Senior Director, Sports Rights & Content Strategy
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Senior Director, Sports Rights & Content Strategy
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walt disney companyBel Air (MD)
SENIORITY
Manager
About the role
ESPN is seeking a Sr Director, Programming Business Affairs to lead sports rights acquisition, licensing, and rights management across ESPN and TWDC. This executive will negotiate major rights, guide cross‑functional teams, and optimize content value across platforms.
The role requires senior leadership, deep sports media knowledge, and a proven ability to align contractual obligations with business strategy, driving growth and efficiency within a complex media ecosystem.
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