Description

Amazon MGM Studios is seeking an experienced and dynamic licensing professional to join the Consumer Products Licensing Team. This individual will be an integral member of a growing department that works across Prime Video and MGM’s diverse portfolio of IP (Genre, YA, Films, Anime, Comedy and Film) to ideate, develop and deliver best-in-class licensed merchandise for our customers.

The ideal candidate possesses an understanding of, or experience in, Entertainment Licensing, Retail or Consumer Products (including Fashion, Accessories, Collectibles/Toys, Location-based Experiences, Personal Care and Food/Beverage). He/She should be knowledgeable of the licensing industry, with hands-on experience negotiating business terms, pitching to licensees, structuring deal points and agreements and managing relationships with partners. The candidate must be a creative and big thinker with a discerning eye for quality and brand integrity. She/He must also have a desire to innovate and unlock new ways for customers to connect with their favorite IP.

Key job responsibilities

Key job responsibilities

•Deep dive on assigned titles and act as a knowledge base and IP expert for the Consumer Products Licensing team

•Manage strategy and execution on assigned titles: lead licensee pitch meetings, negotiate deals and partner with Legal on contract execution.

•Develop presentation materials for the Consumer Products team, including title pitch decks and sizzles

•Manage work back schedules and product development deadlines against broader marketing and production timelines

•Supervise approvals across internal teams and external stakeholders including talent

•Actively participate in internal and external meetings including creative kick-offs, franchise team meetings, business reviews and industry tradeshows.

•Manage Merch on Demand (print-on-demand) for assigned titles and drive both proactive customer anticipation and reactive customer demand

•Communicate Consumer Products initiatives back to key stakeholders including development teams, showrunners, leadership, marketing, Amazon ads, Amazon retail

•Prepare/contribute to business reviews and updates for leadership

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

•Work cross-functionally with partner teams including Creative Development, Studios Marketing, Prime Video Advertising, Franchise Management, Amazon Retail and Advertising to understand priorities and align L&M plans accordingly

•Work closely with series and film marketing teams to cross-promote licensed merchandise

•Coordinate launch plans with Amazon Retail to optimize selection and marketing drivers

•Communicate Consumer Product initiatives back to key stakeholders across the organization

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree

• 2-4 years in Consumer Products Licensing (preferably in the entertainment industry) and/or Retail

• Project management skills with experience in managing complex, cross-functional initiatives

• Proficiency in data analysis and royalty reporting, with experience using relevant tools (Smartsheet, Airtable, Excel, etc.) and Powerpoint

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

• Adaptable and open to new ways of thinking and non-traditional approaches to licensing

• Ability to thrive in a large, fast-paced, dynamic organization

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Demonstrated ability to support senior leadership while also taking ownership of key responsibilities

• Ability to balance team-specific goals against broader organizational priorities

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $104,700/year in our lowest geographic market up to $179,600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits . This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.