Senior Vice President, Content Sales EMEA (Mat Cover)

THE COMPANY

Our client is a leading global entertainment powerhouse, renowned for its innovative content and dynamic distribution strategies.

THE ROLE

As the Senior Vice President, Content Sales, you will oversee the global, multi-platform content sales and distribution of the business’s portfolio in EMEA.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead multi-platform content sales efforts, including pitching, negotiating deal terms, and collaborating with partners and internal teams to drive account growth
• Identify and address customers content needs, expanding existing partnerships to maximize revenue
• Stay informed about the evolving content ecosystem and distribution landscape.
• Generate new business opportunities and client engagement for both finished content and content in production or development
• Represent the brand regionally, including traveling as needed
• Leverage technology, systems, and processes to optimise the sales process and monetize content across diverse revenue streams

THE PERSON

With significant experience in international content sales, you will have built strong relationships with buyers across EMEA. Previous experience in selling both scripted and unscripted content is desirable although not essential.

You will possess thorough knowledge of film and TV distribution, rights, and windowing, coupled with a strong understanding of the streaming landscape and its impact on content distribution.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building client relationships and navigating a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

NEXT STEP

If your skills & experience fit the above requirements and you would like to talk to us about this role, please apply online attaching your CV in WORD format.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Searchlight only advertises active roles Your details will be sent directly to the Consultant who is handling this role We aim to respond to candidates within 14 days.

If this role isn’t quite right, but you would like us to have your CV on file, please send it to sroffice@searchlight.com.

Searchlight strives to promote equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

To learn more about Searchlight, see:  www.searchlight.global