Distribution Executive

Al Jazeera Media Network is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Distribution & Commercial Executive to expand the presence of our TV channels across the Asian region to maximize Al Jazeera Media Network Channels presence, availability & reach, to generate revenue where possible.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Optimize business & distribution opportunities for Al Jazeera channels/content through all means & mediums possible including (but not limited to) Cable, Satellite DTH, OTT, IPTV, Digital Terrestrial, TV Everywhere, FTTH, IoT, hotels, hotel chains, cruises, maritime vessels, educational institutions like universities, airports, hospitals, prisons, system integrators, National tourism boards & other commercial premises globally, while also assisting in identifying/sourcing Content Sales opportunities in respective regions.
2. Promote distribution & business opportunities in assigned territories & regions towards attaining maximum reach & growth - Drive measures to reduce cost and generate revenue where possible.
3. Analyze & evaluate distribution deals by regions – every existing contract & evaluate its viability and means to enhance it for better-continued service relationship & maximize distribution in sync with Network’s objectives. Facilitate effective negotiation & renegotiation of agreements (while renewing) in securing best terms.
4. Maintain, build rapport and foster relationship with clients attending and addressing to their needs rendering services as and when demanded. Establish plans and efforts to retain and maintain the existing current customer base for continued carriages of the channel.
5. Legalize Channel carriages by platforms, operators, hotels and system integrators by signing license agreements thus countering piracy.
6. Work on annual operational, business planning, creating objectives, targets and budget process. Analyze & work with Head of Distribution on each expenditure and annual budgeting requirements with the aim to reduce cost to a minimum.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor Degree Level Education

Experience Required:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in related field preferably Media & Broadcast