Sr. Lead, Creative Advertising, MGM Film Marketing

OverviewAmazon MGM Studios is seeking a Creative Advertising executive for the Film Marketing team to develop innovative, award-winning 360° creative advertising campaigns for theatrical releases. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of theatrical marketing at a pivotal time in the entertainment industry. The ideal candidate will be a creative leader who can craft premium, breakthrough campaigns that captivate global audiences and drive box office success. As part of the MGM Theatrical team, you\'ll be responsible for launching films with full global theatrical distribution and marketing campaigns during an exciting period of unprecedented growth and investment.ResponsibilitiesCreative Leadership — Spearhead the strategic vision and creative execution of global marketing campaigns for MGM\'s theatrical slate; drive innovation in trailer development, TV spots, radio, and outdoor campaigns to maximize ticket sales and ensure local market impact; pioneer new approaches in theatrical marketing while leveraging cross-platform insights.Creative Execution — Lead ideation and development of breakthrough creative concepts for tentpole theatrical releases; oversee campaign execution across multiple budget tiers, from independent films to major blockbusters; guide and elevate creative output from top-tier partners; navigate complex, multi-territory projects with strategic global vision.Stakeholder Management — Command the room when presenting creative concepts to senior studio leadership and filmmakers; foster collaboration between theatrical and streaming teams to maximize overall film success; transform constructive feedback into elevated creative solutions while maintaining campaign integrity.Basic Qualifications10+ years of entertainment marketing experience with proven theatrical successCreative agency, studios or streaming background, with demonstrable theatrical campaign achievementsPreferred QualificationsStrong track record leading creative teams through high-stakes theatrical releasesExpert knowledge of global theatrical campaign management across various budget levelsProven success with global theatrical launches and market-specific creative adaptationExperience spanning major studio and independent film marketingPortfolio showcasing innovative theatrical marketing across all media platformsDeep understanding of theatrical audience dynamicsResilience in high-pressure environments with complex release schedulesBachelor\'s degree or equivalent experienceProficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft OfficeAmazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company\’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you\'re applying in isn\'t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.USA, CA, Culver City - 184,500.00 - 249,600.00 USD annuallyPosted: January 7, 2026 (Updated 1 day ago) #J-18808-Ljbffr