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At ITV, we create content that connects with millions of people every day. From our iconic broadcast channels to our streaming platform, ITVX, our ambition is to bring audiences the very best content across every genre and platform. We’re looking for an Acquisitions Executive to join our Content Acquisitions team, supporting the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of premium content across film, children’s, scripted, and non-scripted programming. As an Acquisitions Executive, you’ll support ITV’s content acquisition activity across both linear and streaming platforms. Working closely with the Content Acquisitions Manager and Head of Acquisitions, you’ll help secure high-quality content for ITV’s channels and ITVX, while building strong working relationships with studios, distributors, and content partners. The role will support content partnerships and pre-buy initiatives, contributing to partner discussions, deal negotiations, and the development of collaborative opportunities that strengthen ITV’s content pipeline across film, series, and children’s programming. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in content acquisitions within a fast-paced, collaborative media environment.
Job Responsibility:
Sourcing and evaluating content opportunities across film, kids, scripted, and non-scripted genres
Supporting licensing, pre-buy, and partnership negotiations with studios, distributors, and content owners
Contributing to partnership discussions and collaborative opportunities with content partners
Monitoring industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging markets
Supporting co-production and pre-buy opportunities, particularly in series and children’s programming
Drafting deal memos and working closely with Legal & Business Affairs on contract terms
Tracking deal delivery, rights exploitation, and internal approvals
Maintaining accurate acquisition, contract, and rights records in internal systems
Building and maintaining relationships with international studios, distributors, and sales agents
Attending markets, festivals, and industry events to support business development
Working closely with Programming, Scheduling, Marketing, Streaming, Legal, Finance, and Press teams to maximise content across platforms
Supporting reports, presentations, and business cases for senior stakeholders
Assisting with pipeline planning and monitoring budgets for assigned projects
Requirements:
Experience in content acquisitions, distribution, or commissioning within a broadcaster, streaming platform, or distributor
Experience negotiating or supporting deals across TVOD and EST windows
Understanding of licensing, rights management, and deal structures
Experience supporting negotiations and working with external partners
Knowledge of linear and streaming content strategies
Strong communication, organisation, and attention to detail
Nice to have:
Experience with co-productions or international content partnerships
Established relationships with studios, distributors, or content partners
Experience attending international markets and festivals
Understanding of children’s and family programming
What we offer:
Flexible working with a range of options
Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
Annual bonus opportunity
Competitive pension contribution
Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life