Assistant Manager, Content (OTT)

SOURCEO PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A media organization in Singapore is seeking a Content Manager to oversee sports content programming and scheduling on OTT platforms. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of stakeholder management and content strategy. This role involves collaborating with multiple teams and negotiating with content providers to enhance viewer engagement and increase subscriptions.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years experience in content programming, channel management, or media strategy.
• Experience negotiating content rights or vendor contracts.
• Experience with sports or ethnic content is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage sports and ethnic content programming and scheduling.
• Ensure accurate content metadata and easy accessibility for viewers.
• Analyze viewership patterns and performance insights.
• Coordinate with vendors and channel partners for timely content delivery.
• Work with Head of Content to create an engaging content lineup.
• Collaborate with various teams for compliance and promotional alignment.
• Negotiate content or rights deals with channels.

Skills

Content programming

Stakeholder management

Vendor negotiations

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Media, Communications, or related field

Job description

Main Purpose:

This person will manage sports content programming and channel curation and online streaming (OTT) platforms — making sure content is engaging, scheduled properly, and drives viewership.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Programming & Scheduling: Plan and manage what sports and ethnic content goes on air — balancing live matches, replays, and highlights.

2. Content Data Management: Ensure all content info (metadata, EPG, VOD listings) is accurate and easy for viewers to find.

3. Viewership Analysis: Study viewing patterns and content performance; share insights to improve programming or marketing.

4. Vendor Management: Coordinate with content vendors and channel partners to ensure quality delivery and timely schedules.

5. Content Strategy: Work with the Head of Content to plan overall sports and ethnic content lineup that attracts subscribers.

6. Cross-Team Collaboration: Partner with marketing, legal, and regulatory teams to ensure compliance and promotional alignment.

6. Negotiation: Discuss and close content or rights deals with channels and content providers.

Requirements:

1. Degree in Media, Communications, or a related field

2. 5–8 years experience in: Content programming / channel management / Media strategy / content acquisition / broadcast operations

3. Negotiating content rights or vendor contracts

4. Experience with sports or ethnic content is a big plus

5. Strong at stakeholder management and coordination

6. Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and good communication skills