Director, Global Rights Strategy & Partnerships

Summary of Position

Lionsgate Canada is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director, Global Rights Strategy & Partnerships to oversee the evaluation, acquisition, and management of third-party film and television library content. This role will play a critical part in shaping Lionsgate’s content portfolio by identifying opportunities, negotiating deals, and ensuring smooth integration of acquired assets into our business operations. The Director will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to maximize the value of our 20,000+ title library and support revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, evaluation, and prioritization of third-party film and TV library acquisitions and renewals.
• Oversee title review processes, ensuring alignment with company objectives and sales opportunities.
• Partner with Sales to analyze content performance and forecast potential revenue impact of acquisitions.
• Manage deal negotiations with distributors, studios, and rights holders.
• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Rights Management, and Royalties teams to structure, close, and operationalize agreements.
• Oversee the ingestion and integration of acquired content into company systems and workflows.
• Provide clear and timely communication of acquisition outcomes and strategic updates to Sales and other relevant teams.
• Monitor industry trends, market shifts, and competitor activity to inform acquisition strategy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Media, or related field (MBA or equivalent an asset).
• 8+ years of progressive experience in content acquisition, distribution, or related roles in the film/TV/media industry.
• Strong understanding of distribution models, content sales, and rights management.
• Proven experience structuring and negotiating complex licensing and acquisition deals.
• Solid financial acumen with the ability to conduct deal and revenue analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with a proven ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Established industry relationships with content owners, distributors, and studios is an asset.

About Lionsgate Canada

Lionsgate Canada is a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award-winning content and a massive film and television library. It has a rich legacy of producing high-quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From global blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan-favourite content across a vast catalogue, including a diverse portfolio of Quebec films via Les Films Seville.

Our Benefits

• Taking care: competitive health and dental coverage plus dedicated Health Spending Account 
• Investment in your future: Group RRSP with employer match
• Be inspired: regular film screenings and opportunities to get involved in industry events

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion within our work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.