Director, Local Media Distribution & Partnerships

JDS Sports; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401K plan

Paid time off & holidays

Family leave benefits

Commuter benefits

Life and accidental death insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MLB Network seeks a Director of Local Media Distribution to lead and execute distribution of MLB Media’s local club rights across linear and digital platforms. You will drive deal strategy, negotiate agreements, and oversee partner relationships in Secaucus, NJ and NYC.

The role requires 10+ years in MVPD partnerships, strong deal structuring ability, and excellent communication skills. Travel to events and senior stakeholder collaboration are expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in MVPD partnerships, marketing, or media strategy.
• Ability to work in Secaucus, NJ and New York City, NY.
• Experience negotiating local/RSN rights with traditional and virtual MVPDs.
• Strong deal-structuring knowledge in local sports media.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word; excellent written/verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage local media distribution deals across traditional and digital platforms.
• Prepare deal materials for renewals and negotiations.
• Negotiate and execute distribution agreements with MVPDs and partners.
• Provide analytical support to senior leadership on distribution strategy.
• Collaborate with MLB Local Media, MLB Network, NHL Network and external partners.

Skills

Partnership mgmt

Deal negotiation

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Economics/Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

MLB Network seeks a Director of Local Media Distribution to lead and execute distribution of MLB Media’s local club rights across linear and digital platforms. You will drive deal strategy, negotiate agreements, and oversee partner relationships in Secaucus, NJ and NYC.

The role requires 10+ years in MVPD partnerships, strong deal structuring ability, and excellent communication skills. Travel to events and senior stakeholder collaboration are expected.