Unscripted Formats Acquisition & Pipeline Expert

Sony Pictures Entertainment

Greater London

On-site

GBP 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Bonus eligible
Private medical insurance
Pension plan
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Job summary

Sony Pictures Entertainment seeks an Unscripted Format Executive to drive acquisition strategy and coordinate international market activities. You will work with Sony’s formats teams, Opcos, and external agencies to identify titles, prepare sales briefs, and support negotiations across regions.

Applicants should have 3–5 years in TV production/distribution, strong PowerPoint/Excel skills, and a network in unscripted entertainment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in TV production/distribution, incl. 12 months in acquisitions/development
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, with attention to detail
  • Strong PowerPoint/Excel proficiency and ability to present to senior stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Create and update Sales Briefing notes and assets
  • Develop strategic analyses and territory rollout plans
  • Brief marketing on assets, tone, and format elements
  • Lead client and acquisition pitches and present remotely when needed
  • Coordinate product presentations for key markets (MIP/NATPE/ATF)
  • Prepare format summaries for Distribution purposes and gather marketing materials
  • Track and report on 3rd party formats and acquisitions

Skills

Format acquisitions
Market research
Presentation skills
Networking
Leadership
Stakeholder management

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Sony Pictures Entertainment seeks an Unscripted Format Executive to drive acquisition strategy and coordinate international market activities. You will work with Sony’s formats teams, Opcos, and external agencies to identify titles, prepare sales briefs, and support negotiations across regions.

Applicants should have 3–5 years in TV production/distribution, strong PowerPoint/Excel skills, and a network in unscripted entertainment.

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