VP, Video Content Syndication & Licensing (Red Seat Ventures)

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Corporation

Under the FOX banner, we produce and distribute content through some of the world’s leading and most valued brands, including: FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. We empower a diverse range of creators to imagine and develop culturally significant content, while building an organization that thrives on creative ideas, operational expertise and strategic thinking.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Red Seat Ventures (RSV), a FOX company, is seeking a strategic Vice President of Video Content Syndication & Licensing to lead distribution efforts across its portfolio of creator-led video properties. This individual will be responsible for extending the reach, visibility, and monetization of RSV's diverse content library; including short and long-form video, podcasts, documentaries, and live events, across third-party streaming platforms, FAST channels, legacy television networks, and emerging distribution channels.

As a senior leader within RSV's business development function, this role requires deep expertise in the streaming ecosystem, platform partnerships, and content licensing. The ideal candidate brings a disciplined approach to distribution strategy, strong negotiation skills, and a track record of driving audience growth and incremental revenue through data-driven decision-making. Collaboration across content production, marketing, operations, legal, and finance will be essential to success.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute comprehensive go-to-market distribution strategies for video content syndication and licensing via AVOD, SVOD, TVOD, and streaming business models

• Identify, negotiate, and manage licensing agreements and partnerships with platform operators, aggregators, and content buyers across Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, YouTube, Roku, Pluto TV, Tubi, Apple TV+, and other leading distribution channels

• Secure prime placement, favorable terms, and revenue-sharing opportunities that maximize content performance and financial returns

• Analyze performance metrics, including views, engagement, retention, and revenue per title, using internal and external analytics tools to inform content strategy and production decisions

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align distribution efforts with business objectives, promotional campaigns, and release windows

• Oversee end-to-end distribution processes, including content preparation, asset delivery, platform compliance, and launch coordination

• Monitor industry trends in video distribution technologies, algorithm changes, audience behaviors, and emerging platforms to identify new opportunities

• Optimize distribution strategies to expand audience reach, increase discoverability, and drive incremental revenue streams

• Develop and manage distribution budgets, forecasting revenue opportunities and ensuring cost-effective delivery

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 15+ years of experience in video content syndication and licensing within a major media company, studio, or streaming platform

• Proven track record of successfully placing and monetizing TV series, podcasts (video), live events, documentaries, or similar content across major distribution platforms

• Deep understanding of the streaming ecosystem, including platform algorithms, content windows, metadata best practices, encoding standards, DRM, and accessibility requirements

• Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated success closing distribution deals, licensing agreements, and strategic partnerships

• Exceptional analytical acumen, with proficiency in analytics tools and content management systems

• Demonstrated ability to drive audience growth, viewership, and revenue through strategic distribution and data-driven decision-making

• Excellent communication skills and executive presence, capable of influencing senior stakeholders and managing complex cross-functional initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Media, Communications, or related field

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER

• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent)

• Experience working with digital-first creators and hybrid audio-video content

• Direct experience in the podcast-to-video content landscape

• Established relationships with platform partners and content buyers across streaming services

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