About this role
Amazon MGM Studios is the movie development and production arm of Amazon. Now available in more than 240 countries and territories, Prime Video offers customers the broadest selection of any on-demand video service, including recent theatrical releases Project Hail Mary, Accountant 2, and Challengers. We are seeking a strategic, data-driven professional to join as Sr Manager, Theatrical Distribution & Analytics Strategy. This role is responsible for managing the analytical infrastructure and data intelligence that powers Amazon’s Canadian theatrical distribution strategy—including box office forecasting, predictive modeling, performance reporting, and slate analytics—while also contributing to planning and booking content in theatres. The ideal candidate is a rigorous analyst with deep expertise in business intelligence and data-driven decision-making, coupled with a strong understanding of theatrical distribution and the global film landscape. This position is based in Toronto, Canada, and reports to the Head of International Theatrical Distribution. Key job responsibilities • Own and manage all internal and external box office reporting functions, including pre- and post-release performance tracking, variance analysis, and trend identification across territories • Develop and maintain predictive models and dashboards to forecast film performance, providing actionable insights that optimize in-market execution and long-term strategy • Conduct deep-dive quantitative analysis on theatrical content investments, slate strategy, business planning, and distribution performance; identify sources of variance and recommend corrective actions • Design and execute ad-hoc analytical projects including box office benchmarking, emerging markets performance, regional moviegoing patterns, and competitive landscape assessments • Build and manage a dynamic Canadian box office data and analytics system; gather technical and business requirements, construct project roadmaps, and liaise with technical teams to ensure successful implementation • Author business-driving documents that surface key data insights and provide analytically grounded recommendations for content strategy and go-forward planning • Conduct industry research using quantitative and qualitative methods to identify box office trends and opportunities that inform movie investment decisions and slate strategy • Support long-term strategic planning for Amazon MGM Studios, including distribution analysis, new business models, and cross-functional opportunities • Manage Exhibitor accounts, book Amazon MGM content with theatrical partners. • Evaluate business development opportunities, growth initiatives, and strategic partnerships for Amazon MGM Studios' theatrical business • Coordinate with international territory sales and operational teams to drive accessibility, box office performance, and profitability, aligning local release strategy with global studio objectives • Build and maintain strategic relationships with territory Sales and Marketing teams, data providers, finance, operations, and other Amazon entertainment portfolio teams • Collaborate across internal Amazon divisions to foster positive relationships, optimize data sharing, and drive strategic projects from concept to execution • Proactively identify key industry trends and assess their impact on international distribution and the broader theatrical landscape