Bastian Kurz
Mering
Summary
Results-driven professional with a proven track record in effectively managing client engagements and strategic initiatives. Strong focus on team collaboration and consistently achieving desired outcomes. Well-regarded for adaptability and dependability in dynamic environments. Advanced skills in project management, stakeholder communication, and analytical problem-solving.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
HEAD OF CONTENT & PARTNERSHIPS
B1 SmartTV GmbH
09.2024 - Current
- Acquisition, development, and maintenance of new and existing content partnerships on both national and international levels (primarily with federations, clubs, broadcasters, and distribution platforms)
- Negotiation and conclusion of more than 10 media partnerships (e.g., Major Arena Soccer League, Red Bull TV, WRC, Inter Milan, City Football Group, MLB, Indy Car)
- Drafting and execution of the contract process.
- Internal and external coordination of the operational implementation of successfully concluded partnerships (project management)
- Development of innovative business models based on the entrepreneurial approach ‘Global Sports Aggregation Platform – No Licensing Fees for Media Rights’
- Calculation and conceptualization of new monetization models
- Establishment and structuring of the content department
MANAGER MEDIA RIGHTS
Sport1 GmbH
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Establishing, maintaining, and negotiating contacts with external licensing partners (including national and international marketing agencies and federations)
- Acquisition of sports media rights (e.g., MLB, Women’s Bundesliga, NASCAR Cup Series, European Championship highlight clips, Olympic digital highlight clips, Formula 1 highlight show, etc.)
- Internal project management, including coordination and alignment of acquired broadcasting rights
- Participation in media rights tenders (e.g., DFL, DFB, and UEFA) with a successful execution rate of 50%
- Development of cooperation strategies between licensees, licensors, and marketing partners
- Strategic planning and operational execution of partnerships with distribution platforms
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
WORKING STUDENT CONTENT PARTNERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Sport1 GmbH
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Project management within the strategic development of TV, online, mobile, and audio products in close collaboration with licensing, editorial, and production teams
- Market observation & research of relevant cooperation partners (federations, leagues, competitors)
- Project management (briefing, planning, interface management, and controlling) of marketing projects
- Organization and coordination of the Video-on-Demand sector
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration
University of Hagen
Hagen, Germany02-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Wismar
Wismar, Germany09.2020
High School Diploma -
Paul-Klee-Gymnasium
Gersthofen, Germany08.2014
Skills
- Problem-solving mindset
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Languages
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
HEAD OF CONTENT & PARTNERSHIPS
B1 SmartTV GmbH
09.2024 - Current
MANAGER MEDIA RIGHTS
Sport1 GmbH
11.2021 - 08.2024
WORKING STUDENT CONTENT PARTNERSHIP & MANAGEMENT
Sport1 GmbH
03.2020 - 10.2021
Master of Science - Business Administration
University of Hagen
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
University of Wismar
High School Diploma -
Paul-Klee-Gymnasium
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