Head of Content Acquisition, Canada – Amazon – Toronto, ON

Prime Video is reshaping how millions of people around the world discover and enjoy content — and the team in Canada is looking for a senior leader to drive that mission forward. As Head of Content Acquisition, Canada, you’ll be at the centre of defining what Prime Video customers in Canada watch next, building the strategy and partnerships that bring premium TV and film content to one of the world’s fastest-growing streaming platforms.

This is a high-impact, senior-level role based in Toronto, Ontario, suited for a seasoned content executive who thrives on complex negotiations, data-informed strategy, and building lasting relationships with studios, broadcasters, and media organizations across the country.

About the Role: Head of Content Acquisition, Canada

You’ll own the content acquisition strategy for Prime Video Canada end-to-end — from identifying compelling content opportunities to negotiating deals, building financial models, and presenting plans to senior leadership. Drawing on your deep knowledge of the digital video landscape, you’ll work across Canada’s content ecosystem to develop new business models and deliver premium entertainment to Amazon customers.

Collaboration is central to this position. You’ll work closely with internal teams across Amazon Prime Video’s functional areas globally, while managing a broad network of external relationships with studios, channel groups, and niche media organizations. You’ll need to be adaptable, solutions-oriented, and comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast-moving industry.

Benefits and Salary

The base salary range for this position in Toronto is $123,800 to $206,700 CAD annually. As part of Amazon’s total compensation approach, the package may also include sign-on payments and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). Final compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life and AD&D), a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and additional resources to support health and well-being.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind Prime Video Canada’s content roadmap, balancing strategic vision with day-to-day execution across deals, relationships, and internal collaboration. Your work directly shapes what Canadian customers watch — making every decision both commercially and culturally significant.

• Build and execute a comprehensive content acquisition strategy for Prime Video Canada
• Identify and negotiate deals with content owners across Canada’s TV and film landscape
• Develop content plans, financial metrics, and goals for presentation to senior leadership
• Leverage customer behaviour, usage, and consumption data to inform strategic decision-making
• Cultivate and grow relationships with senior-level leaders at major content providers
• Manage ongoing relationships with studios, channel groups, and niche video media organizations
• Drive continuous improvement in all operational aspects of Amazon’s relationships with digital content suppliers
• Collaborate with cross-functional internal teams across Amazon Prime Video globally
• Develop new business models to deliver premium content to customers

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate brings a rare combination of content strategy expertise, sharp negotiating skills, and strong commercial instincts. Amazon values leaders who can translate data and insights into clear strategic direction while managing complex stakeholder relationships across the media and entertainment industry.

• 8+ years of experience in account management, business development, content licensing, or finance
• 8+ years of experience developing, negotiating, and executing business agreements
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Knowledge of the digital video landscape, including digital video distribution technologies
• Experience with media licensing models, evaluation metrics, and deal terms
• Ability to convert insights into strategy and communicate complex ideas clearly in writing (preferred)
• Experience managing multiple account relationships and deals simultaneously, ideally in media or entertainment (preferred)

How to Apply

To apply, use the link below to visit the official Amazon job posting and submit your application. Make sure your resume is current and tailored to reflect your content acquisition and business development experience before submitting.

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