VP, Network Scheduling
Sony Pictures
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VP, Network Scheduling
General Summary: The Vice President of Network Scheduling is responsible for setting the overall scheduling strategy for SPT Networks in the region, architecting the windowing of programming between AXN, Canal Sony and Crackle and managing the scheduling of the on-air communication. In this position, the Vice President optimizes audience deliveries by leveraging programming inventory and premieres with the goal of maximizing each network's brand positioning and revenue potential.
Responsibilities:
• Develop short-range and medium-range program plans/editorial calendars for each SPT Networks brand (AXN, Canal Sony and Crackle) that meet or exceed audience delivery expectations and business objectives.
• Regularly review programming inventory and pipeline (acquisitions and originals) against network needs and goals. Identify product shortfalls and opportunities and take action with Vice President of Acquisitions and Vice President of Original Programming where needed.
• Regularly review scheduling strategy and implementation with Heads of Programming for Mexico, Brazil, Ola (Other Latin America) and Crackle.
• Regularly analyze the competition of Canal Sony, AXN and Crackle to better counter-program maximizing scheduling opportunities
• Effectively schedule content across the linear channels to maintain AXN's leadership position and to grow Canal Sony. Scheduling focus includes long-term planning of thematic stunts, events and series launches, optimizing original series cycles, the planning and execution of weekly and daily schedules, and implementation of on-demand catch-up across all platforms.
• Seek methods to maximize revenue through the schedule and ensure ad sales obligations are met. Regularly align with regional and local ad sales teams to review advertiser needs, sponsorships, suggest opportunities, and understand schedule requirements.
• Oversee the communication scheduling of each brand on-air and align internal departments around key content/schedule initiatives.
• Analyze workflow processes, define inefficiencies and restructure as needed. Continually seek system and process improvements.
Requirements:
• Deep understanding of scheduling and programming strategy: 8 years of experience in scheduling, plus 5 years of managerial experience at a US television and/or cable network.
• Strategic and creative minded executive with a demonstrated track record of developing schedules to generate maximum viewership across all platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and maximize content across different platforms utilizing windowing strategies.
• Solid understanding of counterprogramming. Ability to strategically position SPT Networks against its competitors and find opportunities for scheduling key properties.
• An experimental, risk-taking mindset. Must be open to thinking outside of the traditional linear television model.
• Deep insight into television viewing habits and media consumption patterns. Very strong understanding of audience measurement systems, set-top box data, and other audience/ market data for the purposes of designing and implementing highly effective schedules, and informing other types of decision-making.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment.
• Ability to clearly identify priorities and organize teams to meet these goals.
• Ability to develop employee strengths for talent growth and servicing internal and external clients.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree is required.
*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
* Sony Pictures - FL - Miami