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Director, Strategy & Business Development
Participant Media
Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Participant Media is looking for a Director to join its Strategy & Business Development department. This individual will work directly with the SVP, Strategy & Business Development to implement Participant’s long-range strategic plan, which will set the trajectory of the company’s growth for the next several years.
The Strategy & Business Development Director will play a critical role in the creation of the overall strategy and then will help identify, assess, pursue, and execute opportunities including investments, partnerships, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, business start-ups and other business development prospects, across film, television and digital media and in both domestic and international markets. This is an exciting opportunity to help redefine a leading global media & entertainment company as it prepares for its next stage of growth.
Responsibilities:
• Identify and analyze growth strategy and new business development opportunities for Participant Media (including working collaboratively across the company to secure buy-in for key cross-company initiatives).
• Drive evaluation, articulation and presentation of Participant’s key strategic initiatives for senior management.
• Assist in due diligence efforts and analysis for potential corporate development opportunities, including M&A and strategic partnerships.
• Analyze industry trends, competitive landscape, growth opportunities and internal performance.
• Work effectively in a team environment, both within Strategic Planning and with business unit partners/stakeholders.
• Execute special projects on behalf of business units, including film, TV, digital and social action teams.
• Other duties / special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
• B.A. and M.B.A. required.
• 4-6 years of experience at a leading management consulting firm, investment bank or top-tier strategic planning / corporate strategy department.
• Strong academic performance at a top university.
• Superior analytical skills and financial modeling capabilities.
• Experience or interest in the media, digital and/or tech industries.
• Strong executive-level presentation skills.
• Demonstrable success in delivering results in a cross-functional team setting.
• Proven interest in social impact (e.g., non-profits, international development, social entrepreneurship).
Reports to:
• SVP, Strategy & Business Development