Distribution Manager

About the role

An experienced Distribution Manager plays a key role in activating the Guild as a core part of Angel’s business model. This includes managing strong relationships with filmmakers while aligning their projects with Guild engagement strategies, coordinating across internal teams, and guiding content through its full lifecycle to maximize audience reach and success. The role requires balancing the priorities of the Angel brand, the Guild community, and filmmakers—ensuring business objectives are achieved while championing creative vision. The Distribution Manager drives profit-generating initiatives by leveraging financial insight, Guild-backed distribution strategies, and mid-level expertise in account management and marketing.

Expectations Of Leaders At Angel Studios: Amplify light in every action. As the owner of your outcomes, you are empowered to break down silos and coordinate with any and all people you need in order to reach your goals. You are ultimately responsible for achieving the outcomes while also using resources wisely - whether that be money, people, or time. Know your customer - it might be our viewers, investors, creators, or internal Angel Teams. Ensure you understand your customer and are providing what THEY need and not just what you want to build.

Specialization: Focus on the full episodic lifecycle, managing all aspects from initial Guild releases through subsequent and continuing seasons. Ensure cohesive coordination across production, marketing, and distribution teams to support consistent audience engagement and growth throughout each season’s evolution.

Work environment: When in the main office, expect a comfortable, air-conditioned work environment. Team members are issued their own desks, but the office is an open, shared space and can be fast-paced and occasionally noisy. Physical demands: May need to sit or stand for significant periods of time and/or walk significant distances while traveling or attending events. May require the ability to carry equipment or gear weighing up to 15-20 lbs. Regular use of phone and email for communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for filmmakers, guiding them in building and activating their Guild audience while ensuring alignment with Angel’s brand and long-term success.
• Own the success of Guild-driven distribution, and testing strategies, balancing creative vision with community engagement and profitability.
• Track, interpret, and communicate Guild engagement and project performance metrics across campaigns, keeping all stakeholders informed.
• Build and manage relationships with influencers and Guild-aligned voices to amplify reach, strengthen community trust, and maintain brand consistency.
• Manage budgets by forecasting, reporting, and optimizing spend, prioritizing initiatives that drive Guild participation and revenue growth.
• Oversee projects from launch through completion, ensuring timelines are met while adapting to Guild feedback and campaign performance.
• Develop actionable insights by synthesizing Guild data, audience behavior, and