Distribution Analyst, Theatrical Distribution, Amazon MGM Studios

Amazon MGM Studios seeks a Distribution Analyst for the UK. This is a unique opportunity for a data specialist with a passion for film to apply their analytical and technical expertise directly to the theatrical distribution business. The Distribution Analyst will leverage SQL Tableau and other data tools to drive performance insights box office analysis and strategic reporting while equally managing relationships with UK cinema accounts as a key commercial contact between the studio and exhibitors. The role offers a genuine balance of analytical depth and client-facing engagement ideal for someone who wants to combine their data and technology skills with the challenge of collaborating in a dynamic and creative industry. This position reports to the Head of UK Theatrical Distribution.

Key job responsibilities
Data & Analytics
Build maintain and enhance Tableau dashboards to visualise box office performance screen coverage market share and release strategy effectiveness across the UK theatrical market.

Write and optimise SQL queries to extract transform and analyse large datasets from internal systems and external box office data sources.

Conduct weekly and title-level performance analysis.

Develop box office forecasting models and scenario analyses.

Prepare comprehensive post-mortem reports for each title.

Monitor and report on competitor release activity market trends audience behaviour and exhibition market developments through data-driven analysis.

Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes automate workflows and enhance the teams analytical capabilities

Account Management & Distribution
Manage relationships with assigned UK cinema accounts including independent cinemas and smaller circuit exhibitors with coaching and development support from senior team members.

Coordinate the booking process including screen allocations holdover commitments and release logistics with exhibitor partners.

Maintain accurate records of bookings sales terms and payments in coordination with the Finance team.

Collaborate with marketing publicity and operations teams to align promotional efforts and materials delivery with booking commitments.

Represent the studio in exhibitor meetings and industry events building long-term commercial relationships across the UK market.


- Experience as a business analyst data analyst or in a statistical analysis role
- Experience with SQL and data visualization tools such as Tableau
- Experience demonstrating strong analytical abilities and confidence in the use of data
- Experience in Excel (macros index conditional list arrays pivots lookups) or experience in building financial and operational reports/data sets that inform business decision-making
- Experience in written and verbal communication with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to executives and non-technical leaders
- Proficiency in SQL with demonstrated ability to write complex queries for data extraction and analysis.
- Passion for film and the entertainment industry.

- Knowledge of at least one data-focused technology tool such as Python SQL Alteryx Amazon QuickSight or similar
- Experience in sales or account management
- Experience building data pipelines or automated ETL processes
- Experience with box office analytics media or entertainment industry data.
- Problem-solving mindset with intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn new business domains.

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