OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Entertainment Global is seeking a Vice President of Content & Acquisitions to source and acquire third-party programming across scripted, unscripted, formats, film, and kids & family content for global distribution out of the US. Reporting to the SVP, based in Los Angeles, the Vice President of Content & Acquisitions is responsible for identifying and executing content acquisition opportunities primarily out of the US, with flexibility to expand or contract markets and genres as the business evolves.

This is a senior role that combines creative sourcing, deal-making, and internal FOX studio stakeholder management, while working cross-functionally with teams across sales, marketing, legal, operations, finance, and strategy. The ideal candidate is commercially savvy, well-connected, collaborative, and passionate about premium global content.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Acquisition Execution

Source and negotiate third-party content acquisition opportunities across all genres, with a core focus on the US market, supporting FOX’s global content distribution strategyDeliver on the content strategy as defined by senior management, identifying titles that align with FOX’s brand, audience, and commercial objectivesCollaborate with FOX Studios, Network, and FOX-owned partners to identify internal pipeline opportunities and strengthen rights exploitation globally and across the wider business

Partnership & Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong relationships with producers, studios, agents, rights holders, and financiers across the regionServe as the primary point of contact for US-based FOX content partners, and manage ongoing communications, performance updates, and servicingWork closely with internal content executives to uncover regional opportunities and advance strategic initiatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Operational Excellence

Partner with legal, operations, and finance to support deal execution, contract lifecycle management, and investment modelingCollaborate on title launch plans and market debuts, ensuring timing aligns with key sales events and industry marketsEnsure content delivery is seamless and that rights holders and partners are serviced to the highest standard via the Distribution delivery department and studio operations

Sales & Performance Integration

Provide regular updates and performance insights to content partners and internal stakeholdersContribute to investment planning and ROI analysis, working closely with the Finance team on revenue projections and deal evaluationSupport global sales teams by aligning acquired content with market demand. Ensure the global sales force is well-versed in the product portfolio and properly equipped to take content to market and maximize monetization opportunities

Industry Representation & Market Intelligence

Represent FOX at international markets and festivals (e.g., MIPCOM, Series Mania, Content London, NATPE, etc.), acting as a brand ambassador and identifying content and partnership opportunitiesMaintain a deep understanding of global trends, buyer needs, and competitive dynamics to inform future acquisitions and content planning

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

15+ years of experience in content acquisitions, sales, co-productions, or content strategyExperience evaluating complex acquisitions/distribution contractsStrong network of senior-level contacts across studios, producers, agents, financiers, and distributorsStrong alignment with FOX’s creative values and brand voice; experience representing companies at a global levelAble to negotiate and close complex third-party acquisition dealsDeep understanding of rights management, windowing, and content monetization models across linear, AVOD, SVOD, and FAST ecosystemsSkilled in cross-functional collaboration with legal, finance, operations, and sales teamsExcellent communication, analytical, and strategic thinking skillsProactive problem-solver with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentFinancial fluency and comfort with deal modeling, ROI analysis, and sales performance metricsAbility and a passion for managing, mentoring, or guiding junior executivesWillingness to travel internationally and work overtime as needed

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $180,000.00-250,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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