Manager, Global Brand Partnerships Pitch (Contractor)

This is a Full Time Job

This is a contract position through July, 2027. Position must be on-site at client office in Burbank, 3-4 days per week.

The Manager, Global Brand Partnerships Pitch will be responsible for helping drive the development and coordination of long-lead and day-to-day pitching efforts across the theatrical slate. This contactor role serves as a bridge between supporting partnership sales efforts, managing international market alignment, developing best-in-class pitch materials, and helping identify and secure new brand partnership opportunities worldwide. The Manager works closely with Vice Presidents and Directors of Global Pitch, international markets, agency partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Support the Vice Presidents and Directors of Global Pitch in developing global & domestic strategic positioning and partnership narratives for each theatrical film release which includes:
o Create and maintain world-class pitch materials, including film pitch decks, sales presentations, thought starters and case studies.
o Conduct research on prospective partners, including brand positioning, audience targets, cultural relevance, and business objectives to help create strategic partnership opportunities.
o Support and lead ongoing outreach efforts to both established and emerging brands, agencies, and strategic prospects across key partnership categories.
o Support follow-up communications, material distribution, and next-step coordination with potential partners and agencies.
o Support negotiation of high-value brand partnerships, promotions and legal contracts
o Maintain regular communication with international markets to ensure alignment on global and international partnership objectives, status updates, resource planning, and opportunity tracking.
• Partner closely with other teams and divisions at the studio to gather information and assets that support partnership pitches.
• Collaborate with the Execution team to review and provide initial feedback on domestic and international partnership programs before formal transition to Execution.
• Help maintain and update a total of four reporting and status reports
• Support preparation for key industry events, including Licensing Expo, Toy Fair, and other business development opportunities.
• Manage pitch-related budgets, invoices, and financial tracking in partnership with the Execution team.

Job Qualifications:
• Previous brand partnerships, entertainment/studio or agency experience strongly preferred.
• Previous coordinator/account executive experience strongly preferred.
• BA/BS degree required; in Marketing, Journalism, Advertising, or Business preferred

Knowledge/Skills:
• Must have advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to articulate issues in a professional manner.
• Must have ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a timely manner
• Must work well in a dynamic team environment
• Organized, strong attention to details and ability to problem solve