Manager, Advanced Research Projects
Lionsgate
Santa Monica, CAThis is a Full Time Job
Manager, Advanced Research Projects Job Details | Lionsgate
Summary of Position
Lionsgate is currently seeking a Manager, Advance Research Projects to report to the Senior Vice President of Research on the Global Distribution Team. This position is responsible for working with outside vendors to leverage computer science tools to create efficiencies within the TV Distribution Division. The ideal candidate will be familiar with current computer science methods as well as a strong understanding of content distribution.
Responsibilities
• Manage relationship with outside data science vendors.
• Track and manage all advanced research projects
• Collaborate with TV Distribution departments to create new tools
• Effectively communicate complex data science processes to non-expert stakeholders
• Evaluate new data sources to determine viability and potential
• Work with data lake teams to create efficiencies in data management
• Ensure proper protocol is observed with all AI related initiatives
Qualifications and Skills
• 4-6 years of related experience preferred
• A basic understanding and comfort with computer science methods
• Familiarity with content distribution practices preferred
• Strong ability to collaborate with diverse groups
• Interest in movies, television and artificial intelligence
• Highly collaborative with strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• A college degree required, an emphasis social or computer science is preferred
Business Unit Overview
Lionsgate Television
Lionsgate Television is one of the foremost third-party suppliers of premium scripted series to streaming, broadcast and cable platforms alike while also serving as a prolific supplier of premium content to Starz. Drawing upon its production partnerships with many of the top content creators, it supplies dozens of scripted series to more than 20 different network partners. With a reputation for creating “brand-defining” shows for a diverse range of platforms, Lionsgate Television has produced and distributed the iconic long-running series Mad Men, one of the most acclaimed shows in television history, the ground-breaking Orange is the New Black, Weeds, Nurse Jackie, Nashville, Dear White People and many others while continuing to develop strong slates of acclaimed new series. Lionsgate also operates a robust in-house unscripted television business partnering with a diverse array of linear and streaming platforms. Lionsgate television series have garnered 238 Emmy® nominations, 38 Emmys®, 66 Golden Globe® nominations and nine Golden Globe® wins.
The Lionsgate Television Group collaborates closely with the Company’s other television businesses, including Debmar-Mercury, a leading producer and syndicator of evergreen game and talk shows, Pilgrim Media, one of the top producers of unscripted series, and 3 Arts Entertainment, a leading talent management and production company that has become a major television production partner and a source of top talent for all of the Company’s businesses. The Lionsgate Worldwide Television Distribution Group licenses the Company’s feature film and television slates, 17,000-title film and television library, one of the largest in the world, and Starz’s original programming slate to nearly every major OTT and linear platform through a global network of deep customer relationships.
Our Benefits
• Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
• 401(k) company matching
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to graduate degree)
Compensation
$80,000 - $90,000
Salary/Benefits
$80,000.00 - 90,000.00 per year
Additional Information
About the Company
Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) encompasses world-class motion picture and television studio operations aligned with the STARZ premium global subscription platform to bring a unique and varied portfolio of entertainment to consumers around the world. The Company's film, television, subscription and location-based entertainment businesses are backed by a 17,000-title library and a valuable collection of iconic film and television franchises. A digital age company driven by its entrepreneurial culture and commitment to innovation, the Lionsgate brand is synonymous with bold, original, relatable entertainment for audiences worldwide.
EEO Statement
Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.