Scripted Development Producer

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom News UK Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Scripted Development Producer to join our team at News UK. As a key member of our content development team, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and presenting exciting materials from our archives and contemporary journalism to our colleagues in Fox Entertainment Group (FEG).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Pitch ideas to FEG Commissioning teams based upon IP developed from News UK's journalism.
  • Move ideas from pitch through to commissioning and into production.
  • Mine the archive to identify the most relevant material for development.
  • Work with the editorial teams across The Times, The Sunday Times, and The Sun to find contemporary stories which lend themselves to scripted development.
  • Develop a deep understanding of FEG's creative priorities by working with creative and commissioning teams in London, New York, and Los Angeles.
  • Craft stories you identify into pitches for FEG and News UK executive teams.
  • Collaborate with the FEG team to develop your ideas by providing feedback on creative treatments, potential writing talent, and other core creative processes.
  • Assist in the ultimate production of those ideas.

Requirements:

  • Creative vision - the ability to identify potential in stories and bring them to life in the pitch process.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in scripted content development with a significant tenure within either a TV broadcast, cable network, Studio, or established independent production company.
  • Must have a working knowledge of global trends in the industry as well as a keen understanding of storytelling and casting as it applies to the creation of winning, successful programming.
  • The ability to function in a complex, fast-paced, and demanding environment, an entrepreneurial drive, and passion for the business, the content, and the audience.
  • The ability to think creatively and encourage this type of thinking among team members; an imaginative, innovative mindset with strong combination of creative sensibility and keen business acumen.
  • An excellent writer with strong communication skills and the ability to present his/her views in a clear and compelling manner.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment as well as diverse constituencies and both creative and business personality types.

Key Behaviours:

  • Creativity - must be highly creative, able to generate and develop unique and compelling ideas for TV shows and films.
  • Collaboration - experienced in working with directors, writers, and other executives to develop projects.
  • Adaptability - readily able to adapt to changes in the market and trends.
  • Passion - must be passionate about TV & film, driven by a love of storytelling.
  • Persistence - exhibit the persistence and determination to see projects through from initial concept to commission and into production.

About News UK:

News UK is one of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland. Our newsbrands include The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun, The Sun on Sunday, and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT, Times Radio, TalkTV, and Virgin Radio UK, and we have market-leading local radio stations across Ireland. Our world-famous brands provide news, analysis, opinion, and entertainment to almost 40 million people each month. Spanning print and pixel, audio and video, events and experiences, our multiplatform brands are home to a plurality of opinion, representing the diverse communities we serve. News UK is wholly owned by News Corp.

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative producer to work with our print and digital titles in the development and production of scripted projects. As a Scripted Development Producer, you will be responsible for identifying, developing, and presenting exciting materials from our archives and contemporary journalism to our colleagues in Fox Entertainment Group (FEG).

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package.
  • The opportunity to work with a leading media business in the UK and Ireland.
  • A dynamic and supportive team environment.
  • The chance to develop your skills and experience in scripted content development.

How to Apply:

If you are a highly skilled and motivated individual with a passion for scripted content development, please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].

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