VP, Content Strategy & Strategic Partnerships

IMAX; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 256,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

IMAX seeks a Vice President of Strategic Planning & Business Development to lead the company’s content strategy and partnerships across blockbuster films, local language content, documentaries, and live events. The role reports to the Chief Content Officer and translates market insights and financial analysis into growth-focused recommendations.

The successful candidate will guide portfolio planning, collaborate with Content, Distribution, Sales, Marketing, Finance and regional teams, and drive

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in strategic planning, business development, finance, corporate strategy or consulting.
• Experience in entertainment, media or content distribution is highly valued.
• Strong financial modeling, budgeting and forecasting abilities.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex trade-offs.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning across IMAX’s full content portfolio, defining priorities for films, local language content, and live events.
• Develop strategic partnerships and guide portfolio planning with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and long-range financial plans for content initiatives.
• Evaluate opportunities, quantify risks and returns for new partnerships and content investments.
• Present recommendations and performance updates to executive leadership and Board as needed.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial modeling

Executive communication

Partnership development

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Economics

MBA or advanced degree (plus)

Job description

IMAX seeks a Vice President of Strategic Planning & Business Development to lead the company’s content strategy and partnerships across blockbuster films, local language content, documentaries, and live events. The role reports to the Chief Content Officer and translates market insights and financial analysis into growth-focused recommendations.

The successful candidate will guide portfolio planning, collaborate with Content, Distribution, Sales, Marketing, Finance and regional teams, and drive