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Signpost: What Does a Distribution Executive Do? article - ScreenSkills

ScreenSkills is the UK’s industry-led skills body for film, television and animation, supporting training, career development, and workforce growth across the screen industries.

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This ScreenSkills page outlines the role of a Distribution Executive in film and TV drama, explaining how distribution professionals acquire films and shows, negotiate release rights, work with exhibitors and platforms, and plan releases plus what skills the job involves and typical routes into the role

Last updated 11/02/2026

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