Job Description:

About Rakuten TV

Rakuten TV is one of Europe's leading video streaming platforms, offering premium transactional (TVOD) and advertising-based (AVOD/FAST) content to millions of users across more than 40 countries. Backed by Rakuten Group — one of the world's largest internet services companies — we operate a cutting-edge B2B2C model, partnering with leading device manufacturers, broadcasters, and advertising networks to deliver premium entertainment experiences.

Headquartered in Barcelona, our international team combines deep expertise in technology, content, sales, and finance to drive continued growth across EMEA. We are a data-driven, fast-paced organization that values intellectual curiosity, ownership, and collaboration.

About the role

We are looking for a Content Programmer (Media Scheduler) to join our Content License Management & Storefront team. The role is based in Barcelona. Reporting to the Content License Management & Storefront Manager, this is a great opportunity for someone eager to grow in the streaming industry.

Key Responsibilities

Content Selection and Programming:

• Curate and select titles to ensure a diverse and appealing content library.

• Define a content strategy to apply on the storefront and linear channels based on seasonality, industry trends, business priorities and audience preferences. 

Provider and Avail Management:

• Coordinate with distributors and manage studio avails to ensure content and license availability.

• Handle and coordinate promotional activities with content providers.

Operational Coordination:

• Follow internal procedures to create and manage assets with Operations, Acquisitions, and Studio Providers.

• Maintain the content database, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information.

Performance Analysis:

• Analyse title performance and take editorial actions to improve conversion rates.

• Use data-driven insights to optimize content selection and programming strategies.

Requirements

• Experience in VOD/Linear streaming services.

• Deep knowledge and passion for cinema, theatre releases, and industry trends.

• High level of English, written and spoken.

• Advanced Excel Skills.

• Experience using CMS tools and managing studio avails.

• Methodical and organized approach to daily tasks.

• Ability to create and follow workflows to improve efficiency.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Comfortable interacting with different internal departments and external providers.

• Ability to work autonomously in a fast growth and changing environment.

• University degree in required.

Base salary range: 17.000 - 20.000 EUR gross/year.

Some Good Reasons To Apply

• Join a leading global tech company.

• Flexible work: hybrid model, flexible hours and Friday afternoon off!

• Fast-track your career in a high-growth environment.

• Interesting training resources & free language classes.

• Enjoy a great work atmosphere, team activities & offsites.

• Modern, sustainable offices near Barcelona beach. Wellbeing focused.

• Access wellbeing & mental health platforms.

• Free coffee, juice & lunch allowance in the office.

• Work with a diverse team of 24+ nationalities!

• Flexible Remuneration: medical insurance or extra funds for meals/commuting/childcare.

• Access to Wellhub (former Gympass).

Rakuten Shugi Principles
Rakuten Group has an unswerving commitment to building an egalitarian society by empowering individuals and companies to be successful in business and in life. We expect “Rakutenians” to model these 5 “Shugi” Principles of Success:

• Always improve, always advance. With enough determination and effort, you can achieve anything.

• Be passionately professional. Be determined to be the best.

• Hypothesize - Practice - Validate - Shikumika. Success in business depends on making and executing concrete specific action plans.

• Maximize Customer Satisfaction. The greatest satisfaction in a service industry is to see our customers smile.

• Speed!! Speed!! Speed!! Always be conscious of time. Take charge, set clear goals, and engage yourself and your team.

Our D&I Mission
Rakuten’s corporate mission is to “contribute to society by creating value through innovation and entrepreneurship.” We foster a culture that provides equal opportunities to those who share this founding philosophy and take on the challenge to transform society, regardless gender, age, sexual orientation, race, religion, culture, nationality, disability, or any other status. Diversity is one of Rakuten's core strategies and a driving force for innovation. To continue to provide innovative services, we strive to respect the uniqueness and values of every one of our Rakutenians, located all around the world, and to create environments where they are able to demonstrate their full potential.
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