Media Distribution Officer
Job Description
<p>The <strong>Media Distribution Officer</strong> is responsible for overseeing all aspects of distribution related activities for the company’s media projects, including films, documentaries, series, and other content in development and production. This role requires creating effective distribution strategies, securing partnerships, negotiating deals, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure successful distribution and maximum exposure of the company’s projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Core Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all distribution activities for the company’s projects, including films, documentaries, series, and other projects in development and production.</li><li>Develop distribution strategies and schedules for the company’s slate in collaboration with other departments.</li><li>Create marketing plans for each film in the distribution schedule.</li><li>Establish partnerships with various entities such as festivals, third-party distributors, exhibitors, and international sales agents to ensure project distribution.</li><li>Oversee the distribution process throughout the sales life cycle, including festivals, theaters, SVOD, AVOD, TV, digital platforms, airlines, and others.</li><li>Negotiate favorable financial deals and terms for the company’s projects.</li><li>Develop distribution budgets encompassing marketing and other related expenses.</li><li>Coordinate closely with media and promotional partners, and collaborate with the social media team for relevant content sharing.</li><li>Ensure efficient and organized administrative operations within the distribution function.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Additional Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Cultivate relationships with film licensors to secure distribution agreements for the business.</li><li>Collaborate with licensors to plan film distribution budgets, advertising spaces, and costing.</li><li>Coordinate all requirements for Digital Cinema Package (DCP) and technical film delivery.</li><li>Facilitate optimal film releases with exhibitors.</li><li>Devise marketing strategies to maximize box office results.</li><li>Engage with media for movie screenings and provide them with film-related information.</li><li>Ensure logistics are executed according to requirements.</li><li>Maintain communication with exhibitors and media, assisting them with film-related information.</li><li>Coordinate with designers for artwork and video edits.</li><li>Organize and supervise film premiere events, red carpet events, Q&A sessions, and other film-related occasions.</li><li>Provide administrative and logistical support as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., film studies, media management, business administration).</li><li>Proven experience in media distribution, preferably in the film or entertainment industry.</li><li>Strong understanding of distribution strategies and practices across various platforms and channels.</li><li>Excellent negotiation and financial management skills.</li><li>Proficiency in marketing and promotional techniques.</li><li>Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities.</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.</li><li>Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality results.</li><li>Proficiency in relevant software and tools for distribution and marketing.</li><li>Knowledge of current trends and developments in the media distribution landscape.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Riyadh, KSA</p><p><strong>Salary:</strong> Approx. 25,000 SAR</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>***Only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted for this role***</em></strong></p>
