Sales Manager, Theatrical Distribution

Mid • On-site

$78,500 - $151,200/yr

Culver City, CA

DESCRIPTION

Amazon MGM Studios is seeking a passionate and results-driven Sales Manager to join our growing team. This position will directly report to the General Sales Manager for Theatrical Sales Department at the studio. In this role, you will support the distribution and release strategy for our films across North American exhibitors. You will work closely with theatrical partners, internal stakeholders, and the broader distribution team to help optimize theatrical placement, execute release plans, and maximize box office revenue.
This role requires a strong understanding of theatrical exhibition, excellent communication skills, and a passion for movies. You will assist in the daily execution of theatrical sales operations, including film placement within US marketplace, in-theatre marketing support, accounts receivable and box office performance tracking.

Key job responsibilities
• Ownership and knowledge of assigned booking territory in the US marketplace.
• Assist with release goals, market analysis, and exhibitor outreach.
• Help develop regional booking strategies and maintain exhibitor relationships.
• Negotiate booking terms with exhibition partners. • Maximize box-office returns in assigned territory with strategic bookings and weekly holdovers
• Utilize distribution software (TDS and ComScore)
• Maintain a healthy A/R within territory.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in theatrical sales, distribution, or exhibition.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Passion for film and the theatrical experience.
• Familiarity with box office trends, exhibitor operations, and key industry tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working directly with exhibitors or studio distribution teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and trends.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and theatrical software (TDS, ComScore).
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $78,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $151,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Amazon

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