Content Sales Coordinator

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: B
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Studios Content Sales – North America
LOCATION: New York, NY – Hybrid

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC, BBC Studios makes and distributes the world’s most sought-after television, audio, and digital content. Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for audiences around the world—connecting brands to premium, trusted media environments.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Support the day-to-day administration and execution of FAST, VOD, and Public Television Syndication partnerships in North America. Working closely with internal teams and external partners, this role helps ensure the smooth processing of deals, content delivery, partner communications, and sales operations activities.

The position supports coordination across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Business & Legal Affairs, and Operations to help ensure the successful implementation and management of content distribution agreements.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

This role plays an important part in supporting the operational execution of the FAST, VOD, and Public Television Syndication business. Through accurate administration, coordination of deliverables, and support of partner communications, the position helps ensure a high level of service for both internal stakeholders and external partners.

The role works with a broad range of colleagues across North America and globally and may occasionally support activities that require coordination across U.K. and international time zones.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT

Sales Operations and Deal Administration

• Process and maintain FAST, VOD, and Public Television Syndication agreements within internal systems, ensuring deal information, rights, financial terms, and content details are accurately recorded.
• Support client onboarding and coordinate the setup of new deals, renewals, and content launches.
• Generate and maintain deal tracking reports and provide regular updates on deal and contract status to relevant stakeholders.

Partner Coordination and Content Delivery

• Coordinate content and asset delivery requests for FAST, VOD, and Syndication partners, ensuring contractual obligations and deadlines are met.
• Track partner communications and responses with operational requests in collaboration with internal teams.
• Maintain regular communication with distribution partners regarding content delivery, scheduling, marketing materials, and operational requirements.
• Support the launch and ongoing management of FAST channels, VOD packages, and Syndication offerings by coordinating activities across multiple teams.
• Escalate issues as needed and assist in resolving delivery, scheduling, and operational challenges.

Content Planning Support

• Coordinate with Programming and Global Sales Planning teams to support content planning activities for FAST channels, VOD packages, and Syndication offerings.
• Assist with the preparation and tracking of content plans to support deal renewals and ongoing partner needs.
• Maintain content planning documents and ensure information is communicated to relevant stakeholders.

Industry and Market Awareness

• Monitor industry news, trade publications, and marketplace developments and share relevant updates with the Content Sales team.
• Track partner announcements, programming trends, and competitive activity to support team discussions and client conversations.
• Maintain awareness of developments across the streaming, FAST, VOD, and television distribution landscape.

Team and Administrative Support

• Coordinate weekly team meeting agendas, take meeting notes, and track follow-up actions.
• Support process improvement initiatives and assist with maintaining efficient team workflows.
• Assist with sales planning, client meeting planning, reporting, and other administrative activities as required.
• Provide administrative and operational support to members of the Content Sales team as needed.

Scope and Impact

What the role involves

• Prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Escalating issues appropriately to management.
• Demonstrating a proactive approach to supporting the needs of the sales team and distribution partners.

Relationships

Reports To

• Director, FAST Sales
• Senior Manager, VOD Sales

Key Internal Stakeholders

• Global Content Sales
• Programming
• Global Sales Planning
• Marketing
• Finance
• Business & Legal Affairs
• Operations
• Ad Sales

Key External Stakeholders

• FAST Platform Partners
• VOD Distribution Partners
• Public Television Syndication Partners

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical and Dental Insurance (PPO plans)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible, Hybrid Working Arrangements
• Strong commitment to work/life balance
• Free Retirement Consulting for all employees
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Reimbursement

COMPENSATION

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $60,000–$78,000 . The actual base salary offered depends on the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and geographic location of the position.