Director, Business Strategy, ESPN Audio
ESPN
Bristol, CTThis was removed by the employer on 3/13/2019 12:09:00 PM PST
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Job Summary:
The objective of the Director Business Strategy, ESPN Audio role is to manage the growth of ESPN Audio while maintaining and improving the existing distribution business operations. Success in this role will be defined as:
• An ability to assess existing operations processes and implement solutions for improvement and efficiencies in such processes;
• The development of a strategic framework and go-to-market plan for growing our broadcast advertising business (in collaboration with our Field Distribution team), and our digital business (in collaboration with our Digital Distribution team);
• Detailed project management for broader partnerships related to business evolution and growth; and
• An ability to effectively manage direct reports and indirect reports.
Responsibilities:
• In collaboration with the Sr Director Audio Distribution & Strategic Development and other members of the management team, the Director Business Strategy, ESPN Audio will play a key role in helping execute audio distribution and strategic priorities.
• This position is responsible for project management, deal implementation, process streamlining and best practice determination and sharing.
• In conjunction with Content, Marketing, Ad Sales, Engineering, Digital Operations and Finance, this individual will also help execute successful partnerships and hand off to appropriate team(s) to manage.
• In these efforts, (s)he will manage direct report(s) responsible for contract administration and overall distribution business operations.
• This position requires the application of strategic business execution and negotiation support skills.
• The Director Business Strategy, ESPN Audio will analyze opportunities to drive growth of the business.
• Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to industry research and tracking, analysis of new business opportunities, contract administration, presentation development, and assisting the management team with other special projects as directed.
• Essential Functions:
• Assist in executing the start-up phases of new business initiatives with strong attention to detail
• Negotiation and partnership development support
• Operational and process focus
• Monitor partner activities and become subject matter expert in their businesses
• Develop relationships, both internally and externally
• Develop strategy for non-audience affiliations
• Develop strategy for non-traditional audience growth
Basic Qualifications:
• 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Extremely detail oriented with strong analytical skills
• Well-organized and able to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and team work skills with commitment to make those around you better
• Must be able to establish influential partnerships at all levels
• Must have a financial acumen
• Must be able to translate business goals into functional strategies
• Experience in media preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Required Education
• Bachelor's Degree in related field
Preferred Education
• Master's Degree in related field
About ESPN:
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with ESPN Productions, Inc., which is part of a business segment we call ESPN.
ESPN Productions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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