03 oct
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Amazon
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Sabadell
Head of Content Acquisition, Prime Video GermanyJob ID: 10503795 | Amazon Digital Germany GmbHCome build the future of entertainment with us. Are you interested in helping shape the future of movies and television? Do you want to help define the next generation of how and what Amazon customers are watching?Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favourite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Fallout, Heads of State, Reacher, Red One, Road House, The Accountant 2, The Boys, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, and The Summer I Turned Pretty; UK produced Originals such as The Girlfriend, Steal, Clarkson’s Farm, Molly-Mae: Behind it All, My Fault: London and Last One Laughing UK; licensed fan favorites such as Nine Perfect Strangers S2 and The Assassin; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including UEFA Champions League and NBA, and acclaimed sports documentaries including, Built in Birmingham: Brady & the Blues, Sven and the Amazon Original All or Nothing franchise, including All or Nothing: Arsenal. The team works in a dynamic environment where innovating on behalf of our customers is at the heart of everything we do. If this sounds exciting to you, please read on.Key job responsibilities- Own and execute the SVOD content acquisition strategy for Prime Video Germany, including Pay-1 output deals, library film & TV licenses, first-run exclusive series (1RLs), and co-productions- Build and manage a cross-genre content portfolio that maximizes customer engagement and viewing hours while meeting efficiency targets- Identify, evaluate,
and negotiate first-run license series and co-production opportunities with local and international partners and production companies- Serve as Amazon's primary negotiating counterpart with US Major Studios (e.G., NBCU, Sony, Warner Bros. Discovery, Paramount) and leading German distribution partners, production companies, and broadcasters- Own the annual content budget and multi-year investment plan; actively participate inAmazon's operating planning cycles- Deliver regular reporting on key business metrics, content performance, deal pipeline status, and budget utilization to senior leadership- Build and lead a team of Content Acquisition Managers, setting strategic priorities and developing talent- Establish scalable deal-making processes and partner management structures to ensure portfolio quality and operational efficiency- Collaborate with internal teams across Programming, Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Product- Use customer behavior, viewership data, and performance analytics to inform content investment decisions- Work with in-house and external legal counsel on deal structuring and contract executionBasic Qualifications- Experience developing and managing a high-performing team- Experience working and communicating with multiple stakeholders, C-level executives and cross-functional teams- Speak, write,
and read fluently in German and English at C1 level or abovePreferred Qualifications- Experience working in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment- Deep knowledge of the German media landscape, including key studios, production companies, broadcasters, and regulatory frameworks- Track record of managing multi-million-dollar content budgets with demonstrated cost discipline and ROI orientation- Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data (e.G., viewership metrics, financial modeling) to inform content investment decisions- Experience in SVOD/OTT platforms or digital media businesses with a strong understanding of subscription economics- Established network of industry relationships- Passion for content and entertainment with strong creative instinctsAmazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.Amazon.Jobs/en/privacy_page ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.M/w/dOur inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.Jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Head Of Content Acquisition, Prime Video Germany (Sabadell)
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