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IMAX · 1 day ago

Sr Director, Data Analytics & Forecasting

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$136K/yr - $175K/yr

10+ years exp

IMAX is a global innovator in entertainment technology, seeking a Senior Director, Data Analytics & Forecasting to enhance their film programming and content strategy. The role involves overseeing analytics for title selection and revenue forecasting, guiding development of analytical frameworks, and partnering with senior leaders to maximize box office performance.

ConsumerContentDigital EntertainmentFilmInformation TechnologyMedia and Entertainment

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Support global film forecasting and financial modeling to support short-term budgeting, long-range planning, and strategic decision-making

Develop and refine predictive analytics to optimize title selection and release scheduling, maximizing box office revenue and theater utilization worldwide

Design and enhance dashboards and reporting ecosystems to improve data accessibility, including global box office trends, forecast accuracy, and title performance tracking

Deliver executive-level analytics through ad hoc reporting, After-Action Reviews (AARs), and special project reports that distill complex data into clear, actionable insights

Establish consistent global methodologies for forecasting and performance measurement across all IMAX territories, ensuring data accuracy and alignment

Partner with regional and functional leaders to embed analytics into business operations, integrating data-driven decision-making into distribution and programming workflows

Identify and implement new data sources, tools, and modeling techniques to enhance forecasting precision and insight generation

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of analysts, fostering a culture of analytical excellence, intellectual curiosity, and compelling data storytelling

Qualification

Theatrical box office analyticsFinancial modelingForecasting methodologiesSQL-based toolsPower BIPredictive analyticsData storytellingCuriosityProactivityPresentation skillsCollaborative leadership

Required

10+ years of experience in theatrical box office analytics, forecasting, or related entertainment data roles, with a strong understanding of global film markets

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field; MBA or advanced degree preferred

Proven track record of leading large-scale forecasting or analytics initiatives within a media, studio, or exhibition environment

Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting methodologies, and scenario analysis using Excel and/or SQL-based tools

Experience designing and maintaining dashboards using Power BI

Ability to make informed decisions based on other factors when there is limited or no data available

Strong presentation and storytelling skills — able to distill analytical insights into compelling recommendations for executive audiences

Highly collaborative leader with the ability to manage multiple priorities across global teams

Passion for the theatrical business and for translating data into creative and commercial impact

Preferred

Experience working directly with theatrical distribution, programming, or exhibition strategy

Familiarity with machine learning or predictive analytics techniques applied to entertainment forecasting

A self-starter with a global mindset — curious, proactive, and motivated to help shape IMAX's next era of data-driven growth

Company

IMAX

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IMAX Corporation is one of the world's leading entertainment technology companies, specializing in immersive motion picture technologies.

Founded in 1967

Mississauga, Ontario, CAN

501-1000 employees

http://www.imax.com

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