Playboy Enterprises is currently seeking a new Director of Acquisitions and Commisions for its broadcast business. Under the direction of the company’s Vice President of Worldwide Programming, this position would be responsible for managing the negotiation and acquisition of rights for externally produced material for inclusion on various distribution platforms, including domestic and foreign TV networks, video on demand, mobile applications, etc. The position also works closely with foreign network programmers on the use of acquired product. The position interacts within the Entertainment division internally, and with industry suppliers and vendors externally.
Some of the responsibilities of the position are:
Remaining informed on events, talent interactions, deals, and sales figures of adult entertainment content on variety of distribution platforms in order to anticipate trends and capitalize on them.
Acting as primary expert on the adult movie industry for the entire corporation. Frequently answering questions posed by various senior level executives and provide information directly or indirectly to Publishing Group and other departments outside the Entertainment division.
Evaluating, negotiating for, and acquiring adult product for domestic and international usage. Recommending and executing decisions as to how product will be utilized on various distribution platforms. Remain informed on film title distribution commitments (domestic linear networks, video on demand, and international platforms) to maintain adequate inventory levels to ensure an effective fulfillment model.
Requirements for the position are:
A high school diploma and/or college degree preferred. A minimum of three years' experience in adult film evaluation and acquisition at a management level required, preferably in a related industry. Strong analytic skills are necessary. The ability to manipulate database and spreadsheet software which provide forecasts and usage analyses are essential. Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, specifically with working with vendors/sellers are mandatory.
Interested candidates should submit their resumes to: [email protected] or mail to: Playboy Enterprises, Inc. 2706 Media Center Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90065. Candidates should mention AVN.com when applying.
