Publishing Manager

The Consumer Products division of Hasbro European Services provides services for the licensing business of Hasbro International Inc.

As Publishing Manager EMEA, you will assist in developing and leading relationships with designated publishing licensees that will produce books and other publishing content (trade, magazines, audio, digital, etc.) utilizing Hasbro-owned intellectual property to generate revenue and expand brand awareness. You will also contribute to the creation and review of original stories and new intellectual properties. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a portfolio of brands spanning all ages and targets, from Peppa Pig to Dungeons & Dragons, across multiple territories.

A day in the life as a Manager for Publishing…

• Optimize Hasbro’s publishing business in the region by developing and supporting designated accounts as well as prospecting new potential business
• Alongside the Global Publishing Team, set strategy and vision for publishing (print & digital)
• Ensure execution of all contractual obligations, product & packaging development, awareness of all brand information, ongoing support and direction to license through frequent written, oral and on-site communication
• Work closely with Product Development Specialists to ensure the evolution of compelling and quality products while maintaining a timeline for creative approvals
• Support our publishers by securing and disseminating creative assets for the product and marketing needs of publishing partners
• Coordinate with publishers and Hasbro Finance department to ensure timely delivery of financial documents, forecasts and royalty payments
• Collaborate with local Licensing and Brand teams to build strong marketing plans to deliver consistent consumer/retail execution and optimize the publishing business
• Keep up to speed with industry trends and developments
• Travel to key accounts and trade shows within the territory & internationally

What you'll bring...

• Bachelors degree in English, Marketing, Media/Communications or related field—required
• Minimum of 5 years in publishing, including experience in licensing and in licensed publishing.
• Subsidiary rights background or familiarity is a strong plus!
• Strong commercial and selling skills
• Experience working with creative teams to develop new product ideas
• Retail knowledge helpful (e.g. mass, trade bookstores, supermarkets and special sales)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation and negotiation capabilities
• Experience working across various international territories
• Creative and strategic thinker
• Ability to influence and facilitate agreement between internal and external business partners, including creative staff, brand leaders, and approval coordinators
• Good multi-tasking skills and ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment

Our Values

• Jump in muddy puddles: Be adventurous and brave in driving our business results while never forgetting we are a company built on play. 
• Knowing is half the battle: Be grounded by a strong command of the facts and work with integrity, resilience and a sense of purpose. Help Hasbro become better while we perform well
• Contribute to the community chest: Support our communities to leave the world, our planet and society a better place for generations to come
• Don’t split the party: Act as one team that supports a unified vision, debate, decide and commit to a plan of action and pursue it boldly.
• Friendship is magic: Create diverse and inclusive communities where all feel welcome and unified in the shared joy of storytelling and play
• Be legendary: practice excellence, improve on our legacy, create awesomeness

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and need to request an accommodation, please let your recruiter or coordinator know.