Partnership Director, Programmatic Partnerships

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: #WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in? We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the powerto achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. The Director of Platform Partnerships – is a senior revenue-driving role responsible for owning and growing Paramount's strategic relationships across the buy‑side landscape within programmatic. This leader will be accountable for securing and expanding key DSP accounts, closing high‑impact deals, and delivering revenue growth across Paramount's programmatic sales channels in the CTV marketplace. Drawing on a deep, established network within the streaming TV ecosystem, the Director will serve as one of Paramount's authorities on the programmatic – identifying emerging opportunities, forging new partnerships, and capitalizing on the rapid evolution of CTV advertising. This role carries direct revenue ownership and operates with a high degree of autonomy, interfacing cross‑functionally with Sales, Yield, Operations, Product, and Legal to align programmatic strategy with broader business objectives. Key Responsibilities Own and grow revenue across Paramount's portfolio of DSP partnerships – setting account strategies, closing incremental business, and consistently exceeding revenue targets Serve as the primary executive point of contact for select Paramount's DSP relationships, leading high‑stakes negotiations and securing long‑term partnership commitments Identify, pursue, and close new buy‑side partnerships and incremental revenue streams, leveraging a well‑established network to accelerate deal velocity and expand Paramount's programmatic footprint Drive platform‑level account strategy across all DSP partners, including deal creation, deal optimization, escalation resolution, and collateral documentation Act as a senior advisor to Paramount's programmatic sales teams, championing DSP capabilities and best practices to maximize sell‑through and revenue yield Develop and maintain authoritative knowledge resources and strategic guidance documents supporting buy‑side activations across Paramount's sales organization Own executive‑level revenue reporting dashboards and trend analysis across DSP partnerships, translating insights into actionable growth strategies Lead strategic initiatives in partnership with the VPs on Platform Partnership team, including priority product rollouts and go‑to‑market strategies designed to sharpen Paramount's competitive position Leverage deep expertise in the CTV landscape to advise on market positioning, identify whitespace opportunities, and guide internal stakeholders on the direction of programmatic demand Collaborate with internal Yield, Product, and Operations teams to architect scalable solutions and processes that support continued partner growth What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a proven revenue generator and relationship builder with deep roots in the programmatic advertising ecosystem and a commanding understanding of the CTV landscape. This individual brings an established network of senior DSP contacts and a track record of closing meaningful business and securing strategic accounts. They are equally comfortable negotiating enterprise‑level deals and advising internal stakeholders on market dynamics. Beyond commercial acumen, this leader is a credible industry voice – someone who understands where CTV programmatic is headed and can position Paramount advantageously ahead of market shifts. They combine strategic vision with executional rigor, and thrive in a high‑ownership environment where impact is directly tied to revenue outcomes. Basic Qualifications 10+ years of progressive experience in Ad Tech or programmatic advertising, with meaningful tenure in a revenue‑generating or partnership leadership capacity Demonstrated track record of closing business, securing strategic accounts, and delivering against revenue targets within the programmatic or CTV ecosystem Bachelor's Degree Additional Qualifications: Robust, senior‑level network across DSPs, SSPs, agencies, and the broader buy‑side ecosystem; ability to open doors and accelerate deal cycles through established relationships Deep, nuanced understanding of the CTV advertising landscape – including inventory dynamics, measurement frameworks, identity solutions, and the competitive DSP/SSP environment Expert‑level knowledge of Demand Side Platform operations, including campaign execution, deal structures, private marketplace mechanics, and buy‑side optimization strategies Highly organized, proactive, and accountable; able to manage a complex portfolio of partners and initiatives without sacrificing quality or responsiveness Strong analytical capabilities, with proficiency in Excel, Google Collaborative Apps, and experience extracting data from databases using SQL Exceptional communicator and executive presence; adept at telling compelling stories with data and influencing senior audiences across both internal and external stakeholder groups Proven ability to independently identify, pursue, and close new lines of business with a high level of initiative and commercial drive

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Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the U.S. television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hiring Salary Range: $160,000.00 - 200,000 +70% Sales Incentive Bonus. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. 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. An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams. Opportunities for both on‑site and virtual engagement events. Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace. Explore life at Paramount: Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on‑screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or by sending an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Paramount Pictures