Manager of Programming Ops at Wonder Project

Santa Monica, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

110000.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Content Programming, Library Management, Acquisitions, Content Licensing, Windowing Strategies, Distribution Deal Structures, Content Management Systems, Budget Management, Content Merchandising, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Analytical Skills, Attention to Detail, Project Management, Legal Affairs, Business Affairs, Industry Trends

Industry

Entertainment

Description

About the role We are seeking an experienced Manager of Programming Ops to join our Commercial Programming team, responsible for strategic oversight of our Channel and Content Operations. This role serves as a critical liaison between commercial programming, acquisitions, merchandising, and operations teams, ensuring our content catalog is optimally curated, merchandised, and managed. The ideal candidate will combine analytical rigor with content expertise to drive engagement and maximize the value of our library. Experience in Business Development and a background in Business Affairs or Legal is a plus. Key Responsibilities Content Merchandising & Tooling Provide support to the team in merchandise tooling across Channel, ensuring parity when needed and leaning into additional requirements and capabilities Financial Management & Deal Tracking Track deals in department budget (Originals & Library) and provide timely feedback on deals in negotiation Review department cash flow and facilitate invoice management Programming Planning & Database Management Manage all available dates, Airtable, and Curation Tool updates Lead mapping of quarterly and annual library programming plans Manage all current and potential titles in Airtable to ensure an appropriate blend of genre, audience demand, quality, and values Craft high-quality decks for internal stakeholders, brand partners, and executive leadership Manage Notion, the curation tool, program planner, and other key programming databases for an up-to-date view that can be shared across company Point person for all departmental decks, presentations, and pitch materials, ensuring brand consistency, commercial clarity, and creative excellence and ensure that such materials are housed and accessible for all internal stakeholders across the Studio Originals: TV, Film, and Unscripted Departments Deal Terms & Cross-Functional Collaboration In collaboration with BALA, produce avails and key terms in Airtable based on deals that have closed for other departments’ visibility; update avails and terms each time an amendment is done for a library deal Be the go-to resource for questions from other departments on what the catalog will entail each month. Assist in the creation of slide presentations highlighting upcoming titles for cross-departmental transparency. Manage the “What’s Coming to Wonder Project” internal monthly newsletter Original Acquisitions Review alignment across departments on key decisions (e.g., premiere dates of Originals, deadlines, legal and marketing deliverables) Work closely with Business and Legal Affairs to ensure all key terms are captured in Airtable and update avails and terms each time an amendment is done for a library deal, working closely with Legal Track and maintain potential acquisition submissions and ensure they are reviewed in a timely fashion Monitor industry trades, news outlets, and data platforms daily to track emerging trends, competitor activities, relevant M&A activity, and new project announcements Provide weekly updates across the commercial department to ensure accurate reporting to senior leadership Prepare and distribute bi-weekly report summarizing departmental performance, tracking KPIs across partnerships, programming, and other ancillary efforts Track and report on all departmental activities, including project statuses, brand outreach, partnership pipelines, ancillary outreach and performance (DVDs, publishing, soundtrack, etc.) Qualifications Required: 5-7+ years of experience in content programming, library management, or acquisitions within the entertainment industry (streaming, cable, or broadcast) Strong understanding of content licensing, windowing strategies, and distribution deal structures Proficiency with content management systems and databases (Airtable, Notion, or similar platforms) Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and track deal financials Experience with content merchandising and curation strategies across multiple platforms Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Preferred: Experience with SVOD platform operations Background in both original and library content acquisition Knowledge of programming planning cycles and content strategy Familiarity with legal/business affairs processes and documentation Salary & Benefits: Salary: $110K + Bonus Benefits, FSA, 401k The Wonder Project, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, The Wonder Project, Inc. will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The Wonder Project, Inc. will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

Responsibilities

The Manager of Programming Ops will oversee Channel and Content Operations, ensuring optimal curation and management of the content catalog. This role involves collaboration across various teams to track deals, manage programming plans, and maintain databases for transparency and efficiency.