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How much do film distribution assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for film distribution assistant in the United States is $48,396.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $48,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a film distribution assistant?

To thrive as a Film Distribution Assistant, you need a strong understanding of the film industry, organizational skills, and typically a background in film studies, media, or business. Familiarity with film distribution software, database management tools, and platforms like Microsoft Excel is commonly required. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask are crucial soft skills for success in this fast-paced role. These skills ensure smooth coordination between distributors, exhibitors, and marketing teams, helping films efficiently reach their intended audiences.

What are some common challenges faced by film distribution assistants, and how can they effectively manage them?

Film Distribution Assistants often juggle multiple tasks such as coordinating release schedules, managing promotional materials, and communicating with exhibitors. One common challenge is handling tight deadlines, especially when dealing with last-minute changes in release plans or marketing campaigns. Staying organized, developing strong communication skills, and being adaptable to shifting priorities are key to managing these pressures. Additionally, building good relationships with team members and external partners can help streamline workflows and resolve issues efficiently.

What does a film distribution assistant do?

A Film Distribution Assistant supports the distribution team in getting films to theaters, streaming platforms, and other outlets. Their responsibilities often include coordinating logistics, managing release schedules, preparing promotional materials, and communicating with distributors and sales agents. They help ensure that films reach their intended audiences on time and in compliance with contract requirements. This role is essential for the smooth operation of the film release process and involves a mix of administrative, marketing, and communication tasks.
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Infographic showing various Film Distribution Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,396 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Manager, Content Strategy & Library Management

Lionsgate

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Lionsgate rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Summary of Position
The Manager, Content Strategy & Library Management drives the global coordination and commercial optimization of the studio's film and television library. This role ensures priority titles are fully enabled, strategically positioned, and optimized across all platforms and windows. The Manager will partner closely with the SVP, Content Strategy & Library Management, and act as a central point of accountability for title prioritization, franchise lifecycle planning, slate readiness, metadata accuracy, and cross-functional alignment across Sales, Research, Marketing, Operations, Production, and Legal.
Responsibilities
  • Key point of contact for all new content coming into the Content Strategy team with a clear understanding of rights, territory profiles and marketing campaigns to assist with go-to-market preparation.
  • Help create internal reference files/deal abstracts for new content opportunities.
  • Meet with the marketing and legal teams on a regular basis to confirm new productions in the pipeline.
  • Present new title opportunities to the sales team and distribute materials for further review.
  • Confirm all content is accurately captured in the Global Release Schedule in a timely manner.
  • Liaise with research to follow what's trending in the current marketplace, identifying similarly aligned content in the Lionsgate catalog for opportunistic sales.
  • Track strategic titles from the acquisitions team including renewals and buyouts.
  • Partner with Rights Management to confirm data accuracy in avails platform.
  • Manage library content by identifying key opportunities for sales based on drafting, anniversaries, seasonality, data and research.
  • Identify priority titles for renewal conversations, aligning with sales strategy, performance trends, and corporate objectives.
  • Identify catalog titles for key art refresh or higher resolution upgrades.
  • Track and communicate contractual obligations to sales teams, including adding notes to avails platform if needed.
  • Support the Global Content Strategy & Planning team on key and/or ad-hoc projects.

Qualifications and Skills
  • 5+ years of experience in television or film distribution, sales, content strategy, sales planning, library management, or related fields.
  • General understanding of global television markets, rights structures, windowing strategies, and platform dynamics (Linear, SVOD, AVOD, FAST, Digital).
  • Must possess the ability to effectively multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced/dynamic environment.
  • Highly motivated with an aptitude to learn quickly, take accountability for tasks, and proactively anticipate needs.
  • Proven ability to work with large cross-functional teams and organizations.
  • Excellent organization, note taking, and attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy, quality, and timeliness.

Additional Requirements
This position requires five (5) days per week in office.
About Lionsgate
Lionsgate (NYSE: LION) is one of the world's leading standalone, pure play, publicly traded content companies. It brings together diversified motion picture and television production and distribution businesses, a world-class portfolio of valuable brands and franchises, a talent management and production powerhouse and a more than 20,000-title film and television library, all driven by the studio's bold and entrepreneurial culture.
Business Unit Overview
Lionsgate Television
Lionsgate's Television Group is a leading supplier of premium programming to buyers around the world. With a rich history of acclaimed television series such as Mad Men, Weeds, Nurse Jackie, Orange is the New Black, Nashville and The Studio, Lionsgate Television series have earned 396 Emmy Award nominations and 47 Emmys. Lionsgate's Television Group includes nearly 100 series spanning 40+ networks from Lionsgate Television, Lionsgate Alternative Television, Lionsgate Worldwide Television Distribution, 3 Arts Entertainment and Debmar-Mercury.
Our Benefits
  • Full Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Work/Life Balance - generous sick days, vacation days, holidays, and Impact Day
  • 401(k) company matching

Compensation
$80,000 - $90,000
EEO Statement
Lionsgate is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws. In addition, Lionsgate will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Lionsgate will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

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