Director, International Programming - (US-CO-Sheridan - 80110)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: L:99340230
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DISH Network is an innovative industry leader distinguished by its pioneering spirit.  Ever since our establishment in 1980, we've been the ideal workplace for people with adventurous spirit and creativity, who are smart risk takers and aggressive winners - all those for whom the status quo just isn't enough.   Our Fortune 250 Company continues to define the curve in television entertainment.  We are always improving and extending our products and delivering greater value to people, including our workforce of 25,000 plus.   Come explore the big picture with us!
Intelligence.   Creativity.   Innovation.   These are the things you'll find at DISH Network, the pioneer in television entertainment.   We offer individualized career paths for dynamic, talented individuals who are ready to be rewarded and recognized.   It's our way of giving back to exceptional people who have kept us at the forefront of our industry.  
At DISH, we are very proud to be the premier provider of foreign language offerings of over 150 International channels (not including Spanish-language channels) to our subscribers.  We are currently looking for a Director of International Programming who will be involved in all aspects of our growing business: evaluating potential channel launches, negotiating programming rights and affiliation agreements, marketing, pricing and packaging strategy and operations. 
Specific Responsibilities:

Develop international programming strategy and evaluate its impact on positioning with DISH
Evaluate potential channels and develop justification models and strategies;
Negotiate material terms of affiliation agreements with programming suppliers;
Maintain and cultivate relationships with content partners;
Develop and execute acquisition strategy;
Foster and maintain an in-depth knowledge of the competitive digital and entertainment landscape globally;
Create strategic plans and present to senior management;
Develop relationships and work collaboratively with other DISH operations regarding channel launches, transport and call center support.

  To be successful in this role, our ideal candidate will have 5+ years relevant experience in licensing television rights including negotiation and closing licensing agreements.  Candidates should be  a self starter willing to handle significant responsibility.  This position requires an analytical thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit.  Some international travel will be required.