Join arenaflex: Where Innovation Meets Entertainment
Are you ready to be part of a dynamic team that shapes how content reaches millions of viewers worldwide? At arenaflex, we don't just distribute entertainment—we create connections that bring stories to life across the globe. We're looking for a talented Platform Distribution Operations Coordinator to join our growing Platform Delivery team and help us revolutionize how content flows from creators to consumers.
Platform Delivery Operations is the backbone of arenaflex's content distribution strategy. We create and maintain the systems, partnerships, and processes that deliver exceptional entertainment experiences to our fans, partners, and stakeholders. As part of the Platform Delivery team, you'll be instrumental in developing product strategies, executing complex projects, supporting monetization initiatives, managing content distribution performance, coordinating live events, and driving sales support for direct and digital products, SVOD/AVOD services, licensing deals, and transactional sales with both established and emerging global distribution partners.
About the Role
The Platform Distribution Operations Coordinator position is a critical role within our organization. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing business processes that ensure the successful management and operation of all media distribution—including theatrical releases, linear channels, SVOD/AVOD, FAST (Free Ad-Supported Television), ESPN Audio, transactional sales, airlines, news aggregators, licensing agreements, and direct-to-consumer products.
This role provides invaluable pre-deal and sales support, post-deal execution, and partner management. You'll support various teams within Platform Distribution Operations, including Technical Discussions, Data and Advertising, Network Management, and Business Development, addressing their daily business needs with professionalism and expertise.
What You'll Do
As a Platform Distribution Operations Coordinator at arenaflex, no two days will be the same. You'll collaborate with business partners and various technology and operations teams to manage multiple functional initiatives simultaneously. Your responsibilities will include:
- Project Leadership: Create comprehensive project plans, communicate timelines, identify key milestones, prepare announcements, and maintain consistent information flow across all stakeholders
- Partner Launch Support: Participate in the launch of new distribution partners and new content for existing partners to drive distribution and revenue growth
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to fulfill organizational commitments regarding technical aspects of distribution, data, measurement, and advertising with our distribution partners
- Deal Support: Support the distribution sales teams in deal negotiations by providing subject matter expertise related to distribution, advertising, data, and/or measurement
- Content Distribution Process Management: Support the process for content distribution of linear networks, FAST channels, audio, and VOD content across set-top-box, mobile, PC, and other digital platforms, including SVOD, AVOD, PVOD, electronic home video, and airline content
- Rights Management: Support Rights Management-related tasks and initiatives, including confirming distribution and music rights for various first and third-party platforms
- Revenue Optimization: Collaborate with teams including sales, finance, analytics, and others to support monetization efforts such as forecasting and revenue analysis, and inform technology roadmaps
- Contract Renewal Coordination: Coordinate initial contract renewal review processes
- Documentation & Analysis: Identify and review contractual language for key agreements; maintain and organize documentation including project trackers, reporting support, delivery specifications, data, manage standard agreements, and contractual language
- Communication Support: Assist the team in developing presentations, training materials, and reports; summarize distribution sales meetings and provide key advertising/data references to the team
- Relationship Building: Build relationships with stakeholders across arenaflex—including sales, operations, production, digital media, legal, finance, and more—and externally with wholesalers, partners, vendors, and technology developers to support learning, enhance work capabilities, and advance Platform Delivery goals
- Vendor Management: Support contract negotiations with vendors to secure services and monetization capabilities
- Platform Administration: Curate business-specific information on B2B proprietary sites and perform system administrator duties as needed
- Reporting & Analysis: Receive and review reporting from partner data feeds or internal measurement reports
- System Maintenance: Perform system-level maintenance on wholesaler databases
- Coordinate live events including blackouts, master control approval, and metadata validation
- Compliance Verification: Verify contractual compliance across measurement, advertising, usage guidelines, authentication, and delivery
- Digital Marketing Review: Conduct digital marketing reviews by platform
- Team Culture: Contribute to a team environment that is open, inclusive, and encourages authenticity, communication, and collaboration
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and excels at managing multiple priorities. The ideal candidate will possess:
Required Qualifications:
- Educational Background: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, organizational, presentation, writing, relationship building, collaboration, negotiation, and customer service abilities
- Technical Proficiency: Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Project Management: Ability to manage and appropriately prioritize multiple short-term projects while maintaining a strong focus on achieving medium/long-term objectives
- Attention to Detail: Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail and accountability
- Self-Motivation: Ability to own assignments to completion with minimal guidance
- Flexibility: Some travel and flexible work hours may be required depending on business needs
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in media distribution, content delivery, or digital platform operations
- Understanding of SVOD, AVOD, FAST, and transactional media models
- Familiarity with rights management and contractual processes
- Experience working with technology vendors and content delivery networks
- Background in data analysis and reporting within the media or entertainment industry
- Knowledge of platform launch processes and partner integration
Why Join arenaflex?
At arenaflex, we believe that our greatest asset is our people. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security:
- Competitive Compensation: The hiring range for this position is $56,000 - $70,290 annually for Connecticut candidates, and $56,950 - $73,700 annually for New York City candidates. The base salary offered will consider internal equity and may vary based on the candidate's geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
- Health & Wellness: Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, subject to the level and position
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning
- Inclusive Culture: Work in an environment that values diversity, inclusion, and authenticity
- Innovation Focus: Be part of teams that are transforming the entertainment industry
About arenaflex Platform Delivery
arenaflex Platform Delivery manages all third-party media sales efforts for distribution, subsidiary-related business operations for the organization's direct-to-consumer services and linear media companies, and content sales arrangements for arenaflex Entertainment and ESPN. We are at the forefront of how content reaches viewers across every platform and device imaginable.
About arenaflex
The arenaflex Organization, along with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following industry segments: arenaflex Entertainment, ESPN, arenaflex Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as an animation studio during the 1920s to today—a preeminent name in the entertainment industry—arenaflex proudly continues its legacy of creating elite stories and experiences for every member of the family.
arenaflex's stories, characters, and experiences reach consumers and visitors from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with arenaflex Content Sales LLC, which is part of a business we call arenaflex Platform Delivery.
Equal Opportunity Employer
arenaflex Content Sales LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. arenaflex encourages a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, improve, create the best stories, and be meaningful in a rapidly changing world.
Ready to Make Your Mark?
If you're passionate about the entertainment industry, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to be part of a team that's shaping the future of content distribution, we want to hear from you! This is your opportunity to grow your career with an industry leader while making a meaningful impact on how entertainment reaches audiences worldwide.
Don't miss this chance to join the arenaflex family and help us create magical experiences for millions of people around the world. Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting career with endless possibilities!