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Senior Manager – Development
| Company | FOX |
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| Location | Los Angeles, CA, USA |
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| Salary | $92000 – $95000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in unscripted television development, ideally at a network, studio, production company, or agency
- Demonstrated passion for unscripted TV and a keen eye for formats, talent, and storytelling trends
- Strong understanding of the production and development process, with experience giving creative feedback
- Strong writing skills with the ability to articulate creative ideas clearly and effectively
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills; ability to track multiple projects simultaneously
- Established industry contacts and working relationships with producers, agents, and talent
- Proficiency in PowerPoint, Keynote, Google Suite, and production tracking tools
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment while taking initiative and driving results
- Professionalism, discretion, and the ability to handle confidential information
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the SVP and VP of Development to support and manage the unscripted development slate across all stages—from pitch to pilot
- Source, evaluate, and develop unscripted series ideas in alignment with the creative strategy of FAE
- Track submissions and maintain detailed records of pitches, treatments, sizzles, and competitive programming
- Provide constructive, creative notes on loglines, decks, sizzles, and development materials in collaboration with senior leadership
- Collaborate with producers, talent, agents, and external partners to develop new series concepts and formats
- Assist in scheduling and managing pitch meetings, internal creative reviews, and development check-ins
- Help maintain development timelines, deliverables, and budgets while ensuring that quality and creativity remain a top priority
- Monitor industry trends and emerging talent to help inform the team’s creative and strategic decisions
- Create internal documents and pitch materials, including presentations and summaries for internal and external use
- Coordinate across departments (marketing, legal, production) to ensure alignment on project needs and status
- Represent the studio in a professional and informed manner during calls, meetings, and festivals as needed
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.
