Director, Original Programming

Job Description

The Director, Original Programming is responsible for creative development of STARZ original programming. The Director brings in new projects that align to the STARZ brand and oversees their assigned shows through all phases from inception to production of ongoing seasons of content.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee slate of original programming that aligns to the creative vision for the group, ensuring alignment with Starz’ global vision and strategy
• Bring in potential projects for development or acquisitions through pitches or submissions from outside companies
• Work with the Original Programming team in analyzing pitches and submissions to determine which projects are appropriate and financed for development
• Ability to self-generate tv series ideas that will work for Starz
• Guide show creators through all phases of script development and production process
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Production, Post-Production, Business & Legal Affairs and Marketing to see projects through to completion
• Work with production to select above-the-line positions for productions
• Work with production team to manage budgets, schedules, and logistics on more complex or strategically significant productions
• Monitor production budgets and schedules
• Partner with Post-Production in the editing and delivery of final product
• Represent Starz in final talent and casting approvals; act as liaison between network clients, production, and distribution.
• Establish new processes, procedures, and methods that improve production outcomes.
• Development and maintain industry relationships
• Foster relationships with high level agents, producers and talent
• Work with sales to maximize revenue potential of programs
• Communicate with senior executives regarding strategy, timelines, and direction of the production
• Lead and mentor direct report and junior members of team
• Additional duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications & Skills