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LOCATION
Santa Monica, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Director, Brand Partnerships
The Director, Brand Partnerships will lead the development and execution of revenue-generating brand integrations and sponsorships across Lionsgate's portfolio of digital platform channels and original content initiatives. This role is responsible for creating innovative, scalable branded content opportunities that align advertiser objectives with Lionsgate's content strategy and audience engagement goals across digital, social, and emerging platforms. The Director will work cross-functionally with creative, production, digital, and sales teams, while serving as a key client-facing partner to build, execute, and grow long-term brand relationships.
Responsibilities include:
Leading the ideation and execution of multi-platform branded partnerships across Lionsgate's digital channels and original content initiatives
Identifying opportunities to integrate brands into digital-first programming, social extensions, and emerging content formats
Developing scalable sponsorship frameworks and repeatable branded content offerings across multiple platforms
Driving full lifecycle execution of branded partnerships—from concept development and pitch through production, launch, and delivery
Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution aligned with creative vision, brand objectives, and timelines
Overseeing integration quality and ensuring brand alignment with Lionsgate's creative standards
Partnering closely with content, production, editorial, and digital teams to develop integrated brand opportunities within ongoing and upcoming projects
Collaborating with ad sales and distribution teams to align branded content offerings with broader revenue strategies
Working with legal, finance, and operations teams to support deal structuring and execution
Serving as a primary point of contact for select brand partners and agencies, building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships
Leading client presentations, pitch materials, and partnership proposals
Supporting renewals and upsell opportunities through proactive relationship management and performance insights
Contributing to the development of digital-first content concepts that are inherently brand-friendly and partnership-ready
Staying ahead of industry trends across OTT, social platforms, and creator-driven ecosystems to inform new opportunities
Collaborating with internal teams to evolve Lionsgate's branded content capabilities and go-to-market strategies
Implementing and overseeing performance tracking and post-campaign recaps to demonstrate ROI to partners
Translating insights into actionable recommendations to optimize future partnerships and drive repeat business
Continuously refining measurement frameworks for digital and cross-platform branded content
Qualifications and skills include:
5-7 years of experience in branded content, partnerships, ad sales, or integrated marketing within media, entertainment, or digital platforms
Proven ability to develop and execute multi-platform brand partnerships and integrations
Strong understanding of digital content ecosystems, including social, streaming, and creator-led platforms
Experience managing cross-functional projects from concept through delivery
Excellent client-facing skills with a track record of building and growing partnerships
Ability to leverage performance data and insights to inform strategy and demonstrate ROI
Strong storytelling and presentation skills, with the ability to translate ideas into compelling client narratives
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving media environment
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
About Lionsgate: Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world's leading standalone, pure play, publicly traded content companies. It brings together diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a world-class portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse and a more than 20,000-title film and television library, all driven by the studio's bold and entrepreneurial culture.
Our Benefits:
Full Coverage – Medical, Vision, and Dental
Work/Life Balance – generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
401(k) company matching
Compensation: $130,000 - $140,000
EEO Statement: Lionsgate 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, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.