Program Manager

**Company Description**
NBCUniversal International Television Distribution, a division of NBCUniversal, is responsible for the distribution of NBCUniversal product to all forms of television and new media outside of the U.S. and Canada. This includes a rich library of more than 4,000 feature films and 100,000 television episodes, including current and classic titles, non-scripted programming, sports, news, long-form and short-form programming, and locally produced content from around the world.

NBCU International Networks is part of NBCUniversal which is majority owned by Comcast Corporation and is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience.

The Program Manager reports directly into the Senior Program Director to support the content planning and execution of their channels across APAC. The role will work closely with the Marketing, Ad Sales, Finance, Research, On-Air and Operations teams.

The main focus in this role will be to accurately create and implement ‘must see’ content plans across NBC Universals portfolio of linear and non-linear channels that achieve ratings and commercial targets.
**Qualifications**
Manage short and long term program planning for Bravo NZ, UTV AU & NZ, Oxygen, Studio Universal and Peacock Hub (linear and VOD) working closely with Senior Program Director and Senior Program Manager
- Analyse ratings data on a daily basis to understand channel performance and formulate strategic content plans
- Create monthly schedules and yearly planners
- Manage output deals with Distribution
- Enter contract information into Landmark
- Have an in-depth understanding of competitors in each market
- Liaise with the Commercial team to create revenue opportunities around key content
- Ensure correct program classifications are supplied
- Manage annual closed captioning obligation
- Research, source and preview content with acquisition recommendations to the Senior Program Director
- Prepare acquisition contracts and manage contract execution
- Raise PO’s and approve invoices
- Staff, manage x 2 Programmers

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company

**Desired Characteristics**:
Experience
- 10+ year’s television programming experience.
- A proven deep understanding of strategic content planning with relevant experience in a senior television role
- A proven track record of ratings and channel positioning success
- An intuitive ability to relate to a channel’s core demo and be able to create schedules that meet viewers habits and expectations
- A demonstrated deep product knowledge and an understanding of the industry landscape
- Proven experience in creating and implementing processes for multi-territory programming
- An understanding of the Australian, NZ and international media landscape with knowledge of the competitive and market environment

**Skills**:

- Strong leadership and motivation skills
- Excellent communication, organisation, interpersonal and influencing skills
- Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic
- A team player able to work through multiple priorities
- Structured approach, well-organised individual, able to juggle multiple tasks and flexible enough to adapt to a fast paced and changing environment
- A passion for drama and entertainment content

**Additional Requirements**:
**Hybrid**: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
**Additional Information**
NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.