Content Manager

MBC

  • Saudi Arabia
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Job Description:Responsibilities:
  • Draft, review and manage contracts across cast, crew, production and format agreements.
  • Handle the full GLP process, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and timelines.
  • Negotiate licensing deals for formats and production agreements in coordination with internal stakeholders and external partners.
  • Liaise with Legal, Finance, Production and external parties to ensure all agreements are aligned and contractually sound.
  • Track all pending payments related to production, cast, and crew in collaboration with the finance department to ensure timely processing and follow-ups.
  • Maintain and update internal tracking systems to reflect the status of all agreements, licenses, and financial obligations.
  • Ensure proper documentation and archiving of all signed contracts and related materials.
  • Act as the go-to contact for all contractual matters related to content acquisition, production, and licensing.
  • Support the content and production teams with any contractual clarifications or modifications during development and production phases.
  • Watch online episodes for appointed titles and review offline reports to confirm viewer notes have been addressed and that the episode is finalized and error-free.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Media, or a related field.
  • 4-6 years of experience in contracts administration, licensing, or business affairs, preferably in media, TV production, or entertainment.
  • Experience with format licensing and production contracts is a strong advantage.
  • Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate format licenses.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to effectively liaise between Legal, Finance, Production, and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to track financial obligations, pending payments, and follow up with Finance and vendors.
  • Well-organized in maintaining contract archives, logs, and internal reporting systems.
  • Familiarity with TV/film production workflows, terminology, and roles.
  • Ability to watch content (episodes, rushes, reports) critically to ensure agreed deliverables and quality standards are met.
  • Fluent in Arabic & English.

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