HEAD OF ACQUISITIONS
REPORTS TO
Director of Programming
THE SYNOPSIS
Narrative Entertainment is the UK’s largest independent TV broadcaster, with a portfolio spanning Movies, Entertainment and Children’s TV. We operate across linear broadcast channels (GREAT! and POP Networks), AVOD apps and a range of FAST (Free Ad-Supported TV) channels on major platforms.
At Narrative, we’re passionate about delivering outstanding entertainment to audiences through a carefully curated portfolio of content. Our Programming team plays a vital role in shaping our channels and platforms, ensuring we acquire the right content to engage viewers and support the continued growth of our business.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a driven and commercially minded Head of Acquisitions to lead the execution of our content acquisitions activity across broadcast and streaming.
Reporting directly to the Director of Programming, this role is the engine behind bringing our acquired content slate to life- turning programming strategy into signed deals and successfully delivered content.
This is a hands-on role within a small, agile business where you will have genuine ownership, influence and the opportunity to make a significant commercial impact.
SCENE BY SCENE
Content Acquisition & Deals
- Source and evaluate content opportunities across all genres, identifying material that aligns with the programming direction set by the Director of Programming
- Lead all aspects of deal negotiation, including financial analysis and forecasting, license terms, rights structures and contract drafting in collaboration with the Legal team
- Oversee the full acquisition lifecycle, ensuring all content is successfully contracted, delivered and cleared for broadcast and streaming
Relationships & Partnerships
- Build and manage strategic relationships with distributors, studios, production companies and international partners to develop a strong and diverse content pipeline
- Represent Narrative Entertainment at industry markets, events and screenings to maintain strong market awareness and identify new acquisition opportunities
Portfolio Management & Performance
- Manage the acquisitions budget, ensuring effective allocation of spend across genres and platforms while reporting financial performance to the Director of Programming
- Track and evaluate content performance using audience data, ratings and commercial insight to inform future acquisition decisions and renewal discussions
- Work collaboratively with Programming, Marketing, Operations, Finance and Legal teams to manage content inventory, communicate deal information and ensure seamless delivery to air
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity and industry developments, providing recommendations and insight to support the wider content strategy
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