Distribution Officer

National Cine Group Nepal (NCGN) is seeking a proactive, organized, and client-focused Distribution Officer to oversee movie distribution, release planning, theater coordination, sales, and marketing activities. The candidate will coordinate with theater owners, exhibitors, internal teams, and technical partners to ensure smooth movie releases, timely delivery of content and publicity materials, and effective business operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Movie Distribution and Release Management

• Supervise movie distribution activities, ongoing releases, and upcoming movie schedules.
• Plan and coordinate movie releases, theater schedules, and related operational activities.
• Prepare, issue, update, and maintain Release Orders (ROs) and verify movie license validity.
• Monitor new-release sales and ensure smooth distribution operations.

2. Theater and Client Coordination

• Maintain regular communication with theater owners, exhibitors, clients, and business partners.
• Address client inquiries, resolve operational issues, and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Update theater schedules and provide relevant movie performance information and recommendations to exhibitors.

3. Content and Publicity Management

• Coordinate the timely delivery and confirmation of movie content, posters, banners, and other publicity materials.
• Manage the receipt, dispatch, and tracking of publicity materials and related accessories.
• Coordinate the handling, repair, and return of faulty projectors and servers.

4. Sales, Marketing, and Business Development

• Supervise movie sales and support promotional and marketing activities.
• Identify new business opportunities and recommend strategies to increase revenue.
• Strengthen relationships with exhibitors and business partners.
• Recommend improvements to distribution processes and communication channels.

5. Team and Technical Coordination

• Coordinate with management, marketing staff, operations, and UFO/Scrabble technical teams.
• Ensure effective communication between internal departments and external partners.
• Follow up on technical issues and ensure the timely delivery of services and materials.

6. Payment Handling and Documentation

• Receive and record payments and coordinate with the Accounts Department to ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of release orders, distribution activities, theater schedules, and transactions.
• Monitor documentation to minimize operational errors and maintain internal controls.

7. Planning, Reporting, and Analysis

• Prepare weekly release plans and coordinate release-related activities.
• Coordinate content and publicity delivery during the week and prepare Release Orders on Thursday, where applicable.
• Monitor new-release sales and distribution activities on Friday.
• Prepare distribution summaries, analyze film performance, and provide regular reports to management.
• Recommend operational improvements to enhance efficiency and business growth.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in film distribution, sales, marketing, or theater operations will be an advantage.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, reporting, and documentation.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines.

Key Expectations

The Distribution Officer is expected to ensure smooth movie distribution and release operations, timely delivery of movie content and publicity materials, effective theater coordination, accurate Release Order management, customer satisfaction, and continuous business development to support revenue growth.