VP, Brand Management - Entertainment

Who We Are Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading sports, media, entertainment and lifestyle platform. As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved intellectual property in the world, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all of its stakeholders.   A digital-first, asset-light platform, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce and technology. It brings brands to life and cultivates fandom through powerful storytelling, premium content and unforgettable live experiences. Together with nearly 2,000 best-in-class licensing partners across 150 countries and an expansive distribution network, Authentic’s brands drive more than $38 billion in annual systemwide retail sales worldwide. Why Authentic You’ll be able to access the resources and scale, while leveraging innovative technology and nimble environment. What we’re saying is, this isn’t your average day job. If you’re hungry to drive ideas into action and own your career, let’s chat. Our team is rapidly innovating to evolve and define the future of our brands. With the help of some of the brightest minds in retail, marketing, licensing, legal and more, we are building the intersection of digital and experiential marketing to help achieve that mission. We reimagine, evolve and transform brands! At Authentic, we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and expertise drive competitive advantage. Our global teams are built by go-getters who contribute unique perspectives and push the boundaries of creativity and innovation. Headquartered in New York City, Authentic has offices in major metropolitan cities including Los Angeles and Miami, as well as Toronto, Mexico City, London, and Shanghai.What You’ll Do As VP, Brand Management you’ll be responsible for helping manage and lead the direction of Authentic’s Entertainment brands ensuring their continual growth and viability in the EMEAI market. You’ll lead and oversee relationships with licensees ensuring that they are equipped and prepared to deliver on the brand vision, all of which drives achievement of financial targets. What You’ll Be Working On Drive Brand Performance Engage, inspire and galvanize the organisation around the brand vision, position and strategies so licensees are clear in bringing them to life in their areas of functional expertise. Participate in supporting Brand Annual Operating Plan development, providing analytical, forecasting and strategic planning support. Recognise and communicate patterns and date-driven insights. Analyse category, brand, channel and customer dynamics. In collaboration with key internal partners, drive the vision, position, and architecture of your brands. Leverage all brand components to drive awareness, growth and financial performance. Manage and coordinate brand activity across the various functions including business development, marketing, PR, and other functions, as needed. Maintain brand integrity across product ...