Coordinator, Content & Acquisitions

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Entertainment Global is seeking a Coordinator for Content & Acquisitions to support FOX Entertainment Global’s efforts to acquire, co-produce, and license premium programming across scripted, unscripted, formats, film, and kids & family content for global distribution. The coordinator will be responsible for tracking the full workflow of content submissions and working cross-functionally with support staff and executives across sales, marketing, legal, operations, finance, and strategy. The ideal candidate is a highly organized self-starter who is passionate about premium global content of all genres. Additional duties include light administrative support. Looking for someone to grow with the company. 

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage acquisition department databases, project records, and deal trackers, including logging pitches and submissions
• Manage the accuracy and regular dissemination of producer reports, which track sales activity
• Manage schedules for markets and festivals
• Read scripts and provide coverage weekly
• Maintain a strong network of junior executives and coordinators to bring in potential new talent or creative material for review
• Maintain the calendars for producer meetings/calls
• Maintain files and coordinate all other special projects as necessary
• Source and track producers, IP, etc., to help build and sustain a robust project pipeline that aligns with department and overall company strategy/goals
• Track network and streamer partners’ mandates and contacts, as well as industry trends
• Oversee readers and story coverage, as well as interns
• Ensure the global sales force and content team have up-to-date materials and are properly equipped to take content to market
• Liaise with all internal departments to make sure requests are processed in a timely manner and the content and acquisitions team is aware of any issues that may arise pertaining to Legal, Operations, Finance, Marketing, and/or Distribution delivery matters
• Attend producer meetings with executives when requested, and take detailed notes and follow-ups as needed
• Create presentation decks
• Serve as backup to other administrative assistants when necessary

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 4+ years of previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Coordinator in content acquisitions, content development, co-production, or sales in the TV or Film distribution environment
• Experienced in writing creative coverage for TV or Film projects
• Team player who operates in a fast-paced setting
• Able to organize and establish administrative procedures independently, draft correspondence and reports, and work under pressure
• Skilled in prioritizing and responding to changing business needs
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, communication, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Suite, and generative AI applications
• Collaborative and flexible team player with professional demeanor
• Ability to build and foster internal and external relationships
• Ability to work with high level senior managers and demonstrate discretion
• Ability to manage scheduling across multiple time zones
• Familiarity and deep passion for the global TV landscape
• A can-do attitude and a desire to grow your career within the international content industry
• Office coverage could require extended work hours – must be available to work overtime or travel domestically and internationally as needed
   

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Bachelor's degree
   

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $25.75-27.00 per hour. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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