Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have In-Office requirements, most temporary or third party payroll workers should expect to work remotely, unless otherwise discussed.

Division Story

Our global Legal and Business Affairs department believes in the promise and power of teamwork. When we work together as a cohesive unit – supporting, involving, appreciating and respecting each other – we can elevate our company, our clients, and ourselves. At A+E Networks, we have built and developed a culture based on the principles of effective communication, collaboration, accountability and trust. These guiding principles serve as our north star as we partner and strategize with other departments across the Company to help A+E Networks achieve its goals and stay at the forefront of a highly competitive, rapidly changing industry. If you share these values and want to learn more about who we are and what we do, consider joining our team.

Freelance Manager, Standards & Practices 

THE ROLE: Freelance Manager, Standards & Practices 

A+E Networks is looking for a Freelance Manager of Standards & Practices to work as part of team reviewing content and making recommendations on matters of sensitivities and taste, working with creative teams, implementing policies and guidelines, determining TV ratings, educating departments on S&P issues, and working as part of the Live Programming S&P team.   This position will report to the Senior Director, Standards and Practices, A+E Networks and is currently a two-month project-based assignment. 

MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

• Review newly acquired content for the company’s FAST (Free Ad Supported streaming TV) channel initiative to ensure it meets A+E Network’s S&P guidelines and community acceptability. 
• Conduct a reevaluation of A+E Networks archival programming including crime, historical, movies and lifestyle programming to identify any S&P issues that require editing prior to using on FAST channels. 
• Communicate content changes with clients, both internal and external, and ensure edits are properly made. 
• Assign Television Parental Guideline rating to ensure consistency across the industry. 
• Input all tracking notes and ratings into S&P Airtable Database. 
• Work with our Global Content Sales department in evaluating and rating programs for sale and distribution in other deals beyond FAST. 
• Assist in reviewing original content across networks/platforms when needed. 
• Analyze and discuss any S&P issues or current event/social trends with S&P team and Commercial Clearance that may impact programming. 
• Conduct research on a variety of subjects that will keep the S&P team up to date on current sensitivities in the culture. 
• Collaborate with the Legal Risk, Media Operations and Corporate Social Responsibility teams to supply content disclaimers and end card resources to programs, as necessary. 

YOUR STORY 

Experience: 

• 5+ years reviewing content for standards and practices for either programming and/or advertising or related experience. 
• Proven ability to make independent decisions on content. 

Requirements/Skills:   

• Strong analytical, negotiating and communication skills required. 
• Experience demonstrating a keen attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a good sense of judgment. 
• Maturity and professionalism “a must”  
• Ability to interact with executives over the phone, email and on video meetings. 
• Experience in giving presentations.  
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills are needed and must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. 
• Candidate must be a team player. 
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Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. 

THAT SOMETHING EXTRA:   

If you have read this far, you’re likely a great fit for us…and maybe you’re fluent in sign language, have studied the circus arts or are currently writing a screenplay. If you have a special skill or backstory that might directly or indirectly help you succeed in this role, we’d love to hear about it in your cover letter. 

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A+E Networks is proud to uphold an equal opportunity employment policy and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. This policy also applies to all employees, consultants, and third-party workers. 

A+E Networks, LLC. is a joint venture of Disney-ABC Television Group and Hearst Corporation. 

Compensation

The pay rate displayed serves as a good faith estimate for this role. 

Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors

such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and 

experience. Learn more at aenetworks.com/careers.

A+E Networks is proud to uphold an equal opportunity employment policy and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. This policy also applies to all employees, consultants, and third-party workers.

A+E Networks, LLC. is a joint venture of Disney-ABC Television Group and Hearst Corporation.

We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.