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Join arenaflex and Shape the Future of Content Valuation
Are you a numbers-driven professional with a passion for media and entertainment? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your analytical skills can make a real impact? arenaflex Diversion TV (DETV) is seeking a talented Senior Analyst, Content Valuation to join our dynamic Content Valuation and Analysis team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in evaluating and securing the value of our extensive TV content library across domestic and international markets.
At arenaflex, we believe that great storytelling has the power to inspire, connect, and transform. As a Senior Analyst, you will be at the heart of ensuring that our incredible content portfolio is properly valued and positioned for success across our direct-to-consumer (DTC) services, including Hulu, Disney+, ESPN+, Star+, and Hotstar. You will work alongside industry-leading professionals from Legal, Work Relations, Finance, Partnerships, Controllership, and Global Content Sales to deliver data-driven insights that shape the future of our content strategy.
This hybrid remote position is based in Burbank, CA, offering you the flexibility to work both remotely and collaborate in person with our talented teams. If you're ready to combine your analytical expertise with your love for television and streaming content, we invite you to apply and become part of something extraordinary at arenaflex.
What You'll Do: Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Analyst, Content Valuation, you will be responsible for supporting the preparation of valuations and delivering critical analytical insights for all DETV content. Your work will directly impact how arenaflex evaluates and prices its vast television content library across global markets. Here's a closer look at what your role entails:
- Develop Sustainable Content Valuation Frameworks: You will establish and maintain distance-based content evaluating methodologies and prepare quarterly close and financial planning forecasts for both scheduled and unscripted content licensed by Hulu and Disney+ internationally. Your analytical frameworks will ensure consistency and accuracy across all content valuation processes.
- Conduct Regional Valuation Analysis: You will consolidate quarterly regional content valuation entries and identify key variation drivers. Your ability to distill complex data into meaningful insights for senior management will be crucial in driving strategic decisions.
- Support Long-Range Planning: Assist with preparing long-range and budget planning forecasts as needed. You will contribute to the financial planning process by providing data-driven recommendations and supporting documentation.
- Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the essential contact to key partners at DTC Finance, Studio Finance, Interests, and Controllership. Building strong, collaborative relationships across all levels of management will be essential to your success.
- Improve Process Efficiencies: Work closely with finance partners to identify and improve process efficiencies and the quality of attributions. Your continuous improvement mindset will help streamline operations and enhance data quality.
- Analyze Complex Data Sets: Curate and organize large volumes of data to reach conclusions and make recommendations that result in meaningful business insights. You will leverage your analytical expertise to transform raw data into actionable intelligence.
- Monitor Content Performance: Regularly track and maintain content performance metrics, including Nielsen ratings, critical review scores, and industry awards, for network and cable primetime programs. Your monitoring will provide valuable insights into content success and areas for improvement.
- Embrace New Challenges: Participate in various ad-hoc projects that will introduce you to new concepts and broaden your understanding of key principles across the spectrum of content distribution and licensing. This role offers continuous learning opportunities in the ever-evolving media landscape.
What We're Looking For: Qualifications & Skills
Required Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you must possess a unique blend of analytical prowess, business acumen, and interpersonal skills. Here's what we're seeking:
- Educational Background: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Self-Motivation and Adaptability: You must be a self-starter who is clever, adaptable, and proactive. You should be willing to contribute wherever needed and thrive in a dynamic, evolving environment.
- Independent Work Style: Experience working under minimal supervision is essential. You should have the ability to scope, identify, and execute value-added cycles and process improvements independently.
- Project Management Expertise: Strong project management skills with the ability to establish objectives, manage multiple priorities, and pivot quickly based on the immediate needs of the business.
- Stakeholder Management: The ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with internal partners and work effectively across all levels of management.
- Data Analysis Proficiency: Experience working with large data sets and analytical tools, with a demonstrated ability to analyze both quantitative and qualitative data.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organization. Strong problem-solving skills, a solid work ethic, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-moving and ambiguous environment are essential.
- Numerical Aptitude: A genuine willingness to work with numbers, perform analysis, and maintain accurate supporting documentation of all work performed.
- Decision-Making Skills: Be open to defending and justifying decisions made and processes implemented, but also be flexible with switching direction when circumstances dictate.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Strong financial modeling skills are required.
- Advanced Excel Skills: Demonstrated knowledge and use of pivot tables and advanced Excel formulas, including INDEX, MATCH, VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, VSTACK, and nested IF statements.
- Industry Passion: A genuine passion for the media industry and television programming. Content licensing experience is a plus but not required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in content valuation, media analytics, or financial analysis within the entertainment or streaming industry.
- Familiarity with DTC platforms such as Hulu, Disney+, ESPN+, Star+, or Hotstar.
- Knowledge of content licensing agreements and international distribution models.
- Experience with data visualization tools beyond Excel, such as Tableau or Power BI.
Why arenaflex: Career Growth & Company Culture
At arenaflex, we know that our greatest asset is our people. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity where every team member has the opportunity to grow and thrive. When you join arenaflex, you become part of a global community that is passionate about storytelling and dedicated to delivering exceptional content experiences to audiences around the world.
Professional Development
We invest in our employees' growth through comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and access to resources that help you advance in your career. As part of the Content Valuation and Analysis team, you will gain invaluable exposure to cross-functional stakeholders and develop a deep understanding of the media industry's financial landscape. This role serves as an excellent foundation for future leadership positions within arenaflex.
Work-Life Balance
Our hybrid work model offers the best of both worlds—flexibility to work remotely while maintaining meaningful in-person collaboration. We understand that life happens, and we strive to create an environment where you can balance your professional and personal commitments effectively.
Inclusive Environment
Diversity and inclusion are at the core of everything we do at arenaflex. We believe that diverse perspectives drive creativity and innovation. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background or identity.
Compensation & Benefits
We are pleased to offer a competitive annual salary of $75,000 for this position, commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition to your base salary, arenaflex provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Retirement savings plans with company matching.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and holidays.
- Parental leave and family support programs.
- Employee discount programs for arenaflex products and services.
- Access to wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
- Professional development funds and tuition reimbursement.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a team that is transforming the media landscape, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Analyst, Content Valuation position at arenaflex. This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary—to contribute your skills, passion, and creativity to a company that is redefining entertainment for generations to come.
Don't miss this opportunity to grow with a global leader in media and entertainment. Apply today and become a valued member of the arenaflex family. We can't wait to see what you'll bring to our team!
Note: This is a hybrid remote position based in Burbank, CA. Candidates must be able to work in the Burbank area as needed for in-person collaboration.