Manager, Studio Finance & Strategy

Netflix, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 370,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Mental Health support

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer-m

Stock Option Program

Disability Programs

Job summary

Netflix, Inc. is seeking a Manager to lead Studio Strategy, based in Hollywood, CA with a hybrid schedule (on-site Tue–Thu). You will partner with Studio stakeholders to shape new initiatives and build robust business cases.

The role emphasizes analytical rigor, finance expertise, and the ability to influence senior leaders in a fast-paced, global entertainment environment.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in analytical professional services or internal strategy.
• Strong ability to build and communicate complex financial models.
• Ability to present and socialize insights to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Studio stakeholders to set the strategic foundation for new initiatives.
• Develop strategic frameworks and robust business cases for key Studio efforts.
• Prepare valuation analyses and scenario testing to guide investments.
• Create insightful presentations for senior leadership and drive decisions.
• Analyze business drivers, trends, and performance metrics across the portfolio.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Financial modeling

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management

Excel modeling

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At Netflix, our mission is to entertain the world. Together, we are writing the next episode - pushing the boundaries of storytelling, global fandom and making the unimaginable a reality. We are a dream team obsessed with the uncomfortable excitement of discovering what happens when you merge creativity, intuition and cutting-edge technology. Come be a part of what's next. The Studio Strategy team works closely with our Netflix Studio team to develop and execute strategy across the business. Netflix Studio is the world's largest studio, producing Netflix original series and films. The team partners with groups across Production Innovation, Resource Management, VFX, Facilities Planning, Dubbing, Sustainability, and Risk Management to provide strategic guidance on core business decisions. It's a high-impact group working on initiatives spanning Studio Operations, Content, Product, and Data Science teams worldwide. This is an individual contributor Manager role, and will be an integral member of the Studio Strategy team, leading analysis and strategic support across the team's breadth of work. This role is based in our Hollywood, CA office with a hybrid schedule, on-site Tues-Thurs.

What you'll do

Partner closely with Studio stakeholders to set the strategic foundation for new initiatives (e.g., Studio Tech Innovation). Develop strategic frameworks and robust business cases to guide decision-making on key Studio efforts. Prepare valuation analyses (model building, scenario testing, etc.) to support our Studio teams in key business decisions and investments. Conduct analysis of key business drivers, trends, and performance indicators. Create insightful presentations that synthesize analyses and present them to senior leadership. Compile thoughtful post-mortem analyses to determine areas for optimization and improvement. Develop a deep understanding of industry trends, competitive threats, and opportunities.

Ideal experience

Netflix is fast-growing and has a flat organizational structure, which means employees are often asked to perform tasks of varying difficulty. The ideal candidate is prepared to roll up their sleeves on routine tasks, the same day they're preparing an analysis or presentation for Netflix executives. A successful candidate is motivated, disciplined, and able to work effectively autonomously. 6+ years of experience, ideally with a foundation in analytical professional services (investment banking, private equity, management consulting, etc.) and internal strategy, ideally in media/entertainment/tech. Strong Excel modeling skills, with the ability to build and manage complex financial models. Highly analytical, with excellent ability to craft, present, and socialize complex ideas, recommendations, and insights to broad stakeholder groups. Strong ability to anticipate and meet the business demands of senior-level business managers, with a solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving and a focus on generating impact. Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment. High level of intellectual curiosity. Committed to embracing and advocating for inclusion, including demonstrated cross-cultural understanding and intelligence.

Generally, our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $230,000.00 - $370,000.00.

Benefits

• Health Plans
• Mental Health support
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Stock Option Program
• Disability Programs
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Family-forming benefits
• Life and Serious Injury Benefits

We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are immediately entitled to flexible time off. See more details about our Benefits here.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

Netflix is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here. Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner. We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

At Netflix, we want to entertain the world. Whatever your taste, and no matter where you live, we give you access to best-in-class TV series, documentaries, feature films and games. Our members control what they want to watch, when they want it, in one simple subscription. We're streaming in more than 30 languages and 190 countries, because great stories can come from anywhere and be loved everywhere. We are the world's biggest fans of entertainment, and we're always looking to help you find your next favorite story.