Owen Hendriks
Los Angeles,CA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Coordinator, Global AVOD/SVOD Licensing
Lionsgate
04.2024 - Current
- Led the successful end-to-end launch of Lionsgate+ SVOD add-on channel across 8+ countries within 4 months, after the prior lead unexpectedly left, driving significant audience growth and revenue expansion.
- Closed multi-million-dollar global SVOD and AVOD deals within the first 2.5 years at the company.
- Manage AVOD and FAST client relationships across the APAC region, overseeing revenue share and licensing deals.
- Provide cross-functional support to two international sales teams within Lionsgate’s global distribution division.
- Partner with the Global SVOD team on content pitches and internal workflows from offer in to contract execution to ensure seamless execution.
- Support strategic planning, development, and operational execution across SVOD, AVOD, and FAST Businesses, with daily use of Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, and SAP systems.
- Engaging with emerging distribution opportunities across platforms such as YouTube and TikTok to identify new monetization strategies.
Coordinator, Global AVOD/SVOD Licensing
Lionsgate
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams—including Marketing, Legal, Finance, and Servicing—to drive seamless deal execution from initial offer through signature.
- Supported global SVOD/AVOD sales pitches to major streaming platforms by developing tailored pitch decks and curating client-specific title availabilities.
- Assisted the Global SVOD team to support multi-territory deals, managing internal workflows such as rights clearances, servicing orders, and term sheet creation.
- Managed team and client documentation—notes, agreements, avails, and reports—via shared Box folders to ensure accessibility and version control.
- Leveraged Excel daily for data cleanup, pivot tables, financial analysis, title reporting, macro development, and avail list formatting.
Assistant Manager, Distribution Servicing
NBCUniversal
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Supported Manager and Director in servicing materials to domestic linear and SVOD clients, ensuring timely delivery and asset fulfillment
- Created purchase orders, managed vendor relationships, and tracked assets in company database
- Generated reports (daily, weekly, monthly) to monitor delivery deadlines and address any client rejections, working with vendors to ensure proper QC and redelivery
Sales & Acquisitions Associate
New Films International
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted Executive Producer at a fast-paced film distribution company, supporting client pitches and content negotiations
- Created pitch decks, drafted licensing agreements, and filled out metadata sheets for potential clients
- Compiled and tailored available content lists based on client rights and needs
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Television
The University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona05.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient in Outlook, Excel (including complex formulas, VBA macros/automation, and Lookup functions), Word, and PowerPoint
- Contract Management: Skilled in contract negotiation and analysis
- Data Handling: Strong data analysis and entry skills; experienced in identifying content trends and performance metrics
- Process & Organization: Excellent organization, prioritization, and multitasking abilities in high-paced environments
- Internal & External Communication: Proven track record in client relations, effective meeting participation, and cross-functional collaboration
- Team Player: Known for providing and receiving constructive feedback and consistently offering support to team members
Personal Interests & Hobbies
- Film Enthusiast: Passionate about cinema; regularly attend screenings sand stay current with upcoming releases.
- Trades & Trends: Follow film industry news through trades and podcasts; avid listener of The Town.
- Scriptwriting: Write feature-length screenplays as a creative outlet and way to develop narrative skills.
- Music Aficionado: Enjoy a wide range of genres, with a special love for classic rock and modern indie.
- Foodie: Enjoy discovering hidden food spots, often inspired by TikTok and personal curiosity.
- Cultural Background: Of Dutch, Irish, and Lebanese descent, with dual citizenship in Australia & the U.S.
Timeline
Sr. Coordinator, Global AVOD/SVOD Licensing
Lionsgate
04.2024 - Current
Coordinator, Global AVOD/SVOD Licensing
Lionsgate
02.2023 - 04.2024
Assistant Manager, Distribution Servicing
NBCUniversal
11.2021 - 11.2022
Sales & Acquisitions Associate
New Films International
08.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Television
The University of Arizona