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As we embark on a period of growth, PRAGDA is looking for talented film lovers to join our team.

A leading distributor of Latin American, Spanish, and Latinx cinema, PRAGDA works with the finest contemporary documentaries and features produced each year. Our films are inspiring, challenging, and entertaining. They cover a wide array of the region’s hottest topics, including the global economy, DACA, immigration and exile, feminism, education, international politics, and more.

The Acquisitions Manager will be responsible for managing the acquisitions process for all incoming content for Pragda’s different distribution outlets, such as the educational sales catalog, educational platforms, VoD platforms, ancillary markets, and its educational program Spanish Film Club. Additionally, will be responsible for receiving and managing all deliverables.

The ideal candidate will have an interest in Spanish and Latin American film and a strong commitment to bringing these cinemas to the world.

This is a full-time, remote position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

-Establish and manage relationships with filmmakers, producers, sales agents, and other distributors.
-Keep track of film festival programming and markets offerings. Track all competitive acquisitions, production, and development activity.
-Identify filmmakers to watch and track film projects for potential licensing opportunities.
-Manage the film submission process – including sourcing and reviewing content from various creators, agents, producers, etc.
-Communicate deal terms and manage contract negotiations.
-Managing all aspects of new agreement negotiation and ongoing agreements.
-Support the formulation of content acquisition strategies.
-End-to-end ownership of film deliverables, including the outsourcing of materials when needed.
-Keep comprehensive databases of films in consideration, content providers, actual acquisitions, metadata, and deliverables on all required platforms.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

-Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required. Major or minor in Film, Media, or Communications preferred.
-3+ years of acquisition experience working with filmmakers, producers, and sales agents.
-Excellent proven negotiation skills.
-Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong fluency in both verbal and written communication.
-Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize to meet deadlines.
-Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a team, as well as independently.
-Attention to detail and problem-solving skills – must be meticulous and well organized.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-Self-starter, driven, efficient, curious, and resourceful.
-Self-directed, tactful, and diplomatic with a clear, courteous, and professional manner.
-High computer proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, Excel) and the ability to learn and manage new software and platforms quickly

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS

-3 years of experience in the entertainment industry – preferably in Acquisitions / Programming
Knowledge of sales agents and production companies managing Spanish and Latin American content.
-Familiar with Spanish and Latin American film industries, filmmakers, and their previous work.
-Knowledge of platforms used for acquisitions management.
-Deep knowledge of international film markets and festivals, as well as previous
-Demonstrated ability to stay on the cusp of films being produced, showcased, and marketed.
-Competent in budget management and other basic financial responsibilities required to determine and track acquisition budgets, and report acquisitions status updates.
-Extensive data analysis experience.

SALARY

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

To apply: Please send an email to education@pragda.com with the subject line “Acquisitions Manager”, including a cover letter and résumé describing your relevant experience and salary requirements.

PRAGDA values diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Reference : FILM ACQUISITIONS MANAGER jobs

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