Entertainment Manager (Content Strategy & Curation)

Advanced Search Group; Doha; On-site; QAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Search Group is seeking an experienced Content Strategy Lead to design and execute a comprehensive programming approach for in-flight entertainment. You will guide cross-functional teams, curate entertainment across movies, TV, music, and games, and drive data-driven decisions to maximize passenger engagement.

In this role, you will manage licensing relationships, ensure compliance with copyright and cultural standards, and collaborate with technical teams to optimize delivery across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma with extensive relevant experience in streaming/OTT.
• Proven track record in data-driven content curation or programming.
• Strong understanding of media integration and digital content delivery within IFE hardware.
• Experience negotiating licensing agreements and working with studios/globals.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy aligned with brand and passenger demographics.
• Lead curation, selection, and acquisition across movies, TV, music, games, and more.
• Maintain and grow relationships with studios, distributors, licensing agencies, and service providers.
• Use data analytics and passenger insights to guide programming decisions.
• Ensure licensing compliance, copyright adherence, and cultural sensitivity.

Skills

Content strategy

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Content curation

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Diploma (related experience)

Tools

Content licensing systems

IFe hardware

Video delivery systems

Job description

Develop and implement a comprehensive content strategy aligned with brand objectives and passenger demographics. Lead the curation, selection, and acquisition of entertainment content across movies, TV, music, games, and more. Maintain and grow relationships with studios, distributors, licensing agencies, and content service providers. Use data analytics and passenger insights to guide programming decisions and optimize content engagement. Ensure compliance with content licensing agreements, copyright laws, and cultural sensitivity standards. Oversee content quality assurance, including audiovisual standards and periodic audits. Collaborate with technical teams to integrate and optimize content delivery across IFE systems. Monitor real time performance of content and adjust programming and rotations accordingly. Manage the content budget and identify cost effective opportunities without compromising quality. Supervise, mentor, and develop team members to ensure high standards of performance. Perform other department duties related to this position as directed by the Head of Department. Be part of an extraordinary story Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You ll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community. Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge. Join us as we dare to achieve what s never been done before. Together, everything is possible.

Desired Candidate Profile

Bachelor s degree (preferred) with 6+ years of relevant experience; or diploma with 7+ years related experience. Deep understanding of streaming, OTT trends, and the wider media ecosystem, especially within IFE. Proven experience in data-driven content curation or programming environments. Strong understanding of media integration systems, digital content delivery, and IFE hardware. Solid knowledge of licensing structures, copyright requirements, and content acquisition processes. Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem solving skills. Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. High attention to detail with a commitment to quality, compliance, and customer experience. Ability to thrive in fast paced environments and manage shifting priorities with resilience. Managerial experience with strong coaching, delegation, and team building capabilities.