Job description

Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance. Our vision is to build a thriving entertainment ecosystem where stories and worlds are imagined, brought to life and experienced. We create for every age and audience, anchored by the strength of our content and experiences and the depth of our connection with fans. We are creator-first, audience-focused, tech-forward, globally scaled. Here, you’ll work with talented teams that move fast, think boldly and collaborate with purpose to deliver results. We aim high, champion the best ideas and win together, earning the trust of our employees, creators, partners and audiences every day. If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO! Overview: As Partnership Manager, Programmatic Partnerships, you'll team up with Paramount's core DSP, SSP, and platform partner leads to grow our TV programmatic business! You will own the relationships with technical and analytical contacts at our DSP and SSP programmatic partners. You'll also own the relationships at our platform/distribution partners (e.g., Roku, Samsung, Amazon Fire TV) and mediation platforms like SpringServe, Publica, etc. You'll work across all of these groups to boost value — and revenue — across our partner ecosystem. You'll also be the go-between for our key product and ops teams. In this role, you'll turn partner and market feedback into clear plans. Our ideal candidate is decisive and blends great relationship skills with deep CTV programmatic know-how and a love of data to guide every partnership decision! Responsibilities: • Team up with Paramount's DSP, SSP, and platform partner leads to align on strategy and drive shared priorities across the programmatic business. • Own the relationships with technical and analytical contacts at our DSP and SSP programmatic partners and at our platform/distribution partners, handling both day-to-day needs and long-term planning. • Help manage the relationships with mediation platforms (e.g., SpringServe, Publica, etc.), and keep integrations running smoothly. • Serve as the main link to our product and ops teams, sharing partner feedback that helps shape roadmaps and requirements. • Track how our programmatic partners perform — SSP performance, demand quality, fill rates, CPMs, win rates, and revenue contribution — to shape partnership strategy and get the most value from every partner. • Work with our internal monetization teams on bidding trends, pricing, and deal strategy to find new ways to optimize and grow revenue across the partner ecosystem. • Review new programmatic and platform partners and integrations, and bring clear, data-backed recommendations to go/no-go decisions. • Stay current on industry trends (identity, signal loss, SPO, curation, measurement) to inform partner strategy. Basic Qualifications: • 3-5 years in programmatic advertising, ad tech, or partnerships, with CTV/video experience and a track record managing outside partner relationships (DSPs, SSPs, and/or distribution platforms). • SQL proficiency required; Python/R a plus. • Experience with CTV/video ad servers and mediation platforms (e.g., SpringServe, Publica) and SSPs (Magnite, PubMatic, Index Exchange, OpenX). • Strong knowledge of DSPs, header bidding, OpenRTB, deal IDs, SSAI, and SPO. • A proven approach to managing both technical and analytical relationships with programmatic and platform partners to drive real business results. • Experience with BI tools (Looker, Tableau, Power BI) is a plus, since you'll work closely with our internal yield and analytics teams. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to win over both technical and non-technical people inside Paramount and at partner organizations. • Strong project management skills across multiple partners and priorities. About Skydance Skydance is a next-generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct-to-Consumer, and TV Media. Skydance's portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount, Warner Bros., HBO and HBO Max, Paramount+, Pluto TV, CBS, CNN, CBS Sports, TNT Sports, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, MTV, Food Network, BET, HGTV, and Comedy Central. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hiring Salary Range: $93,000.00 - 120,000.00. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing compensation, or a range thereof, for roles where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, external market data, internal equity, skill set, experience, training, education, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. This position is eligible to earn sales incentive compensation. What We Offer : • Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here . • Generous paid time off. • Complimentary subscriptions to HBO Max, Paramount+, and other Skydance streaming services and digital news products. • Robust employee engagement opportunities, including access to exclusive screenings and events, speaker series, volunteer activities and more. Skydance is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) We embrace the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit. In line with the laws of the country or region in which the role is based, this includes consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religion or belief, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or protected veteran status, union status or any other category protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation during the job application and/or recruitment process. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

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Storytelling is, and will always be, the heart of what we do at Skydance.
If you’re energized by the opportunity to help build the next-generation global media and entertainment company powered by creativity and technology, we’d be thrilled to welcome you aboard. LET’S GO!
Team up with Paramount's DSP, SSP, and platform partner leads to align on strategy and drive shared priorities across the programmatic business.
Own the relationships with technical and analytical contacts at our DSP and SSP programmatic partners and at our platform/distribution partners, handling both day-to-day needs and long-term planning.
Help manage the relationships with mediation platforms (e.g., SpringServe, Publica, etc.), and keep integrations running smoothly.
Serve as the main link to our product and ops teams, sharing partner feedback that helps shape roadmaps and requirements.
Track how our programmatic partners perform — SSP performance, demand quality, fill rates, CPMs, win rates, and revenue contribution — to shape partnership strategy and get the most value from every partner.
Work with our internal monetization teams on bidding trends, pricing, and deal strategy to find new ways to optimize and grow revenue across the partner ecosystem.
Review new programmatic and platform partners and integrations, and bring clear, data-backed recommendations to go/no-go decisions.
Stay current on industry trends (identity, signal loss, SPO, curation, measurement) to inform partner strategy.
3-5 years in programmatic advertising, ad tech, or partnerships, with CTV/video experience and a track record managing outside partner relationships (DSPs, SSPs, and/or distribution platforms).
Experience with CTV/video ad servers and mediation platforms (e.g., SpringServe, Publica) and SSPs (Magnite, PubMatic, Index Exchange, OpenX).
Strong knowledge of DSPs, header bidding, OpenRTB, deal IDs, SSAI, and SPO.
A proven approach to managing both technical and analytical relationships with programmatic and platform partners to drive real business results.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to win over both technical and non-technical people inside Paramount and at partner organizations.
Strong project management skills across multiple partners and priorities.

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SQL proficiency required; Python/R a plus.
Experience with BI tools (Looker, Tableau, Power BI) is a plus, since you'll work closely with our internal yield and analytics teams.

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