Director, Partner Management

Director, Partner Management

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

The Director of Partner Management at Versant drives subscriber and revenue growth by leading strategic initiatives with distribution partners. This role is responsible for developing and executing high-impact campaigns that enhance visibility, engagement, and performance of Versant's brands across all platforms.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Partner with and support the Sales and Partnerships team to strategically drive viewership and streaming growth on partner platforms of Versant's content portfolio.
• Work closely with the deal team and develop and execute partnership strategy in close collaboration.
• In collaboration with VP, lead and manage the daily operations of the partner management team, with direct oversight of a coordinator supporting all partner initiatives.
• Interact internally with other departments and develop strong relationships with internal departments including Deal Team, Finance / Strategy, Marketing, Product Team and Brands, Operations.
• Develop and manage strong working relationships across all distribution partners.
• Represent Versant and reinforce the value of its brands and services at client meetings and industry events
• Assist with 'Keep Versant Media' campaigns in advance of upcoming carriage renewals.
• Monitor, track and communicate industry developments.

Announcements of new deals with industry peers and programmers;

Qualifications

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Desired Characteristics :

Additional Information :

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and / or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.