Partner Strategy Operations Manager Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

Thank you for considering the Franchise Strategy & Operations Manager role with Moonbug Entertainment, an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere to laugh, learn and grow.  The company is behind some of the biggest kids' entertainment brands in the world including CoComelon and Blippi. Moonbug believes every child should have access to our entertaining and enriching content, which is why our shows are available on more than 150 video platforms globally including Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and YouTube Kids. Moonbug is also a global leader in pre-school music and audio experiences, available on 100+ audio platforms globally. Moonbug brands extend far beyond the screen to include streaming music, toys, games, books, live events, and even theme park exhibits.  

Moonbug is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises. By bringing together elite talent operating at the intersection of content, community, and commerce, it helps to position leading entertainment businesses for accelerated, sustainable growth in the current market and beyond. 

This role reports onsite in our Los Angeles, CA office full time. 

We are looking for a Franchise Strategy & Operations Manager to join our team. This is a critical new hire that will serve as the strategic engine for our largest global brands, including CoComelon and Blippi. Working closely with the General Manager and Associate GMs, you will play a critical role in setting franchise and content plans, evaluating new business opportunities, and managing execution of key cross-functional initiatives. This role is designed for a high-impact professional who can balance multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment. 

• Support the day-to-day franchise planning and content strategy processes, ensuring all workstreams are aligned with long-term brand goals.
• Assess the global kids' content landscape to identify and advise the GM and Associate GMs on high-value whitespace opportunities.
• Analyze and recommend new business opportunities, content collaborations, and brand extensions; partner closely with the Brand Partnerships and Consumer Products teams to transition these strategic recommendations into actionable commercial deals.
• Support the GM team on growth strategy project management, acting as a key driver for high-level meetings, presentations, and strategic models.
• Develop clear, data-driven business cases for major investments, such as feature film sequels, international expansion, and new series development.
• Create high-impact executive presentations and financial models that synthesize internal and external data to support strategic decision-making.
• Partner with the Data & Insights team to track content and franchise performance, identifying emerging trends and providing actionable recommendations to the leadership team.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in strategy or operations within the entertainment industry or at a top-tier strategy consulting firm.
• Proven track record of aligning diverse stakeholders across complex, cross-functional environments.
• Mastery of slide design and financial modeling; you have a proven ability to turn complex data into simple, persuasive narratives.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to look at the "big picture" of a franchise while maintaining rigorous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to support and influence a senior leadership team.
• Proactive project management skills, with the ability to drive multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously.
• A passion for the business of entertainment and a desire to shape the future of global kids' franchises.

Benefits

• Base Compensation Range: 90,000 - 120,000 annually
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources
• and more!