VP, Content Strategy & Marketing, Scripted Originals

Job Description

Paramount+, a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service from Paramount, combines live sports, breaking news, and a mountain of entertainment. The premium streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. The service is also the streaming home to unmatched sports programming, including every CBS Sports event, from golf to football to basketball and more, plus exclusive streaming rights for major sports properties, including some of the world's biggest and most popular soccer leagues. Paramount+ also enables subscribers to stream local CBS stations live across the US in addition to the ability to stream Paramount Streaming's other live channels: CBSN for 24/7 news, CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis, and ET Live for entertainment coverage.
Overview & Responsibilities:

We are searching for an experienced digital content leader/executive to lead all aspects of content planning Paramount+ Scripted Originals and other content created for (or licensed for) the Paramount+ service. We're looking for someone who is passionate about media, is proficient in streaming analytics, has excellent relationship management skills and is interested in working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment! This position is responsible for growing and leading a team of content strategists, building and fostering relationships with the show/creator community, as well as with the Paramount portfolio of brand partners to deliver innovative creative materials and initiatives designed to support Paramount+'s growing slate of scripted Original Series. The Vice President will also serve as the brand ambassador for Paramount+ Original Series in their representation across digital platforms including web, mobile, apps, social media and OTT. The role requires a unique combination of expertise across fields, most importantly, content strategy and relationship management.

Day-to-day Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To:
• Manage the asset lifecycle of content and interactive features for relevant shows
• Oversee prioritization and planning of all promotional activity around Paramount+ shows
• Work with sales and integrated marketing teams to create, package and execute sponsor features tied to shows
• Acquire all necessary approvals and clearances for promotional and/or content plans
• 10+ Paramount+ Original show launches per year
• Upfront sales and launch partnerships for original programming

Qualifications:
• 10+ years in a strategic marketing, planning or content development role for streaming services, television, feature film or interactive media
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
• Strong Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills
• Experience using Asana, Jira, project management tools
• Subscription VOD service experience

Additional Qualifications:
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, particularly with senior executives and external partners
• Proven success collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage complex projects across diverse groups or organizations
• Comfort managing multiple projects at once in a high-pressure environment

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gmzno2-18-117-154-237-42 in your application.