care retirement vacation and other paid time off and additional offerings.
Hiring Rate Minimum:
$127500 annually (minimum will not fall below the applicable state/local minimum salary thresholds)Hiring Rate Maximum:
$170000 annuallyWME is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex race disability age sexual orientation or religion or belief.Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Fundraising
- Management Experience
- Coaching
- Analysis Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Mentoring
- Public Speaking
- negotiation
- Supervising Experience
About Company
Endeavor has established a presence in nearly 40 markets across Latin America, Asia, Africa, Middle East, and underserved areas of Europe and the United States, and has evolved over two decades to reflect new realities and new opportunities.
