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# Manager, Local Media Distribution and Affiliate Operations at MLB Network

- **Company:** MLB Network
- **Location:** New York, NY
- **Posted:** 2026-01-23
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mlbnetwork/jobs/7561095

## Job description

MLB/MLB Network’s Content Distribution team is responsible for the distribution and monetization of MLB’s local rights, Direct-to-Consumer products, and MLB/NHL Network across both traditional and digital platforms. We are seeking a candidate at the Manager level at MLB Network to lead and support distribution of MLB Media’s growing portfolio of MLB club rights from both a strategic/deal execution and operational perspective. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in structuring and executing linear and digital distribution deals across both traditional and virtual MVPDs, along with media operations experience.

Responsibilities:

- Working closely with other members of the Content Distribution team to develop MLB’s ongoing strategy with respect to local rights distribution, including creation of executive-level presentations and research.
- Preparation of deal materials leading up to and throughout key renewals.
- Negotiation and execution of linear distribution agreements with traditional and virtual MVPDs.
- Ongoing fulfillment and support of existing partnerships.
- Day-to-day management of assigned corporate and all regional MVPD accounts.
- Source new business and distribution opportunities.
- Foster and maintain relationships with marketing/ad sales contacts and decision-makers at corporate, region, division and system levels.
- Provide analytical support for senior executive team.
- Strategically develop and execute local ad sales and corporate promotional programs and campaigns to help affiliates maximize value from network.
- Serve as primary affiliate operations backup/support for various MLB local media, MLB Network and NHL Network functions, including: blackouts/regionalization, preparation of internal/external blackout communication, launch authorizations, Strike Zone, Video On Demand, TV Everywhere, digital/virtual distribution, etc.
- Work closely with affiliates to help leverage the partnership and maximize promotion, tune-in and awareness of MLB local clubs, MLB Network and NHL Network.
- Represent company effectively and travel extensively to perform assigned functions at trade shows, conferences, baseball/hockey games, etc.
- Other such duties as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

- A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in virtual/traditional MVPD partnerships and marketing, sports media, and/or media operations is required.
- Ability to work in Secaucus, NJ and New York City, NY.
- Experience in local/RSN linear rights negotiations with traditional and virtual MVPDs.
- Strong understanding of and experience with deal structuring within the linear local sports media landscape.
- Prior experience and working knowledge of legal contracts and ability to successful negotiate deals to completion.
- Strong industry relationships built over years of partner management and deal negotiations.
- Candidate must be proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must possess a high level of attention to detail and superior follow up skills.
- Must be available evenings and weekends as necessary.
- Individual must work well in a dynamic environment and be able to recommend and implement process improvements.
- Demonstrate the tact, diplomacy, decisiveness, and superior people skills required in the pressurized environment of the live sports media industry.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a demanding, fast-paced, high-exposure environment.
- Ability to organize and schedule work effectively.
- Ability to work well independently and under time constraints.
- Strong leadership experience.
- Curious businessperson with the ability to develop creative solutions.
- Great teammate with strong project management and organizational skills.
- Positive can-do attitude with demonstrated creativity, initiative and persistence.
- Ability to persuade and resolve problems in a professional manner.
- Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally as needed.
- Must possess excellent analytical and communication skills.
- Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location.

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance or related field is required; MBA/JD preferred.

Position Reports to:

- Vice President, Affiliate Sales and Marketing

Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00

As a candidate for this position, your salary and related aspects of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, skills, and any other factors MLB Network considers relevant to the hiring decision. In addition to your salary, MLB Network believes in providing a competitive benefits package for its employees.

Top MLB Network Perks & Benefits:

- Exceptional Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
- Company Contributed 401K Plan
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Family Leave Benefits
- Commuter Benefits
- Discounts at MLB Store | MLBShop.com
- Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- Training & Development Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement

Why MLB Network?

MLB Network is the ultimate television destination for baseball fans, with studios located in Secaucus, N.J., just minutes from New York City. Featuring live regular season game telecasts, original programming, highlights, insights and analysis from the best in the business, MLB Network produces baseball content for delivery to multiple media platforms. Cutting-edge technology is used to create MLB Network's Emmy Award-winning programming via roles in live studio and remote production, operations, engineering, media management, creative services, social media and others.

MLB Network is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. We also only consider qualified applicants’ criminal histories when required by legal requirements.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email us at MLBNHR@mlb.com. Requests received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

Are you ready to Step Up to the Plate? Apply below!

## About MLB Network

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Spectator Sports / Sports Media & Broadcasting
- **Target customers**: Baseball fans in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Philippines. Distributed via cable, satellite, telco, and direct-to-consumer streaming.
- **Mission or purpose**: To be the ultimate content platform for baseball fans, providing live games, expert analysis, and original programming year-round.

## Products & Services
- **MLB Network (TV channel)**: A 24/7 cable/satellite channel featuring live regular-season games, Spring Training games, and special events. Signature show is “MLB Tonight,” an Emmy Award-winning nightly studio program with live look-ins, highlights, and analysis.
- **MLB Network Streaming (Direct-to-Consumer)**: Available as a standalone subscription or bundled with MLB.tv, offering the same content without a traditional pay-TV subscription.
- **Original Programming**: Shows such as “Hot Stove” (offseason morning show), documentaries, and studio specials produced in four high-tech studios (Studio 3, Studio K, Studio 21, Studio 42).
- **MLB Network Radio**: A sister audio channel on SiriusXM.
- **NHL Network**: Managed by MLB Advanced Media since 2015 and co-located in the same Secaucus facility.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed (privately held; MLB Network is a division of Major League Baseball)
- **Key Metric**: Available to approximately 31 million pay-TV households in the U.S. as of November 2023 (down from a peak of 71 million in 2013). The network also reaches international audiences via distribution deals.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Major League Baseball (67.01% ownership), TNT Sports (16.67%), Charter Communications (5.44%), Cox Communications (5.44%), NBC Sports Group (5.44%).
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 9.3% year-over-year to 611 employees; 12 active job postings as of mid-2026; expanding direct-to-consumer distribution; strong alumni pipeline to/from other major sports networks (ESPN, NBC Sports, FOX Sports, etc.).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Exclusive content rights**: Unmatched access to MLB games, archives, players, and league events, making it the only network with comprehensive live baseball coverage.
- **State-of-the-art production facilities**: Four purpose-built studios (including a replica baseball field in Studio 42) with advanced robotic cameras, augmented reality, and high-resolution LED displays.
- **Deep talent pool**: Attracts experienced sports media professionals from NBC, ESPN, FOX, CBS, and the NBA/NFL networks.
- **Year-round programming**: “MLB Tonight” airs 365 days a year, maintaining audience engagement even during the offseason.

## Strategic Focus
- **Direct-to-consumer expansion**: Growing the standalone streaming offering to offset traditional pay-TV subscriber declines.
- **Technology modernization**: Investing in cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and advanced graphics/AR capabilities (as seen in job postings for Infrastructure DevOps Engineer and Vizrt/React skills).
- **International reach**: Broadening distribution in Latin America, Europe, and Asia.
- **Content diversification**: Producing more original series, documentaries, and digital-first content to attract younger viewers.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: A collaborative environment at the intersection of sports, media, and technology. Employees have access to cutting-edge broadcast equipment and work alongside industry veterans.
- **Work policy**: Based in Secaucus, NJ (with a NYC satellite office). Many roles are on-site due to the nature of live production, but some hybrid/freelance positions exist.
- **Notable perks/engineering culture**: Hands-on work with advanced robotics, AR graphics, and cloud-native tools (Terraform, GitHub Actions, Snowflake, Python). The company provides training on proprietary systems and encourages cross-functional collaboration.
- **Growth trajectory**: Headcount growing ~9% annually; frequent internal promotions and movement across MLB’s broader ecosystem.

## Sources
1. [mlb.com](https://www.mlb.com/network/about) – About MLB Network
2. [mlb.com](https://www.mlb.com/careers/mlb-network) – MLB Network careers page
3. [greenhouse.io](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/mlbnetwork?gh_src=65f930101us) – Active job listings at MLB Network
4. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mlb-network) – MLB Network LinkedIn profile (company details, headcount, tech stack)
5. [wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MLB_Network) – Background and ownership structure (inferred from search snippet, but not directly cited; primary sources above suffice)

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