Coordinator, Acquisitions

About FIFTH SEASON

FIFTH SEASON is a leading global independent studio that specializes in the development, financing, production and distribution of feature films, premium television series and documentaries for theatrical distributors, streaming platforms as well as broadcast and cable networks globally. The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and operates major hubs in New York and London as well as additional offices in Europe, Asia and South America. Known for producing and distributing award-winning content that engages audiences and moves culture, the studio’s film titles include the multi-Oscar-nominated The Lost Daughter from Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ambulance directed by Michael Bay, Destin Daniel Cretton’s Just Mercy, the Book Club franchise, the Sundance Film Festival Audience Award winner Cha Cha Real Smooth, and 80 For Brady. The studio produces premium TV series including the 14-time Emmy-nominated Severance, See, and Truth Be Told for Apple TV+, Wolf Like Me for Peacock, Life & Beth, Nine Perfect Strangers, and McCartney 3, 2, 1 for Hulu, and Tokyo Vice for HBO Max. FIFTH SEASON also handles global distribution for dozens of hit series in addition to its own studio productions, including Killing Eve, The Morning Show, Normal People, and The Night Manager.

Our Culture: A studio with a soul, FIFTH SEASON is proud to be an anti-racist and feminist company, focused on leaving the entertainment business better than we found it. We empower freedom and ownership, delivering the expertise of a big studio with the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity of a start-up. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and exciting industry. The ideal candidate is driven and hungry to learn and wants to be in the trenches of the entertainment industry. If you meet the above requirements and are excited about this opportunity, we invite you to apply.

Role Summary: At FIFTH SEASON we’re on a mission to change the world through groundbreaking entertainment. We’re a team of superstars, passionate about creating innovative and compelling content that captivates audiences around the globe. This role is instrumental in tracking internal rights, building relationships with internal stakeholders and third-party producers, and sourcing and evaluating submission materials. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Acquisitions leads to ensure projects are both editorially and commercially appealing, with a focus on global sales potential.

Role Responsibilities:

• Track all projects from US & UK Studio within the Acquisitions division.
• Support Acquisitions team leads tracking projects from their respective partner and third party producers globally.
• Maintain assets in the Rightsline deal management system.
• Manage and oversee Airtable submissions database on behalf of the Acquisitions team.
• In tandem with other Acquisitions team leads, build and foster relationships with third-party producers.
• Source and evaluate submission materials (treatments, scripts, finance plans) and provide detailed feedback and recommendations.
• Provide detailed coverage for scripted projects and contribute to ad-hoc projects as needed.
• Work with Acquisitions team leads to make projects editorially and commercially appealing.
• Oversee life cycle of projects where appropriate, ensuring continuous producer management.
• Oversee Producer Feedback sales reports.
• Conduct research to identify new market and distribution trends.
• Collaborate with Acquisitions and Finance to create templates for sales estimates and ROI modeling.
• Ensure timely provision of financial numbers by Sales.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in acquisitions and distribution, with a successful track record in a client-facing role.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with experience crafting high-standard sales pitches and presentations.
• Highly organized and efficient, with strong administrative skills and the ability to manage large amounts of data.
• Familiarity with the global unscripted and scripted TV landscapes and current industry trends.
• Knowledge of programme financing and key industry personnel, with the ability to initiate and maintain relationships with top production companies.
• A deep understanding and passion for entertainment content.
• Ability to manage workload in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage key stakeholders internally, providing frequent support for senior members of the business when required.
• Initiative and willingness to take risks and think creatively.
• A can-do attitude with ambition to progress within the global TV and content industry.
• Proficient in clear oral and written communication, fostering collaboration across organizational levels, global offices, and worldwide time zones.
• Entrepreneurially minded and thrives in fast-paced environments, adept at proactively navigating change and driving creative solutions.
• Overcomes challenges with grit, embracing change as an opportunity for growth.