Branch Manager, Theatrical Sales

Job Description: The Branch Manager position formally reports to the EVP, General Sales Manager, providing theatrical sales and booking services for the Universal Pictures slate of films.

Essential Responsibilities: Sell and book first‑run Universal film titles to national, regional, and independent exhibitors. Provide information and expertise about dedicated regional circuits to the broader distribution organization. Analyze industry trends and interpret data to aid in targeting theatres for each release. Secure premium screens for Universal films. Communicate film rental and policy to exhibitors. Coordinate with Print Control for the trafficking of all release and pre‑release screenings, ensuring proper print type delivery to exhibition. Negotiate weekly holdovers with exhibition, following policy and delivering against established targets. Partner closely with Accounts Receivables to collect film rental from exhibition. Collect missing box office reports as needed. Maintain theater data, including screen counts, formats, and seat counts.

Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in the sales distribution industry or buying experience required. Proven negotiation skills. Willingness to work evenings and weekends with short notice.

Desired Characteristics: Experience working in theatrical distribution. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related fields. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment. Comfortable working as a team as well as independently. Strong attention to detail. Able to meet strict deadlines. Resourceful problem solver.

Hybrid: This position is designated as hybrid, requiring presence in the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in‑office requirements at any time.

Benefits: This position is eligible for company‑sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of discounts and perks. Equal Employment Opportunity NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. Fair Chance Hiring NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, arrests or conviction records in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable. Accommodation for Disability If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.