OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

FOX Entertainment

With a legacy spanning more than 35 years, FOX Entertainment is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands and a prolific content producer across its iconic broadcast network and both owned and third-party streaming platforms. Known for its independent, innovative spirit and provocative, groundbreaking storytelling, the company was reinvented in 2019 with the formation of FOX Entertainment. While maintaining its leadership in broadcast television (9-1-1: Lone Star, The Simpsons, The Cleaning Lady, Hell’s Kitchen, LEGO Masters), the company is actively building a portfolio of businesses and library of owned original content. To date, FOX Entertainment’s long-term growth strategy has included the acquisitions of award-winning animation studio Bento Box Entertainment (Bob’s Burgers, The Great North, Krapopolis, Grimsburg), entertainment platform TMZ, and global production studio MarVista Entertainment (The Way Home, Rescuing Christmas), as well as the formation of the culinary and lifestyle content venture Studio Ramsay Global (Next Level Chef, Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars) in partnership with Gordon Ramsay. The company also established its in-house unscripted studio FOX Alternative Entertainment (The Masked Singer, Snake Oil, I Can See Your Voice, Name That Tune), FOX Entertainment Studios (Animal Control) to develop scripted content, and worldwide content sales unit FOX Entertainment Global.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Vice President, Development will be responsible for leading and executing the creative strategy for FOX Entertainment Studios.  Reporting into the Executive Vice President, Scripted – FOX Entertainment Studios, the Senior Vice President, Development will supervise the development of new scripted content, from concept to execution.  They will also oversee the creative activities related to the tracking, soliciting, procurement, evaluation, development, and oversight of the Studio shows.  The Senior Vice President, Development will not only ensure that the FOX network has a pipeline of content that is additive and impactful with talent that resonates, but will also bring Talent, IP, and Buyer relationships that will grow our 3rd party business.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Create/develop quality series for the FOX network and 3rd party buyersAggressively source and evaluate Talent, IP, pitches, and scripts for potential developmentBuild the seasonal development slate strategically to optimize creative assets across all platformsFind synergies across the Studio to maximize the value of in-house IP and Talent – Unscripted, News UK, Animation, etc.Ensure all departments are working cohesively to make the FOX Entertainment Programming successfulWork collaboratively and partner with other senior level executives across FOX EntertainmentOversee/manage development spend/budget for StudioTake general meetings for future development and staffingCreate writer and director lists; read and evaluate script submissionsEngage with and staff high-quality showrunners, writers, and directors who are appropriate for FOX EntertainmentAnalyze and contribute thoughts to projects in development/considerationMeet with creative talent for potential development opportunitiesManage Development team; provide leadership and inspire/motivate the team for the most creative outputs

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

15+ years of experience at agency, studio, or network preferably in both TV and theatricalBA/BSEstablished relationships with showrunners, writers, agents, talent, and the creative community in generalDeep understanding of the scripted development and production processesExcellent communication and negotiating skillsSelf-starter, collaborative, transparent, and flexible to changeDemonstrated people management experience, providing mentorship and development to team(s)

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $250,000.00-300,000.00 annually for California. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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