Manager, Film Distribution

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Job Description

Be Part of the IMAX Experience.

For more than 50 years, IMAX has been a global leader in entertainment technology, redefining how stories are experienced on the world’s biggest screens. Our mission is to power awe-inspiring experiences for audiences around the world.

Our people make everything we do possible. We’re curious, creative, and driven by the belief that great work happens when people are trusted, heard, and supported. At IMAX, you’ll collaborate with purpose in an environment that values innovation, diverse perspectives, and learning at every stage.

We invest in people and empower them to thrive. Our culture is grounded in trust and shaped by a shared belief that our best work happens together. By championing curiosity and encouraging courageous thinking, we push the limits of imagination and create experiences that redefine what’s possible. Careers here are shaped with intention, achievements are shared, and people always come first.

With our global team spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, IMAX brings together proprietary software, world-class architecture, and cutting-edge technology with deep industry expertise. Together, we partner with leading filmmakers and studios, advance entertainment technology, and connect audiences around the world to The IMAX Experience.

Come explore IMAX and create what inspires.

Ignite your future with IMAX.

About The Role

The Manager, Film Distribution is responsible for executing IMAX’s film distribution strategy across assigned markets, with a focus on maximizing IMAX screen utilization, box office performance, and studio/exhibitor partnerships.

This role serves as the primary point of contact for studios, exhibitors and internal IMAX departments, serving as the key conduit to share information regarding IMAX programming across the domestic landscape.

The position balances film slate planning, market analysis, studio relations, and operational execution, ensuring alignment between all internal and external parties involved.

What You'll Do

Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication

• Serve as the day-to-day film distribution contact for IMAX theaters across North America
• Build and maintain strong relationships with theatrical exhibitors and studio distribution and marketing teams
• Provide regular and frequent internal and external communication to North American exhibitors, distributors and IMAX counterparts regarding IMAX programming commitments and logistical needs
• Act as escalation point for exhibitor or studio distribution issues
  
  

Reporting, Analysis & Insights

• Participate in the compilation and analysis of box office reports, indexing, and competitive grids
• Maintain and review programming, ticket pricing, and showtime data by title and market
• Partner with the Data & Analytics team to provide clear, actionable reporting on market conditions and performance trends
• Prepare and distribute regular designated reporting related to slate planning, advance sales, theater closures, etc.
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Film, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum 3-4 years of film distribution, theatrical exhibition, or entertainment industry experience
• Strong knowledge of theatrical distribution, release strategies, and PLF markets
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with distribution studios and theatrical exhibitors
• Highly detail oriented and organized
• Strong presentation and executive communication skills
  
  

Position Status

Existing Vacancy

This job posting reflects a current vacancy within the organization. The position is active, approved, and intended to be filled as part of our staffing needs.

Hiring Range

$75,599.00 - $108,000.00 (per year) Final pay within this range will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and the geographic location of the role. Additional non-discretionary compensation may apply where eligible.

At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.

For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

In accordance with Ontario’s pay transparency requirements, candidates will be informed when they are no longer under consideration for this position. Communication regarding application status may be provided through email or through your online applicant profile (if applicable).

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.

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